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The Day of the Dead altar is a pre-hispanic tradition that has lasted throughout the years. ... Black: is for the pre-Hispanic religions and land of the dead Purple: is from the Catholic calendar to signify pain, suffering, grief, and mourning Pink: for celebration White: for purity and hope Yellow and Orange: the marigold, the sun and light Red: for the Christians, it is the blood of Jesus, and for the indigenous, the lifeblood of humans and animals. ... The light of the candle will illuminate the way for the dead upon their return. ... · Next: A burner is placed with the scent known as copal, which helps to clear a path for the dead soul by whisking away the bad spirits. ... They are a representation of the dead, their occupations, hobbies or things that they can be remembered for. |
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Title: Day of The Dead
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