the Christmas He is one of The most important celebrations around the world There are different rituals around it. One of them Burn the devilWhich marks the beginning of the Christmas season and Christmas celebrations Virgin of the Immaculate Conception in Guatemala.
this rite The day is over December 7th every yearWhich begins shortly after sunset at one o’clock in the afternoon 6:00 PM (local time) It is performed by burning a type of piñata that has the shape of an A SatanAccording to National Geographic.
the tradition It has a special meaning For Guatemalans, it is done in honor Feast of the Virgin Mary, who was conceived without spotpatron saint of Guatemala City.
Burn the devil It represents the victory of faith over evil, Its origins are believed to date back to colonial times, when lanterns and fires were lit outside homes in the area. Days of spiritual celebration.
This could have been mixed with Guatemalan folk beliefs Which indicated that Satan He was walking between houses and I chased the residents.
Many are used to it Burn your trash on Christmas Eve to purify your home From evil spirits over time They incorporated the piñata Or cardboard figures in the shape of a devil.
Burning the Devil is an imitation of that It is held on the eve of the Virgin Mary’s Immaculate Conception DayFor Guatemalans, it is part of… Religious calendar Related The birth of baby JesusAccording to Learn Guatemala.
he Set fire to the devil figure It has become a representation of energy purification and a way to prepare believers for Christmas arrives.
“By tradition, fire It will turn all household impurities into ashesso that only pure and good souls remain, before December 25“, He says Telemundo.
For some believers, it is also a ritual Leave behind what happened Throughout the year, starting a new cycle.
As the years go by Tradition has been transformed Some Guatemalans assign the character of Satan to certain personalities or entities they consider to be the devil It has harmed the populationSuch as violence or corruption.
in the beginning, Devotees set fire to garbage and other debris, such as straw, cardboard and branches, over time Demonic figures several meters tall were created And thus they increased Recommended safety measures By the authorities.
In addition Burn the devil It should always be handled by an adult because it poses multiple risks, according to Guatemala Social SecurityThe following must be followed Recommendations: