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American Black Journal
The Role of Religion in African American Culture
Season 49
Episode 22
Defining the black church. Delving into the historical beginnings of the black church and the roles racism and spirituality played in its development. Plus, we’ll have a special report from the Charles H. Wright Museum tracing the history of religion in African American culture. Episode 4922
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