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Religious History

Umbanda Documentary

20152 minPGexplainer

The Umbanda is an Afro-Brazilian religion with significant social impact in Rio de Janeiro.

Religious History

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Channel: Planet Doc Full Documentaries

Umbanda Documentary

2015• 2 minPG

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The Umbanda is an Afro-Brazilian religion with significant social impact in Rio de Janeiro.

Synopsis

The Umbanda is an Afro-Brazilian religion with hundreds of thousands of followers, primarily practiced in Brazil. In Rio de Janeiro, there are over 170 temples, some featuring sports fields, which serve as community centers for social work among the poorest populations. The religion emphasizes the belief that the dead can influence the living, a concept often misunderstood in the West. Full Documentaries are available every Tuesday and Thursday, providing insights into the rituals and ceremonies of The Umbanda, including trances and animal sacrifices that are integral to its practices.

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