The Umbanda Day
The Caboclo of the Seven Crossroads, performed by Zélio Fernandino de Moraes on November 15, 1908, was the first registered case of Umbanda without kardecista or candomblé influence.
Customs and traditions around the world
Embark on an enthralling journey through the world of Customs and Traditions, the foundational pillars that define a people’s cultural identity. From age-old festivities to ancestral rituals, experience the richness and diversity that connect us as human beings. Each tradition is a link in the chain of time, a window into the collective soul that invites us to understand and celebrate our roots.
Day of the Dead Offerings in Mexico
Due to the importance of this holiday, the Day of the Dead is one of the most significant celebrations in Mexican culture. It is celebrated throughout Mexico on November 1 and 2 and one of the most popular customs is to make an offering in their honor.
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Chinese mid-autumn festival
The Mid-Autumn Festival traditionally brings Chinese families together to watch the full moon and eat the famous round stuffed buns. It is celebrated on August 15 of the lunar calendar, which coincides with September 10, 2022.
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Hungry Ghost Festival 2022
Ghost month is a curious holiday celebrated in many Asian countries, especially those of Taoist and Buddhist traditions, such as China and Japan. It is commemorated during the seventh month of the lunar calendar.
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The Forgotten Magi: A Tale of Sacrifice, Devotion, and Redemption
While three Wise Men are celebrated in history for their journey to meet the Messiah, there is a lesser-known but equally influential legend: that of the Fourth Magi King. His odyssey, full of sacrifices, detours, and acts of kindness, teaches us that value is not found in riches, but in unconditional love and compassion for others.
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Day of the Dead, a Spanish invention?
The Day of the Dead celebration is mainly a Catholic holiday, says Elsa Malvido, researcher and professor at the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH), because it is based on the syncretism of pre-Hispanics and Spaniards.
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Hanal Pixan Mexico
Hanal Pixan is a custom that dates back to before the arrival of the Spaniards, as much as the existence of Palenque, Montealban, or Jaina, a Mayan necropolis in Campeche. According to tradition, the souls of the departed wander the earth from October 31 to November 2 to experience once a year the comforts and pleasures they enjoyed during their earthly life
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