Umbanda And Candomble Between Spirits, Orixas And Axe: Spirits, Rituals, and the Sacred Energy of Brazil - Couverture souple

De Araujo, Cleunir

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798246328040

Editeur : Independently published, 2026

Synopsis

Originally published over 35 years ago in Portuguese, this book returns in English with renewed depth and perspective.

In this revised edition, Cleunir De Araujo revisits his original work through decades of lived experience, spiritual practice, and reflection. More than a translation, this is an expanded and renewed vision—bridging tradition and modern understanding.

Umbanda and Candomblé are two distinct Afro-Brazilian religions, each with its own origins, rituals, and spiritual foundations. Umbanda emphasizes charity, mediumship, and spiritual guidance through ancestral spirits such as Caboclos, Pretos Velhos, Crianças, Exus, and others. Candomblé preserves ancient African traditions through sacred rites, initiations, and devotion to the Orixás.

This book explores both traditions with respect and clarity—explaining their differences, shared roots, rituals, symbols, prayers, points (pontos cantados), and spiritual hierarchy. Readers are guided through the Orixás, spiritual lines, ancestral wisdom, and the sacred concept of Axé, the life force that sustains all existence.

Written for seekers, practitioners, and the spiritually curious, this work offers insight, cultural understanding, and reverence for Brazil’s rich spiritual heritage.

A journey of faith, ancestry, and sacred energy—rooted in tradition, renewed by experience, and guided by axé.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798246328040
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 187
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