Womanish Theology
Discovering God through the Lens of Black Girlhood

As a black woman of Caribbean descent living in the United States, I found Womanish Theology to be refreshing. Although much of my girlhood was spent between Jamaica and the Greater NYC area, many of Adams' own childhood stories were relatable. For example, a deep reliance on prayer was also emphasi......more

A grounding read, especially during my own spiritual journey this Lent. Reading stories of young Black women and the role religion plays in their lives, families, and identities was both relatable and affirming. It reminded me that there’s no single path or “right” way to live out faith. Along the w......more

I’m still new to the world of Womanist Theology, and this book was an excellent and empathetic look into the ways that young Black women are formed liturgically and spiritually. It was an incredibly tender read, and a book that I will cherish throughout my seminary journey and beyond.......more

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. I found this book really enlightening. I have seen from documentaries, the news and some films that God and religion is deeply ingrained in many Black women’s lives but never took too much time to think about it, n......more

Finish this book it will be worth it! I love how I was able to see myself in this book as well as the young women who were quoted. This will be a great book for those who aren’t directly related to understand our perspective from black girlhood!......more