Deeper Shades of Purple: Womanism in Religion and Society (Religion, Race, and Ethnicity)

Deeper Shades of Purple is a groundbreaking collection of essays that delve into the study of Black women in religious life, offering fresh perspectives and new insights into this burgeoning field.

Edited by Stacey M.

Floyd-Thomas, a leading voice in Christian social ethics and womanist thought, this book brings together a diverse range of scholars who view their work through a womanist critical lens.

The contributors revisit Alice Walker's definition of womanism and offer their own definitions of what it means to practice womanism, providing a rich tapestry of perspectives on the theoretical orientations and methodological approaches of Black women scholar-activists. With contributions from some of the most influential scholars in the field, including Karen Baker-Fletcher, Katie G.

Cannon, M.

Shawn Copeland, Kelly Brown Douglas, Carol B.

Duncan, Stacey M.

Floyd-Thomas, Rachel Elizabeth Harding, Rosemarie Freeney Harding, Melanie L.

Harris, Diana L.

Hayes, Dwight N.

Hopkins, Ada María Isasi-Díaz, Cheryl A.

Kirk-Duggan, Kwok Pui-Lan, Daisy L.

Machado, Debra Majeed, Anthony B.

Pinn, Rosetta Ross, Letty M.

Russell, Shani Settles, Dianne M.

Stewart, Raedorah Stewart-Dodd, Emilie M.

Townes, Traci C.

West, and Nancy Lynne Westfield, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the study of Black women in religious life.

Whether you're a scholar, student, or simply someone looking to deepen your understanding of this important field, Deeper Shades of Purple is sure to inspire and inform.