O estabelecimento do candomblé em São Gonçalo

Abstract

This dissertation aims to understand the establishment and consolidation of Candomblé in the municipality of São Gonçalo, through the historical events of the religion's formation in Bahia and migration to Rio de Janeiro, shedding light on the historical events in the city. The research is grounded in various sources, including oral interviews with notable Candomblé leaders and analyses of local newspapers from the 1920s onwards. Through these resources, the dissertation seeks to outline the introduction and dissemination of Candomblé in São Gonçalo, highlighting its key leaders, rituals, and the challenges faced by the religious community over time. Lastly, the dissertation examines the consolidation of Candomblé in São Gonçalo from the 1960s to the present day, considering the challenges encountered by the religious community in this process. Cultural resistance, adaptation to social changes, and the continuity of traditions are highlighted as key elements in the perpetuation and strengthening of Candomblé in the city.