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Freedom of religion in Brazil is a constitutionally protected right, allowing believers the freedom to assemble and worship without limitation or interference. Non-traditional religions are well tolerated in the Brazilian culture.[1][2][3]
In 2023, the country was scored 4 out of 4 for religious freedom;[4] it was noted Afro-Brazilian religious groups face considerable discrimination and violence.
Population profile
- Roman Catholic Christians - 64.6%
- Evangelicals - 22.2%
- Irreligious - 8%
- Spiritism - 2%
- Other religions - 3.2%[5]
See also
References
- ↑ "O DIREITO DE RELIGIAO NO BRASIL". www.pge.sp.gov.br.
- ↑ "O Exercício da Liberdade Religiosa no Brasil".
- ↑ "O novo retrato da fé no Brasil - ISTOÉ Independente". 19 August 2011.
- ↑ Freedom House website, retrieved 2023-08-08
- ↑ Boyle, Kevin; Sheen, Juliet (7 March 2013). Freedom of Religion and Belief: A World Report. Routledge. ISBN 9781134722297 – via Google Books.
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