Yoruba Traditions and African American Religious Nationalism

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The narrative follows Nana Oseijeman Adefunmi's quest for identity in 1930s and 1940s Detroit, highlighting his evolution as an artist and religious leader. Adefunmi co-founded significant cultural and religious institutions like Shango Temple and Oyotunji African Village, which redefined African American spirituality by blending Yoruba traditions with local practices. This movement not only fostered a sense of community among African Americans but also connected them to a broader global context of Yoruba heritage and religious expression.