Dia de los muertos

1. DIA DE LOS MUERTOS

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EL DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS EN MÉXICO
(Day of The Dead in the Mexican Tradition)
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3. Have you ever asked why is The Day of The Dead celebrated?

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Have you ever
asked why is The
Day of The Dead
celebrated?

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Whoa!
The Day of the Dead, celebrated on November 1 and 2, is a Mexican celebration
honoring the dead that dates back to the pre-Hispanic era and, after the arrival of the
Spanish, blended with Catholic observances for the faithful departed.
In fact, UNESCO named it an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2008.
Explore its origins and discover the elements that make up this beloved Mexican
celebration.
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5. El Dia de los Muertos

Also known as
All Souls Day,
observed by the
Catholic Church,
for a holiday to
remember the
faithful
departed.
● A day of celebrating and remembering the deceased
loved ones, friends and family.
● The holiday is held on November 1, Dia de los Inocentes,
for infants and children and November 2, Dia for adults.
● This is a festival for the ancestors who are dead
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6. Origen del Día de Muertos.

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7. Origins

Mictecacihual is
from Aztec
mythology the
queen of Miclan,
ruling over the
underworld in the
afterlife, The Lady
of the Dead.
● The Origins can be traced back thousands of years.
● All cultures across the globe have some type of festival for
the dead.
● The Aztecs dedicated their celebration to the goddess
Mictecacihual, the Lady of the Dead.
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● Day of the Dead is not just November 2. To talk about Mexico’s greatest tradition is to
talk about the pre-Hispanic roots of the Mexican people, the history, and the
mysticism behind the symbolism found in every altar and offering.
● In pre-Hispanic times, death was considered another stage in the cycle of life. It
was the beginning of the journey to Mictlán, the realm of the dead. This was not
the only destination for many; depending on the cause of their death, they were sent
to different levels where they could enjoy their eternal rest.
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● But it was not until the arrival of the conquistadors, who introduced their faith and
customs, that these gave way to strong pre-Hispanic beliefs. This gave rise to what
we know today as the Day of the Dead.

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The Day of the Dead celebration
begins in the last week of October and
ends during the first few days of
November. The dates tend to vary
depending on local customs in each
state, but generally, the Day of the
Dead is celebrated in the following
order:
● October 28: The souls of those who died
suddenly or in an accident are
welcomed.
October 29: For those who drowned
.October 30: For those who have been
forgotten.
October 31: For those who are in limbo.
November 1: For the “Little Angels”
(children).
November 2: For adult souls.

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● The Day of the Dead altar is made up of basic elements whose profound
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significance has made it one of the most important parts of the celebration;
it is believed that the souls return to enjoy the dishes, taste the fruit, and
admire the marigold flowers offered to them.
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● Photographs of the deceased. It’s very common to place portraits of loved ones
who are no longer with us. However, we suggest putting up some of your favorite
photos.
● Incense or copal. The smoke released by copal or incense serves as an olfactory
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its life sleeping.
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and will head towards it,
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● Marigold. This fluffy-looking flower is also known as the “flower of
twenty petals.” It is used mainly for decoration or to create paths that
guide the spirits of our deceased loved ones.
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temperatures, where they
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probably spent ten years of
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looking for water.

16. Traditions

Earth is
represented by
the good, the
souls are believed
to be fed by the
aroma of the food.
Water given to
quench the thirst
for the long
journey to the
altar.
● The day of the dead is a combination of Christian and preHispanic traditions.
● The Altar is the a main component
● Four major parts: Earth, water, air and fire.
● Each are symbolic and have strong ties to the afterlife.
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17. Traditions

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Air is represented
by paper, typically
bright colored
tissue paper. Fire
is represented by
the candle for
each one is
representative of a
soul and an extra
one for the
forgotten soul and
flowers.

