Clash with Mbari Culture
Dennis opposed certain cultural practices in Egbu that he believed conflicted with Christian principles and insisted on their discontinuation. Among these practices was the Mbari tradition, which Dennis and his team destroyed. On January 25, 1910, the elders of Egbu visited Dennis to discuss the Ulo Mbari, fully aware of his strong objections. They expressed […]
Clash Between European and African Missionaries
The mission experienced growing tensions between African agents and European missionaries, driven by issues of discipline and clashes in cultural attitudes. Some European missionaries viewed themselves as superior, which led to friction with African leaders who sought dignity and recognition. These tensions came to a head during a review of mission discipline, resulting in disagreements […]