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- Title
Race, Gender, and Christian Mysticism: The Life of Zilpha Elaw.
- Authors
Prevot, Andrew
- Abstract
Drawing on the spiritual autobiography of the nineteenth-century Black female preacher Zilpha Elaw, this article argues that it should be included in the canon of Christian mystical texts because it sheds light on questions about race and gender relevant to current conflicts in both church and society. Elaw's story demonstrates that while the grace of divine union promotes social transformation, it may not immediately free one from structures of sin. Mystical spirituality requires ongoing critical discernment.
- Subjects
CHRISTIAN mysticism; CHURCH; ELAW, Zilpha, ca. 1790-1846; SIN; CHRISTIAN spirituality
- Publication
Theological Studies, 2022, Vol 83, Issue 4, p599
- ISSN
0040-5639
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1177/00405639221135005