12 Questions
What was one significant factor that contributed to the failure of Christianity to thrive in West Africa?
Lack of interest and inactivity by the Dutch in evangelizing the natives
What did the Dutch primarily focus on instead of evangelizing the natives in Gold Coast?
Supplying chaplains for their staff in the castle
How did the association of missionary enterprise with the slave trade affect Christianity's development in Gold Coast?
It hindered the smooth development of Christianity
Why was there a lack of effective collaboration between missionaries and local agents in West Africa?
Absence of a native or local agent to support missionary work
What was a key issue regarding Portuguese Christianity's structure in West Africa?
It lacked respect for local institutions and traditions
What was identified as a major obstacle in evangelizing West Africa according to the text?
Lack of local language development for evangelization
What was a consequence of the absence of women's religious orders and influence in West Africa?
Decreased influence on honne, children, and family
What was the main gender dominating the missionary activities in West Africa at the time?
Males
Why did the reliance on the court alliance method lead to the failure of Christianity in West Africa?
Chiefs were more interested in material gain
What characterized the barn storming method used by missionaries in West Africa?
Mass baptism without proper preparation
How did financial constraints contribute to the failure of Christianity in West Africa and Guinea?
Missionaries engaged in profitable trade
Why did the circumstances of the period not support evangelism according to the text?
'Hash' economic realities faced by missionaries
Test your knowledge on the relationship between Christianity and Dutch colonialism, focusing on missionary work, economic interests, and political dynamics. Explore the reasons behind the Dutch's lack of interest in evangelizing the natives and their focus on providing chaplains for their staff. Learn about the impact of Western foreign structures on Portuguese colonialism.
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