Globalisation - Pentecostalism - Beliefs Flashcards
How often were Pentecostal churches registered in Brazil between 1990-1992?
Every single weekday - fastest growing Christian church
What is the Pentecostal message to the poor?
That they can escape poverty with the help off god and by their own efforts.
What does Berger argue?
That Pentecostalism in Latin America acts as a ‘functional equivalent’ to Weber’s Protestant ethic - it encourages the development of Capitalism
What is an example of Pentecostalism having strong links with modern capitalism?
In Chile and Brazil there is now a growing and prosperous Pentecostalist middle class leading capitalist development
Why does Lehmann argue Pentecostalism has been such a success?
In part to its ability to ‘plug into’ and incorporate local beliefs. Uses imagery and symbolism drawn from local cultures and existing religious beliefs. Uses global communications to spread its message.
