<abstract xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><p> The purpose of this article is to discuss the changes that took place in relation to the peculiarities of Capoeira within Brazilian society. This popular practice, which is considered a martial art, a dance and a game, developed during the 19th century, where it was practiced by individuals from the lower walks of life. Practicing Capoeira was a felony, as it posed a threat to public safety, order, and morality. Presently, it has been upgraded to a Brazilian cultural asset, which shows how the perception of its practice has changed. These changes follow the different views of the historical processes related to abolitionism and the perverse incorporation of blacks into society at that time, which have continued until present time, having undergone significant changes and grown as a valued physical expression</p></abstract>

The purpose of this article is to discuss the changes that took place in relation to the peculiarities of Capoeira within Brazilian society. This popular practice, which is considered a martial art, a dance and a game, developed during the 19th century, where it was practiced by individuals from the lower walks of life. Practicing Capoeira was a felony, as it posed a threat to public safety, order, and morality. Presently, it has been upgraded to a Brazilian cultural asset, which shows how the perception of its practice has changed. These changes follow the different views of the historical processes related to abolitionism and the perverse incorporation of blacks into society at that time, which have continued until present time, having undergone significant changes and grown as a valued physical expression

Concerning Abolitionism, Black People, and Capoeira in the History of Brazil: Social and Moral (Im)Balances

CEPELS, ALESDE, DECISO / UFPR; Faculdade Guairacá, Brazil

CEPELS, ALESDE, DECISO, DEF / UFPR; WVU, CAPES, Brazil

Physical Culture and Sport. Studies and Research

The purpose of this article is to discuss the changes that took place in relation to the peculiarities of Capoeira within Brazilian society. This popular...

Concerning Abolitionism, Black People, and Capoeira in the History of Brazil: Social and Moral (Im)Balances

Published Online: Dec 29, 2012

Page range: 33 - 40

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/v10141-012-0021-4

Keywords
capoeira, Brazil, cultural asset, abolitionism

This content is open access.

Concerning Abolitionism, Black People, and Capoeira in the History of Brazil: Social and Moral (Im)Balances

Published Online: Dec 29, 2012

Page range: 33 - 40

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/v10141-012-0021-4

Keywordscapoeira, Brazil, cultural asset, abolitionism

This content is open access.

Keywords
capoeira, Brazil, cultural asset, abolitionism