A experiência missionária da Companhia de Jesus nas Terras do Cabo Norte (Amapá) no século XVII

Abstract

This article aims to understand the intricacies of the Jesuit presence in the North Cape lands in the second half of the 17th century. The focus is on relations with the indigenous people and the attempt to understand them as protagonists in the face of the colonization and catechization process, that is, their survival tactics were valued. An emblematic case analyzed was the deaths of two missionaries caused by indigenous peoples who resisted domination. Relations with the Amerindians were found to be complex and required negotiations between those involved. The background that runs through all the research is the dispute over possession of the territory against the French.