Abstract:
Traditional belief is still very strong among black South Africans. Many
Christians not only believe in Christ, but also in the spirits of the forefathers.
The question arises as to how the relationship between traditional
belief and Cristian faith must be seen. It also poses problems to
the church in South Africa, which is mainly orientated to the theology of
Western Europe. Proclaiming the gospel in a traditional situation will
only be effective if traditional beliefs are taken into consideration. This
article uses oral tradition as a source of information.
