The blunt and frank
A critique of Nelson Mandela and José Rizal for the liberative motif today
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 19479225 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Thinandavha Derrick Mashau (0000-0002-9914-8982, University of South Africa), Fides Del Castillo (0000-0002-2368-7031, University of South Africa) |
| Year | 2026 |
| Volume | 47 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Publication date | 2026-05-29 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Verbum et Ecclesia (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1609-9982 • E-ISSN: 2074-7705 |
| Publisher | AOSIS (PUBLISHER • ZA) |
| DOI | 10.4102/ve.v47i1.3716 |
| OpenAlex | W7162671070 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 22 |
This article provides a missional and comparative critique of Nelson Mandela and José Rizal, examining their liberative motifs in the context of Christ’s liberative mission. Thirty years into democracy in South Africa and a century after the liberation of the Philippines, the ideals of equality, justice and quality of life espoused by these historical figures remain elusive. The majority of their people continue to grapple with inequality, poverty and unemployment. This article explores the theological and missional implications of their struggles, reflecting on the unfinished work of liberation and the lessons their lives offer for contemporary generations. Intradisciplinary and/or interdisciplinary implications: By examining their strategies, successes and shortcomings in light of the missio Dei [mission of God], this article seeks to inspire a renewed commitment to holistic liberation in the face of persistent systemic injustices
Democracy · Economic Justice · Liberation theology · Poverty · Christian Theology and Mission · Pentecostalism and Christianity Studies · Theological Perspectives and Practices
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| Citation velocity | historical |
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| Highly cited | No |