Spiritualities of Belonging and Intercultural Politics in Australia

This chapter explores implications of the notion of spiritual sovereignty in Australia following the 1992 Mabo vs. Queensland decision. Engaging with a range of legal decisions and commentaries, Brett describes some of the differences between white and Aboriginal ways of belonging in Australia. He calls on churches to reconsider the legitimacy of their historic land grants from the Crown. The churches have an opportunity to regain an integrity that has been lost by appropriating the benefits of colonial injustices.