Movements, Motions, Moments: Photographs of Religion and Spirituality from the National Museum of African American History and Culture

Movements,Motions,Moments explores how African Americans have negotiated their participation and engagement in religious spaces, featuring photographs of figures, religious celebrations, rituals, and individual moments of faith and spirituality from various religious traditions and contemporary events.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 88 pages
Publication date: 10 January 2023
Publisher: D Giles Ltd

Movements,Motions,Moments: Negotiating African American Participation and Engagement in Religious Spaces

This captivating book delves into the rich tapestry of African American experiences in religious spaces, shedding light on the intricate ways in which they have negotiated their participation and engagement. Presented in three compelling sections—Movements,Motions,and Moments—it offers a profound exploration of the African American religious landscape. Through a series of stunning images, accompanied by photographs of religious celebrations, ritual practices, and individual moments of faith and spirituality, the book showcases the diverse expressions of African American religious identity. Captured by a talented array of photographers, including Lola Flash, Chester Higgins, Jason Miccolo Johnson, Jeanne Moutoussamy-Ashe, Kenneth Royster, James Van Der Zee, Milton Williams, and Lloyd W. Yearwood, these photographs span the nineteenth, twentieth, and twenty-first centuries, capturing a wide range of religious traditions, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, African indigenous, non-secular, and other spiritual and philosophical beliefs. Moreover, the book extends its lens to encompass contemporary events and movements, such as Black Lives Matter and the global pandemic, highlighting the ongoing relevance and significance of African American religious experiences in shaping society. This insightful and visually stunning volume serves as a testament to the resilience, creativity, and profound spiritual connections of African Americans, offering a valuable contribution to the understanding of religion and culture in America.

Dimension: 181 x 181 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913875190