Lar Druzo Brasileiro: o Druzismo verde e amarelo

Abstract

This research refers to the presence of the Druzism in Brazil, specificallly in the Lar Druzo Brasileiro de São Paulo , one of the representative institutions of the Druze community in the country. This work aims at knowing the history of this institution as well as identifying the elements which characterize it as a reference in the formation of Druze s identity in Brazil. This work has been divided in three chapter. In the first one entitled The Druzism , has been rescued the history of religion since its origins until nowadays. Subsequently, it is presented the elements of the organization, doctrine and practices that characterize this religious tradition. In the second chapter, entitled Lar Druzo Brasileiro, from past to present , it is rescued the history of this institution, as well as the actions that promote the practice of identity among peers in a Durze community. And finally, in the third chapter, entitled "O papel do Lar Druzo Brasileiro à luz dos depoimentos da própria comunidade" which discusses the role of the LDB in the Druze identity formating towards its members