Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja
Belief Matters
Playlist by Afternoons with Relebogile MabotjaA thought-provoking podcast that explores the power of belief and how it shapes our lives, choices, and communities. From personal faith journeys to cultural perspectives and big life questions, Belie…Follow the podcast:
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Belief Matters: The significance of spiritual readings
Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Pretty “Gogo Nokukhanya’’ Chaka a Clairvoyant/spiritual empath exploring the significance of spiritual readings and what happens when that experience takes place live, in real time, with a spiritual reader. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on …
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Belief Matters: How do we find belief in positive affirmations?
Kgomotso Modise (standing in for Relebogile Mabotja ) speaks to Maiyo Febi an international life coach exploring how positive affirmations are compatible with our beliefs. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon…
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Belief Matters: The significance and meaning of the beads traditional healers wear
Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Zandile Mfumo Mabilisa a Spiritual Medium exploring the significance and meaning behind the beads worn by traditional healers, and what they communicate within traditional African healing practices. From colourful necklaces to intricate bracelets and waist beads, the be…
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Belief Matters: Rethinking the belief in "African Time" – is it really about being late?
Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Nhlanhla Kunene a Traditional Culture Enthusiast and Actor unpacking the meaning behind the concept of African Time. Is it simply an excuse for lateness, or is there a deeper cultural philosophy at play? Together, they explore how African Time reflects values of communi…
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Belief Matters: Why Do Churches Have Uniforms and Are They Necessary for Worship?
Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Prof. Boitumelo Senokoane, Associate Professor of Philosophy, about church uniforms, the tradition, the meaning, and whether they are needed for worship.
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Belief Matters: What is destiny swapping and how does it work?
Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Mpho Masondo a Traditional Healer and Indigenous Knowledge Systems Specialist about destiny swapping, across many cultures and faith traditions, people believe that our lives follow a unique path or purpose. But alongside those beliefs are claims of spiritual attacks, c…
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Belief Matters: In Islam why do men and women worship in separate designated areas?
Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Mufti Muhammad Usman Solehri a Lecturer at the South African Islamic college (known as Darul Uloom Pretoria) unpacking why men and women often pray in separate designated areas in mosques, exploring the origins and reasoning behind this practice. Is it rooted in religio…
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Belief Matters: Why do we swear oaths on the Bible?
Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Father Thapelo Masemola, Chaplain of St John's College and a priest in the Anglican Diocese of Johannesburg, about the longstanding tradition of swearing an oath on the Bible. From courtroom testimonies to presidential inaugurations, the ritual of placing a hand on a sa…
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Belief Matters: Why are some dates considered lucky or unlucky for weddings?
Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Mthokozisi Shabangu (Ndukuzamandebele) a Numerologist exploring why some dates are considered lucky or unlucky for weddings, and whether there is any significance behind the day you say, "I do." 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg …
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Belief Matters: Why are there different types of Hijabs?
Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Zaahira Karrim who is a Islamic Scholar and Educator about the meaning behind these different forms of hijab, address common misconceptions, and help us better understand the relationship between modesty, identity, and religious practice 702 Afternoons with Relebogile…
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