Crianças, axé e educação: as tradições orais como elo da contrução da identidade cultural infantil

Abstract

Education, understood here in a broad and humanized sense, is seen as a social phenomenon that transcends the transmission of knowledge, encompassing moral and ethical values. In Umbanda temples, oral tradition, marked by African heritage, is fundamental in transmitting knowledge, memories, and shaping cultural identity. Despite being little recognized as an educational practice, orality plays a significant role in shaping individuals. This study aims to understand oral traditions in Umbanda temples and their role in constructing children's cultural identity. Drawing from personal experiences and relationships established in this religious context, the research investigates how oral traditions unfold, the role of children in producing ethnic knowledge, and the impact of orality on children's cultural identity. The study employs a bibliographic approach to explore the topic, emphasizing the importance of expanding studies on educational practices in Umbanda temples within a context of religious intolerance. It concludes that this research contributes to a deeper understanding of these educational processes, fostering reflection on cultural identity and promoting recognition of African heritage in society