17/04/2022 01:28 (UTC)

Ancient statues of Jesus Christ worshipped with candles in western Mexican town

San Miguel Hidalgo, Apr 16 (EFE).- Four centuries-old statues of Christ were venerated with candles by dozens of families in the town of San Miguel Hidalgo (western Mexico) early Saturday morning. They see this tradition as a way to strengthen their faith and venerate the death of Jesus Christ.

The night of Good Friday becomes a celebration in San Martín de Hidalgo in the state of Jalisco, combining festivity and Catholic piety. (Camera: JOSE LUIS GONZALEZ).

SHOT LIST: THE STATUES OF JESUS CHRISTS ARE WORSHIPPED WITH CANDLES EARLY SATURDAY MORNING IN THE TOWN OF SAN MIGUEL HIDALGO, WESTERN MEXICO.

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Date: 17/04/2022 12:00 (UTC)
Credit: EFE
Source: EFE
Topic: Religion and belief » Religious festival or holiday » Easter
Religion and belief
Type: Rough cut
Duration: 249 seconds
Reference: 7001160257
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