Afro-Brazilian Religion (Candomblé) Course
This course offers an accessible introduction to Candomblé, exploring its history, beliefs, rituals, and contemporary challenges in Brazil.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Afro-Brazilian Religion (Candomblé) course provides a concise, research-based introduction to its historical roots, belief systems, and ritual practices, with straightforward, non-esoteric explanations. You will explore key scholarship, practitioner perspectives, and ethical research methods, while examining racism, religious intolerance, media representation, and ongoing legal challenges that influence Candomblé in modern Brazil.
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- Analyze Candomblé belief systems: 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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