The discourse on the intersectionality of religion and HIV and AIDS with specific reference to Thulamela municipality, Limpopo province
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Netshapapame, Tshifhiwa Sinky
Mavhandu-Mudzusi, Azwihangwisi Helen
Ndou, Anza
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2021-11-30
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Article
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en
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HIV/AIDS , preaching , discourse , moralisation , religion , religio-cultural beliefs , communities and Christian communities
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The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) since its genesis has continued to affect a large number of the population in the African region and has caused exponential deaths. At the same time, new infections have been reported in South Africa. However, religion as a vehicle of change through the institution of the church has been acting on the contrary, since it discourages the use of condoms (one of the most effective ways to prevent HIV) and moralising the pelvic area in its characterisation against the commandment of God. Such a perspective has largely been drawn from the Christian doctrine(s). We argue that in its condemnation and moralisation of the virus, the church, through its pastors, engaged in biblical discourse (preaching).
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African Online Scientific Information Systems
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2072-8050 (ONLINE)