The Demystified Candomblé Trilogy

By Carlos Duarte Junior

Demystifying Candombl brings together three essential volumes in one complete collection, offering readers an accessible, respectful, and deeply engaging introduction to one of Brazil's most important Afro-Brazilian religious and cultural traditions.

Written by Carlos Duarte Junior, this work guides the curious reader through the foundations, history, symbols, and spiritual depth of Candombl without sensationalism or prejudice. It is an invitation to understand a tradition shaped by African ancestry, sacred memory, resistance, community, and reverence for the Orix s.

In Volume 1 - A Guide for the Curious, readers are introduced to the basic principles of Candombl , its worldview, sacred spaces, practices, rituals, values, and the importance of respect when approaching a living religious tradition.

In Volume 2 - Revisited Origins, the journey moves toward Africa and the African diaspora, exploring how Candombl took root in Brazil through struggle, adaptation, cultural preservation, and spiritual resilience.

In Volume 3 - Getting to Know the Orix s, the reader encounters the Orix s: sacred forces connected to nature, ancestry, personality, community, and the mysteries of life. Their stories, symbols, and meanings are presented with clarity and care, helping readers move beyond stereotypes and misunderstandings.

This collection is ideal for researchers, students, spiritual seekers, and anyone who wants to better understand Candombl as a profound expression of Afro-Brazilian identity, wisdom, and faith.

More than a simple introduction, Demystifying Candombl is a gateway to a universe of ancestry, spirituality, culture, and respect for religious diversity.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CK3ZX9H7
• ISBN13: 9798862997286
• Release Date: September 2023
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"