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This article examines the religious system of the Mundurucu, a Tupi-speaking group residing in the Brazilian Amazon. It analyzes the interplay between their social organization, particularly the dual division system, and their religious beliefs and practices. The authors argue that Mundurucu religion, characterized by ancestor worship and a focus on warfare and hunting, reflects and reinforces their social structure. They discuss the roles of shamans, the significance of dreams and visions, and the importance of ritual dances and ceremonies in maintaining social cohesion and transmitting cultural values. The article also explores the impact of contact with Western society on Mundurucu religious beliefs and practices.

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