Belief Systems

World Fact on Religions in Rhodesia:
Syncretic (part Christian, part indigenous beliefs) 50%, Christian 25%, indigenous beliefs 24%, Muslim and other 1%

Ancestors:
In the traditional religion, the spirit of the dead person returns to the community, and the ancestors of the family have powerful influence on the family life. The ancestors are worshipped and honored during good harvests and in appeals to deal with misfortune.

Death:
Normally, the dead are buried close to home. The graves are arranged near the homestead. A diviner may be asked to visit the family to find out the cause of the death. After a one year, a final ceremony is demonstrated to make the spirit become a spirit guardian to look after the family.

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