The Virgin of Guadalupe. Has become important symbol for Mexican heritage.

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The Virgin of Guadalupe

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The Virgin of Guadalupe

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Has become important symbol for Mexican heritage

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Our Lady of Guadalupe, Extremadura, Spain

• Shrine for Mary in Spain

• Extremadura was home of many conquistadors, including Hernan Cortes

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Guadalupe Basilica, Mexico City

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Has “Indian” features? What do you think?

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Traditional European Images

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Mexican revolutionaries would use symbol in 1800s

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God painting the tilma

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So, what do you think?

• Do you think Juan Diego was being truthful? Why or why not?

• Is it important that the Virgin appeared to an Indian instead of a European? Why or why not?

• Was the Virgin of Guadalupe depicted with Indian features on purpose in order to appeal to Indians? Does it matter?

• Was the Virgin of Guadalupe simply a newer representation of ancient Aztec gods?