Introduction / History

The Kadiweu, known as the “Knight Indians” for their skill in riding horses, show in their rituals, mythology, and daily life the traits of a hierarchical society divided into lords and captives. The captives are considered “mixed,” while the lords are seen as the “pure Kadiweu.”

What Are Their Lives Like?

In the past, the difference between lords and captives was marked by their body paint. Their art is an important part of their identity and a key source of income, along with cattle raising, farming, hunting, and fishing. They have great affection for their own mythology, arts, and rituals. Kadiweu women make clay vases, plates, animal figures, wall ornaments, and other creative pieces.

What Are Their Beliefs?

Kadiweus perform various rituals for funerals, for girls’ first menstruation, and on other occasions. Their mythology forms the basis of their religion.

What Are Their Needs?

They need to hear about our Lord and Savior, the one who came to set all captives free. They need to understand how God sees them—not just as his creation, but as those he desires to call His children.

Prayer Items

Pray for them to recognize God as their only Lord and to see themselves as he does.Pray for open hearts to send missionaries, and for God to reveal himself through nature.Pray for the Holy Spirit to move in their communities, blessing them in every way.

Scripture Prayers for the Kadiweu in Brazil.

References

https://pib.socioambiental.org/pt/Povo:Kadiw%C3%A9uhttps://vivabonito.com.br/indios-kadiweu/