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Agbasianya, Maria Nneka
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1 Samuel 25:23–28 and Conflict Resolution in Nigeria: A Literary Reading Agbasianya, Maria Nneka; Uroko, Favour Chukwuemeka
Student Evangelical Journal Aiming At Theological Interpretation Vol 2 No 1: SEJATI (Student Evangelical Journal Aiming at Theological Interpretation) 2025
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Injili Indonesia Samarinda

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.69668/sejati.v2i1.63

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This study aims to explore the application of the biblical passage 1 Samuel 25:23–28 in addressing and resolving conflicts in Nigeria. The study identifies several key conflict resolution strategies from Abigail’s actions, including humility, strategic communication, proactive peacemaking, and the appeal to higher principles. These strategies are found to be relevant and potentially effective in addressing conflicts in Nigeria, particularly in contexts marked by ethnic, religious, and political tensions. Nigeria, Africa's most populous nation, is a country rich in cultural diversity, natural resources, and economic potential. However, it has been beset by numerous conflicts over the years, ranging from ethnic and religious violence to political instability and resource-based disputes. The aphorism in I Samuel 25:23–28 is important in understanding the underlying causes and dynamics of these conflicts, and it is essential for developing effective resolution strategies. Data is gathered from biblical commentaries, theological texts, and scholarly articles. Emerged themes are: i) respect and humility; ii) taking responsibility and mediation; iii) acknowledging wrongdoing and deflecting blame; iv) appealing to higher principles; v) offering reparation and tangible solutions; and vi) seeking forgiveness and affirming positive outcomes. These strategies are found to be relevant and potentially effective in addressing conflicts in Nigeria, particularly in contexts marked by ethnic, religious, and political tensions. Abigail's approach, characterised by humility, tact, and moral persuasion, can serve as a model for contemporary peacemakers.
The Concept of Ịgbandụ in Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria: A Discourse Analysis Agbasianya, Maria Nneka; Uroko, Favour C.
Journal Of Spirituality And Practical Theology Vol 2 No 1 (2025): JOSAPRAT (Journal Of Spirituality And Practical Theology)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.69668/josaprat.v2i1.64

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Religious practices and the adoption of Christianity absorbed and replaced a great deal of previous traditional practices, but some remained. This study examined how the arrival of Christianity affected the practice of Igbandu in Nnewi. Igbandu in Nnewi is about people using blood, oil, salt, hot drinks, kola nuts, etc. to make covenants. This study is hinged on the observation that although attempts have been made to explore the resilience of Igbo cultural practices in spite of the impact of Christianity, there is a dearth of studies on the resilience of Igbandu, especially case studies dealing with specific localities. Existing literature has not adequately explored the impact of Christianity on the concept of Igbandu, precisely in Nnewi. In this study, the literature was extended to investigate the phenomenon of Igbandu in Nnewi. This is a qualitative study that adopted a phenomenological design. It also made use of historical and sociological approaches to examine the different dimensions of the impact. Data was collected from primary and secondary sources and analysed descriptively. Some informants were selected purposefully due to their knowledge about the phenomenon of Igbandu in Nnewi. It was found that Igbandu was not affected by Christianity but rather adopted Christian practices. It was largely due to the understanding that Igbandu promoted transparency, truth, and togetherness more than it discouraged them. Additionally, conventional religious analysts have focused on the harmful effects of certain traditional practices, arguing that their adoption into Christian practices nullifies what they preach as Christians, which is that light and darkness cannot coexist together. The issue with this perspective, however, is that it ignores the role Igbandu has played in shaping our culture and traditions. Conclusively, the positive impacts of Igbandu have made people more transparent and accountable to one another and promoted togetherness
Co-Authors Uroko, Favour C. Uroko, Favour Chukwuemeka