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GST 112 GST 112 Test Compilations 8 Objective Question

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The attitude of white priests in the foreign Pentecostal Churches in Nigeria led to the establishment of the
Options
A Aristocratic African Churches
B All white African Churches
C "African" or "Native" Churches
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D Mixed African Churches
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The discriminatory and sometimes paternalistic attitudes of white missionaries and priests in foreign-led churches often led to frustration among African congregants and clergy. This frustration was a significant factor in the establishment of independent African churches, often referred to as 'African' or 'Native' Churches, where Africans could worship and lead according to their own cultural contexts.

Hint

Consider the historical context of religious independence movements against colonial influence in Africa.

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