New Books in Eastern European Studies Iemima Ploscariu, "Alternative Evangelicals: Challenging Nationalism in Interwar Romania's Multi-ethnic Borderlands" (Brill, 2024)
Sep 19, 2024
Iemima Ploscariu, a historian with a focus on interwar Romanian evangelicals, dives into the vibrant and diverse world of alternative evangelicals in Romania's complex borderlands. She explores how these groups, including Jews, Roma, and others, challenged nationalism and crafted their identities through music and community. Ploscariu highlights the unique traditions merging Jewish and Christian holidays, and shares stories of resilience within marginalized communities. The insights she provides illuminate a significant yet often overlooked aspect of European religious history.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Evangelical Networks in 1930s Romania
02:14 • 15min
Active Engagement in Multi-Ethnic Religious Practices
16:56 • 4min
Community Engagement and Evangelistic Outreach in Interwar Romania
20:37 • 5min
Celebrating Interwoven Traditions: Jewish Christian Holidays
25:11 • 3min
Roma Evangelicals in Interwar Romania
28:12 • 17min
