KinshipJune 22, 2026Gustavo de Godoy E Silva, André Sanches de Abreu
Godparenthood and sponsorship are essential to Ka'apor sociology. They are present in two of the main rituals of Ka'apor: the naming ceremony and shamanism. The naming ceremony, included in the ritual beer drinking, is vital for identifying people and ensuring the health of children. In shamanism, the encounter between the shaman and his assistant godchildren, the "auxiliary spirits," is...