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P/P/281. Dissertation: religious practices in Brazil and in London

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2006
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The dissertation examines the features of Candomble religion brought by African slaves to Brazil comparing it to the religious practices of African-Brazilian population in London. Literature on the origins, concepts and rituals of Candomble is reviewed, qualitative research of the primary data collected though interviews is conducted. Conclusions are made about the influence of the British cultural and technological environment on Candomble.

 

KEYWORDS: Candomble, religion, Brazil, Africa, London,

 
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