Marthinus “Inus” Daneel, 1936 – 2024
The Center for Global Christianity and Mission (CGCM) and the Boston University School of Theology (BUSTH) announce the passing on July 29, 2024 of CGCM co-founder Marthinus “Inus” Daneel, who was a noted theologian, author, and professor. Dr. Daneel grew up in Zimbabwe, was a self-professed “nomad” and adventurer, was a renowned and respected researcher, and a dedicated activist. Dr. Daneel served as part-time Professor of Missiology at BUSTH from 1997 until his retirement in 2012.
“Dr. Daneel was a deeply spiritual man and a scholar activist [before his time],” says his spouse of almost 30 years, William Fairfield Warren Distinguished Professor Dana L. Robert.