Religion has played a key role in helping African-Americans cope with and overcome the obstacles that have threatened to “keep them in chainsReligion has played a key role in helping African-Americans cope with and overcome the obstacles that have threatened to "keep them in chains." What is it about religious faith that has always given black communities the courage to fight? Edited by Quinton Hosford Dixie and Cornel West, Courage to Hope examines how creeds such as Islam and Christianity create cohesion, build trust and give a combined strength to its members. Contributors to this collection include James Cone, Charles Long and Judith Weisenfeld. | The Courage To Hope by Cornel West, Paperback | Indigo Chapters