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Day Of The Dead
History
History Mexicans dont celebrate Halloween. They celebrate Day Of
The Dead. This is a religious day very similar to All Saints Day.
The majority of hispanics are catholics, a part of
christiandom.They believe that the spirits dont die. They believe
that the dead live in limbo, where they stay until they return to
visit their families.
The OfferingThey set a table with a white tablecloth decorated
with various things. Some of them may include:Decorative cut
paperflowersskeletonsskulls candlesbread of the
deadincensefoodcandyA photowatertowelsoapsaltatole (a thick
seasoned drink)
The OfferingThe offering is made up of four components:
EarthWindWaterFire
The Offering
The Cemetary GravesitePeople go to the gravesites of family
members or dead friends.They put a lot of flowers, skeletons,
sculls made of sugar, candles, food, candy, etc.Then, they have a
candle-light vigil to remember the spirits of the
departed.Preparation for Day Of The Dead begins up to 2 weeks
before the celebration.
Special DaysNovember 1st: The Little Angels. (children that have
died)
November 2nd: The Dead. (adults that have died)
At The CemeteryHispanics go to the cemetery of the deceased and
decorate their gravesites.They put flowers, food, and many candles.
They stay until midnight continuing the candle-light vigil
remembering their loved ones.
The Gravesites at the Cemetery
Bread of the Dead
Skulls
Flowers
Decoratively Cut Paper
Music and DanceThe dancers carry calacas (artistic skeletons),
pretending that the souls are visiting and doing a dance. The drums
are the most important part of the music associated with the
supernatural to cause vitality and rhythm.
CalacasCalacas are skeletons used by dancers and are always used
for the decoration of the Offering and on fireplaces. They are made
by artists and are sold for decoration.
Calacas
CatrinaCatrina is the most recognizable symbol for Day of the
Dead. She is now a calacas and was painted by Jos Guadalupe Posada,
a famous artist from Mexico.
