This week, we honor the legacy of Zumbi dos Palmares at Zumbimba. Known as a powerful symbol of freedom, Zumbi was born in 1655 in Serra da Barriga, a region now part of União dos Palmares in Alagoas, Brazil.
A legendary leader of the Quilombo dos Palmares, Zumbi resisted colonial oppression and fought tirelessly for the liberation of enslaved Afro-Brazilians. Married to Dandara dos Palmares and father to several children, Zumbi’s courageous spirit lives on in Capoeira and our shared history.
His death on November 20, 1695, symbolizes resilience and resistance in Afro-Brazilian culture—a legacy we proudly honor every November.
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QUILOMBOS DOS PALMARES AND ZUMBI
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Happy Birthday, Gambá! It’s been 10 years since you started training capoeira at ABADÁ MARIN. Watching you grow and mature to a strong, inteligent and talent young citizen has been an incredible road for us. On the way, lots of the obstacles I saw you persevere, work hard and achieve the sucess. Your grown in capoeira within the last year has been truly inspiring. Your dedication, skills, and spirit as both a Capoeirista and a Percussionist shine brightly in our community.