This is the 9673rd most frequent Portuguese word.
crença
Belief or conviction.
In this context, 'crenças' (plural form) refers to shared societal or cultural beliefs.
As crenças culturais são passadas de geração em geração.
Cultural beliefs are passed down from generation to generation.
The term 'crenças' is used to denote an individual's personal or spiritual beliefs.
Eu respeito as crenças de todos, independentemente de serem parecidas com as minhas.
I respect everyone's beliefs, regardless of whether or not they resemble mine.
Here, 'crença' is used to indicate a fundamental conviction or belief in a certain idea.