The Penitentes of New Mexico

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Exploring the interconnections between the santero folk art, the Penitente Brotherhood, and their religious hymns, this study highlights the cultural and spiritual significance of these elements in New Mexico's Hispano heritage. The author, with deep roots in this tradition, emphasizes that the devotional beauty of these practices is inseparable, showcasing how they have been preserved and passed down through generations in Spanish folk tradition.