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Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders 2008

Whether inspiring their congregations to stand up against social injustice or urging a focus on God-centered family values, black religious leaders are a crucial component of a rich and diverse spiritual landscape. In honor of Black History Month, Beliefnet has compiled a list of some of the nation's most influential black spiritual leaders in 2008. While by no means comprehensive, the list includes some of today's most prominent--and controversial--spiritual figures, some up-and-coming figures of note, and several individuals whose lifelong efforts have earned them a place in history.

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Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders

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Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders

In black communities, religious leaders have historically occupied a powerful position as gurus, advocates, stewards and preachers. In honor of Black History Month, Beliefnet has compiled a list of some of the nation's most influential black spiritual leaders in 2008.

Related Topics: Faiths, African-American, Black Americans, Spiritual, Church, Women, religious leaders, spiritual values, congregation, black spiritual leaders, Leader, influential black, social justice congregations

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Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders 2007

Whether inspiring their congregations to stand up against social injustice or urging a focus on God-centered family values, African-American religious leaders are a crucial component of a rich and diverse spiritual landscape. In honor of Black History Month, Beliefnet has compiled a list of some of the nation’s most influential African-American spiritual leaders. While by no means comprehensive, the list includes some of today’s most prominent--and controversial--spiritual figures, some up-and-coming figures of note, and several individuals whose lifelong efforts have earned them a place in history.

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What Liberal Quakers Believe

Central tenets of Quakerism, based on the questions in the Belief-O-Matic quiz.

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Black Liberation Theology and Rev. Jeremiah Wright

Professor Dwight Hopkins answers questions about the black church, black liberation theology, and the Rev. Jeremiah Wright.

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Steven Waldman Interviews Rick Warren

Rick Warren, pastor of Saddleback Church and author of "The Purpose of Christmas," spoke with Beliefnet Editor-in-Chief Steven Waldman at the offices of our partner, The Wall Street Journal.

 

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What Catholics Believe

Central tenets of this faith, based on the questions in the Belief-O-Matic quiz.

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