"This study offers the first detailed examination of the Spiritual Baptists or "Converted" of St. Vincent. The most distinguishing characteristic of their religion is the emphasis on spiritual travel on a regular basis for all believers. On these journeys, all are required to do…
Although much has been written on the Afro-Catholic syncretic religions of Vodou, Candomble, and Santeria, the Spiritual Baptists-an Afro-Caribbean religion based on Protestant Christianity-have received little attention. This fieldwork-based study offers the first detailed exam…
Although much has been written on the Afro-Catholic syncretic religions of Vodou, Candomble, and Santeria, the Spiritual Baptists--an Afro-Caribbean religion based on Protestant Christianity--have received little attention. This work offers the first detailed examination of the …