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Day of The Death in Mexico
Day of The Death in Mexico
Ofrendas.
Pre-Columbian past.
Rituals since 2,500-3000 years. Lady of the Dead -> Catrina.
Mictln.
Four days before arrive to the Gods. Behavior and kind of death.
Used to be buried with some objects.
Catholicism influence.
Idea of Heaven and Hell. Veneration of saints.
Pan de muerto.
Syncretism.
Region where is celebrated.
28 October-Violence.
30, 31 October-unbaptized children.
- Bread.
- Food and fruits. - Photos. - Cross made with flowers or fruits.
Copal and incense. Arc. Paper decorations. Candles and tapers. Water. Flowers(cempaschil). Skulls.