Psalm 82, "Unjust Gods" and its Application to Nigerian Survivors of Sex Trafficking in Europe

Project Plan

Chapter 1 - Introduction
A. Nigerian Sex Trafficking in Europe
B. Christian Faith-Based NGOs as Key Players in Assisting Nigerian SOTs in Europe .
C. Introducing Psalm 82 and the Cosmos as a Polity Framework
D. Outline of Dissertation Approach and Relationship to Integrative Theology

Chapter 2 - Understanding the Role of an African Traditional Justice System in Nigerian Sex Trafficking Cases
A. An African Traditional Justice System in Nigeria
1) The Categorical Framework: Deities as Enforcers of Justice
2) Oath-Taking Temples as Locations for African Traditional Justice
3) Example of Ayelala
B. Ritual-Judicial Practices and Juju
C. Sex Trafficking as Corruption of Numinous-Judicial Power

Chapter 3 - Understanding Psalm 82
A. History and Core Interpretational Issue
B. ‘The Cosmos as a Polity’ - An ANE Categorical Framework and Root Metaphor ...
1) ANE Categorical Framework
2) A Root Metaphor
3) The Phenomenon of Elohim as Judicial Powers
C. Biblical-Exegetical and Theological Consideration
1) Verse 1
2) Verses 2-4
3) Verse 5
3) Verses 6-7
4) Verse

Chapter 4 - Applying Psalm 82 to Nigerian SOTs
A. From Apperception to Intersubjectivity
B. Narrative-Theological Application of Psalm 82
1) The Biblical Metanarrative Related to Psalm 82
2) Applying the Narrative to SOTs
3) A Narrative Therapy Based on Psalm 82
C. Ritual-Judicial Application of Psalm 82
D. Project Conclusion

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