African New Prophetic Pentecostalism and Human Flourishing

This volume provides a uniquely fresh perspective on African Pentecostalism by linking three important discursive fields: human flourishing, charismatic Pentecostalism, and decoloniality. The volume provides important insights into the normative notions brought forward by prophetic Pentecostalism on what constitutes a good life. It thereby substantially advances the debate on Pentecostalism and prosperity. Even though the book zooms in on South Africa, its chapters bear relevance far beyond. The volume is therefore a must-read for anyone wanting to engage with current trends in African Christianity. Philipp Öhlmann Associated Senior Researcher at the Center for Rural Development Humboldt University, Research Fellow, Department of Theology and Religious Studies, University of Botswana. This is an intellectually stimulating, original, and thought-provoking contribution to the field of African Pentecostal Studies. It has not failed to deliver and must be read to understand new creative interpretations of the movements by African Christian scholars. Chammah Kaunda Assistant Professor, Yonsei University, South Korea. Extraordinary Professor, University of the Western Cape, South Africa. This important book creatively explores human flourishing in the context of New Prophetic Pentecostalism in Africa. It should be read by all who are interested in the most recent developments of Southern African Pentecostalism and those concerned about genuine human flourishing in the church and wider society. Simo Frestadius Dr. Simo Frestadius, Dean of Research, Regents Theological College Executive Director, Institute for Pentecostal Theology Chair, European Pentecostal Theological Association