Theology and Prince

Theology and Prince is a collection of essays that explores Prince Rogers Nelson's ideas of the afterlife, race and social justice activism, eroticism, veganism, spiritual alter egos, a queer listening of the Purple Rain album, and a Christian worship service designed around his music. It is written for academics and laypeople alike and offers new ways of viewing Prince's old and new works.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 194 pages
Publication date: 23 June 2021
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Prince, a multifaceted artist, was a spiritual and musical enigma who aimed to transcend race and gender through his captivating words, mesmerizing music, and iconic fashion. Born into a Seventh-Day Adventist family and later becoming a Jehovahs Witness, he openly expressed his faith through allegorical and erotic expressions, often blending theology with his artistic creations. Theology and Prince, an edited collection, delves into the life, music, and films of Prince Rogers Nelson, exploring his profound ideas about the afterlife, race and social justice activism, eroticism, veganism, spiritual alter egos, a queer interpretation of his iconic album "Purple Rain," the theology behind the Graffiti Bridge film, and a heartwarming story from Texas about a Christian worship service inspired by Prince's music in the aftermath of his passing. This book appeals to a wide range of interests, including theology and popular culture scholars, social justice researchers, LGBTQ+ studies scholars, and gender studies enthusiasts. It offers fresh perspectives on Prince's timeless works, allowing fans to appreciate his art in new and profound ways.

Weight: 272g
Dimension: 218 x 154 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781978704190