the need to marry religion and development has engaged the attention of scholars for a while. while some are of the opinion that religion should not have a place in development, others are of contrary opinion. this book explores the use of the indigenous religion of africa in helping to ensure the development of the community. the book provides insights into how the indigenous people of assin atandasu of southern ghana make use of their religion in imploring the ancestors and the gods ultimately to the supreme being in helping them to achieve their needed development. this will enable stake holders in the development quest not to ignore the indigenous people as they fashion development projects in these areas these stake holders will find this book a valuable companion to help them meet their stated aims.