Weapons of the weak: Cultural forms of resistance and their implications for missionary theology and practice
Cruz, Gemma
Cruz, Gemma
Author
Abstract
This essay explores the missiological significance of oppressed peoples' cultural forms of resistance. It begins with a brief exposition on the concept of the weapons of the weak, followed by a discussion of examples of these subtle resistance strategies, namely, stories, songs, and dance, as well as humor and laughter. I then offer for missionary theology and practice some theological reflections on the implications of these cultural forms of resistance, and end with a brief conclusion.
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Date
2010
Type
Journal article
Journal
Missiology
Book
Volume
XXXVIII
Issue
4
Page Range
383-394
Article Number
ACU Department
School of Theology
Faculty of Theology and Philosophy
Faculty of Theology and Philosophy