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Osu In A Contemporary Igbo Society: A Christian Theological Evaluation
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1.4SCOPE OF STUDY/METHODOLOGY
The method used in this study is
historical and analytic. The study will employ oral interview which is
its primary source and books, journals, articles, internet material
which will constitute the secondary sources. The study confines itself
to Osu caste system as it exists in Ibo society.
1.5DIVISION OF WORK
This
work is divided into five chapters, chapter one deals with background
to the study, under which we have the Introduction, Aims and Objectives,
Clarification of Terms, Scope of Study and Methodology as well as
Division of Work.
Chapter two borders on the Historical background
of the Igbos which consists of the Origin of the Igbos, the Political,
Economic, Social system of the Igbos and the Religious belief of the
people.
Chapter three borders on the origin of Osu in Igboland which
consists of the Historical origin of the Osu, the Relationship between
free born and Osu, the Rights and privileges of an Osu, the Social Image
of the Osu. Effects of the belief in Osu, the marriage of an Osu and
the Funeral of an Osu.
Chapter four focuses on the Theological
Response to the phenomenon of Osu and under this chapter we would
examine what the Old and New Testament says about Osu and the position
of the church on it.
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ABSRACT - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]This study examines an agelong social phenomenon Osu Caste system among the Igbos of Eastern Nigeria. It investigates the origin and its persistence. Inspite of the overwhelming presence of Christianity in the area, many Christians pay lip service to the eradication of Osu Caste system. Not until something drastic is done, the phenomenon will persist. This study investigates the matter along Christian theological teachings. Painstaking efforts was taken to get information on this study. ... Continue reading---
