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The town of Coita holds one of the more famous events at its church Guadalupe.
The effigies are first hung up on the Thursday before Easter, often with signs to mock them.
On Easter Sunday, they get paraded around town by donkeys or bulls until they are finally brought to the… さらに表示
As the evening begins, hundreds gather in the square to celebrate with dance and music.
At around 10 PM, either a light show or firework show is held, and at the conclusion, the effigies are set ablaze.
The event is meant to strengthen the culture of the indigenous people in… さらに表示
This tradition, which has the support of the government and the Church, finally ends with the local drinking pozol. (a drink made of water, corn and raw cocoa)
The drink is meant to foster unity, respect, and purify the soul.
Despite the antisemitism associated with the event. Locals do not intend to end it, instead they are encouraged to invite new members.
It's not regarded as an act of hostility towards the Jewish people or culture.
The burning represents the victory of good and the destruction of… さらに表示
Not "Jews", but "Judas Iscariot":
In this part of Mexico. They interpreted it differently. There’s a couple articles on it.
Lots of crazy Catholic interpretations
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Is there such a thing as religious tourism? Because you good sir have inspired me to take a trip down to Chiapas and know more about the folkloric traditions of my faith. I would have never learned of this otherwise Thank you
From the pages on the subject I read in Spanish. The locals encourage people to be part of the tradition