Our Lady of the Exile: Diasporic Religion at a Cuban Catholic Shrine in Miami (Religion in America)
In Our Lady of the Exile, Thomas A. Tweed examines a Cuban Catholic shrine in Miami as a vital center for diasporic religion. The book explores how this site helps Cuban immigrants maintain their faith and cultural ties in exile, reflecting broader themes of migration and religious adaptation in America.
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Our Lady of the Exile delves into the practices and meanings of diasporic religion at a Cuban Catholic shrine in Miami. The book highlights how this site serves as a focal point for Cuban exiles navigating life away from their homeland.
Thomas A. Tweed analyzes the shrine's role in fostering religious expression and cultural continuity among the diaspora. It illustrates the interplay between faith, migration, and community building in an American context.
The work is part of the Religion in America series, offering insights into how Catholicism adapts in exile. Through this lens, it reveals broader patterns of religious life in immigrant communities.
The shrine embodies the tensions and aspirations of those displaced, making it a key example of how sacred spaces support diasporic identities.
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