William Wade Harris

William Wade Harris was a West African Christian evangelist and religious leader born around 1860. He is best known for founding the Latter Rain movement, active in countries like Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Ghana in the early 20th century. Harris promoted moral reform and spiritual renewal, traveling extensively to preach and convert many to his interpreted Christian teachings. His movement emphasized salvation, repentance, and adherence to biblical principles, impacting local religious practices and inspiring future Christian movements in the region. Harris's work contributed to the growth of indigenous Christian expression in West Africa.