ABSTRACT
This chapter examines the mutual journey undertaken by the Brazilian state and the Muslim community from its historical beginnings to the present day. It provides a historical overview of Islam in Brazil and then details the contemporary demographic profile of the Muslim community. The chapter subsequently narrows and grounds its focus by treating the southern city of Foz do Iguau and its resident Muslim community. Brazilian population through European-sponsored immigration aims the relative freedom of belief enjoyed by Brazilian society nevertheless made the country an attractive destination for these Muslim migrants. Islam practises in Brazil mostly by Arab immigrants of Lebanese descent. The Muslim community in Brazil shows respect and consideration for the majority religion of Roman Catholicism. The chapter escalates by returning to governor Richas authorization of veil wearing in the driving licence picture and establishment of a Municipal Day of the Muslim People.
