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By Madeline Lank
SYNCRETIC ELEMENTS
Ambiguous originscould derive from Mictecacihuatl (Aztec goddess) or La Parca (Spanish grim reaper) Most elements taken from European and Christian beliefs
Masses, prayers, rosaries, baptisms, weddings, novenas, exorcisms, cleansings Grim reaper iconography / Virgin iconography
Other Elements
Lighting of votive candles to commune (different colors for different desires) Changing the robe of the altar figurine Altar offerings, includes sweets, bread, tobacco, money, alcohol, flowers, and water