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Semana Santa, Guatemala
What happens during Semana Santa?
What happens in Semana Santa? During Semana Santa, Catholics in Spain celebrate Holy Week through traditions that commemorate the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. Each day of Holy Week has its own traditions, such as processions in the streets, bringing olive branches to church, etc.
Where does Semana Santa come from?
Semana Santa (Easter) in Spain dates back to the 16th century, when the Catholic Church decided to make the story of the Passion of Christ into a story that ordinary people could not only participate in, but fully understand and engage with. become
What religion celebrates Semana Santa?
Catholics
Semana Santa, also known as Holy Week, is celebrated by Catholics to commemorate the Passion of Jesus Christ, his suffering and death on the cross. During the week, religious brothers and confraternities hold penitential services in the streets of almost every town and city in Spain.
How is La Semana Santa celebrated in Spain?
Religious processions are the main part of Semana Santa. These last all week and involve many people parading through the streets in colorful costumes, carrying huge floats and mourning the death of Christ. Brass bands and drummers also accompany.
Why is Semana Santa so important?
1 - Semana Santa commemorates the Passion of Christ in the Catholic tradition and is celebrated a week before Easter. 2- This is a big annual celebration in Spain, Portugal and most Latin American countries.