Afro-Brazilian Religion (Candomblé) Course
This course offers a clear, evidence-based introduction to Candomblé, exploring its history, core beliefs, rituals, and contemporary challenges like racism and legal issues in Brazil.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course on Afro-Brazilian Religion (Candomblé) provides a straightforward, research-backed intro to its historical origins, beliefs, and rituals, explained simply without mysticism. You'll look at important studies, voices from practitioners, and proper research ethics, plus issues like racism, religious bias, media portrayals, and ongoing legal fights affecting Candomblé in modern Brazil.
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Develop skills
- Analyze Candomblé beliefs: axé, orixás, ancestors, and syncretism.
- Interpret Candomblé rituals, music, and material culture for public-facing work.
- Assess racism and intolerance toward Afro-Brazilian religions using current data.
- Conduct ethical, community-centered field research with Candomblé practitioners.
- Critically review scholarship and build annotated bibliographies on Candomblé.
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