The Documentary Podcast
The Documentary Podcast
BBC World Service
Heart and Soul: Should I change my name?
26 minutes Posted Apr 18, 2024 at 5:30 pm.
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What if you carry an inherited surname that you feel is profoundly un-Christian? Should you keep it or change it? Robert Beckford is going through this dilemma. His surname is a slave name, a brand of ownership passed down from his enslaved African ancestors in Jamaica. Over time, Robert has grown deeply uncomfortable with the meaning of this name and now wants to find a more spiritual alternative. He embarks on a journey of self-discovery, considering whether he should change or keep his inherited name.