Discussions about the interpretation of sacred texts in an African context with an emphasis on indigenous knowledge systems in Africa have become more frequent and intense in Bapedi society. These talks frequently draw from African theology, African traditional religion, and sacred literature. Exodus 20:5, 6; 34:6, 7; Numbers 14:18 & Deuteronomy 5:9, 10 are usually recognised as teaching sacred books in Africa, especially among older Christians. This essay offers some observations brought up by Christians and senior citizens in casual discussions. This study's goal is to examine the effects of compromising the sacred passages "Exodus 20:5, 6; 34:6, 7; Numbers 14:18 & Deuteronomy 5:9, 10" with particular regard to the cultural context of the Bapedi people. Therefore, it is thought that the following research question addresses the study's goal: Why do innocent children and grandkids suffer as a result of their parents' actions but not their own parents, who are the ones who are held accountable? The study makes use of historical research methodology. Data was gathered through informal interviews, video, and audio recordings. The findings demonstrate that the parents' unknowing children and grandkids, who are enthralled by other theological views and have completely forgotten their roots, are going through a terrible period. It has been determined that destroying taboos, customs, beliefs, and rituals appears to be the main cause of innocent children and grandkids experiencing hardship and struggling to survive.
Author(s) Details:
Morakeng Edward Kenneth Lebaka,
Department of Creative Arts, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zululand – KwaDlangezwa Campus, South Africa.
Please see the link here: https://stm.bookpi.org/RAASS-V2/article/view/8305
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