18. TERRA: La comida (Food)

● Pan de Muertos - Loaves of bread shaped like people
and are used as an ofrenda.
● Mole - A spicy sauce spread on chicken that is part of
Mexican cooking.
● Tamales - A mixture of cornmeal, meat, spice, and
chicken wrapped around corn husks. These are also
used as part of an ofrenda.
● Atole - a Mexican drink made out of corn flour
dissolved in water or milk.
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19. TERRA: La comida (Food)

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TERRA: La comida (Food)
Typical foods found on Day of the Dead altars are
chocolate, fruit, favorite foods of the deceased,
mole (a thick sauce made from chilies), tamales,
atole (an ancient drink made from cornmeal &
water), water (for the thirsty souls after their
long journey), and traditional liquors.
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Tamales consist of corn masa
filled with shredded meat,
vegetables or fruit, then
wrapped with corn husks and
steamed or baked.
Many consider Mole to be the
national dish of Mexico. It
features a unique blend of
flavors and spices including
chile powder, nuts, and believe
it or not, chocolate!

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Pan de muertos
Pan de muertos (bread of the dead) is a traditional food
served on the Day of the Dead. The sweet loaves are
decorated with crossed bones and sprinkled with sugar.
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Sugar skulls
The skulls are made out of a sugar-almond paste that is made with refined sugar, egg whites,
and lime juice. The paste is pressed into molds similar to the process of molding clay. The skulls
are then decorated with pastel icing and foil decorations. These skulls are also treats for
children during this festival.
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Sugar skulls
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The bright colors that are used are to show the celebration of the dead and the love
and happiness associated with the holiday.

25. AQUA: Las bebidas

• Atole: A warm, comforting pre-Hispanic drink made from
toasted corn masa, water or milk, sugar, and cinnamon.
• Champurrado: A rich, thick chocolate version of atole
made with Mexican chocolate.
• Hot Chocolate (Chocolate Mexicano): Often spiced with
cinnamon and sometimes spiked (con piquete) with a shot
of rum or brandy.
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• Water and Juices: Fresh fruit juices, sodas, and plain
water are placed on altars to quench the thirst of spirits
after their long journey.

26. AQUA: Las bebidas

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27. AER: El papel picado

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AER: El papel picado
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Papel Picado is the traditional
Mexican art of cut paper. Artists use
a hammer and chisel to “punch”
designs out of stacks of colored
tissue paper--up to 50 layers thick.
Designs can portray people, animals,
flowers, lettering, and lattice-work.
Many papel picado are made especially
for the Day of the Dead. The papel
picado made for this festival include
skeletal figures engaging in everyday
activities of the living. Individual
banners are strung together to
create festive and colorful
decorations for the celebration.
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29. IGNIS: Las velas

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30. IGNIS: candles are lit to guide the souls to their altars

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Cempasuchil – marigold-like flower.
Bright color attracts the spirits back to
their home.

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Flor de Nube - Flower of the
clouds which are placed on
altars created for children.
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35. Calaveritas literarias

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Literary calaveritas are written in verse or, as the
cartoonist “Rius” would say, they’re laconic epitaphepigrams.
They began to be written during the 19th century and
became very popular in the 20th. They’re written to
talk about death with a good sense of humor. We
usually dedicate them to people close to us, though
they’re also used to explore social and historical
themes.

36. Calaveritas literarias

Con su café siempre está,
sin descanso ni parar,
la Catrina vino a llevarlo,
pero él se quedó a charlar.
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Translated, it reads:
He’s always with his coffee,
never stopping for a rest,
La Catrina came to take him,
but he stayed to chat, no less.
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37. Calaveritas literarias

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46. Muchas Gracias!

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47. Referencias

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debes saber sobre la
celebración del Día de Muertos
en México. Recuperado el 15
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Condo Hotels Playa del
Carmen. (2018). Día de
Muertos, la tradición más
grande de México.
Recuperado el 15 de octubre
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https://www.eltaj.com/es/diade-muertos-mexico/
México Desconocido. (2018).
Día de Muertos en México,
qué es, significado y origen.
Recuperado el 15 de octubre
de 2020, en:
https://www.mexicodesconocid
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