As rezadeiras e os rezadores de Santa Helena – PB (1950- 2013).

Abstract

This project has as its theme the mourners of St. Helena-PB in the second half of the twentieth century, where their religious healing practices throughout the second half of the twentieth century. present themselves as cultural tradition in daily life and social life of the communities where being entered as healers. These healing practices has been placed as the focus of actions and actions against diseases and illnesses. Understanding the mechanism and significance of these religious practices are presented as a path to understanding the cultural history and the role that religion occupies in this social context. The research will be developed through interviews, testimonies and life story with the mourners and users of their practices. Another area of research is the literature of this subject available.