Day of the Dead celebrations recognize death as a natural part of the human experience, a continuum with birth, childhood, and growing up to become a contributing member of the community. It is during this time the souls of those who have departed return to provide council or advise loved ones.Īssured that the dead would be insulted by mourning or sadness, Dia de los Muertos celebrates the lives of the deceased with food, drink, parties, and activities the dead enjoyed in life. It befins on November 1 (All Saints Day or “el Dia de los innnocentes” which honors children who have departed) and runs through November 2 (All Souls Day, which honors adults) 1. The celebration is more than a single day’s event though. Día de los Muertos is a longstanding tradition in Latin American countries though it is primarily associated with Mexico in popular culture.
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