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History of Christmas in Mexico |
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History of Christmas in Mexico originated during in the 17th Century by the native poinsettias. The Mexico Christmas History researches figure out Fray Pedro de Gante, a Spanish missionary as the harbinger of Christmas in Mexico in 1538. The Colonial settlers celebrated Christmas with great mirth and joy. Touches of flowers
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and feathers and teachings from the Bible held an integral part in the celebration. Christmas in Mexico is also termed Navidad - the nativity.
There are wonderful legends associated with the History of Christmas in Mexico. The tradition of offering flowers to Lord begins from the story of a young boy named Pablo. Unable to afford a gift for Jesus he picked some weeds from the road side that miraculously turned into scarlet star shapes (poinsettia) when he offered them on the alter.
The Holiday fiesta in Mexico begins on December 16th with the las posadas. It is a nine night series of processions enacting Joseph and Mary’s journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem and search for shelter for the baby to be born. The procession is fragmented in to two groups- the pilgrims and the innkeepers. The Pilgrims’ enquire from inns to inns for a shelter until they find the manger. A Christmas manger scene called nacimiento is set up in every home and public place. As the pilgrims reach the manger a holy prayer is enchanted and the merrymaking begins. After the last posada is over people joins the Midnight mass. Finally they welcome Christmas day with a jubilant medley of bells, whistles and firecrackers. The festivity continues till December 6, The Three Kings Day.
The Holiday History of Mexico refers to some specific dramas called pastorela. These are actually the Mexican version of Europe’s medieval Miracle Plays. These plays were performed in the countryside and included the activities of pastors or shepherds.
The History of Christmas in Mexico also highlights the wonderful pageantries of Christmas celebration. Pinata breaking ceremonies, bullfights, rodeos and parades enhance the celebration.
For an exhaustive recap on History of Christmas in Mexico go through the pages of Christmas Carnivals.
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