Haitian carnival to test biblical teachings: cultural, moral and spiritual issues for young Christians
Haitian carnival (Kanaval in Creole) represents much more than a simple popular festivity. Colonial heritage transformed by African contributions and local socio-political realities, this annual event crystallizes tensions between cultural tradition, collective and imperative ethical Christian expressions. For young Haitian believers, his practice raises complex questions: how to reconcile cultural belonging and loyalty to biblical principles? What spiritual and social risks implies this celebration? A multidimensional analysis, crossing historical data, recent statistics and scriptural lessons, reveals the specific challenges posed by carnival in a context of security and moral crisis.
I. Origins and evolution of Haitian carnival:...
