What is a Mexican Jesus?

The Niño Dios (literally Child God) of Mexico is a tradition of venerating the Child Jesus in Mexico which has taken root from the time it was introduced in the 16th century and then synchronized with pre-Hispanic elements to form some unique traditions.

What did the cross symbolize to the Spanish?

In medieval Spain the cross represented Christian efforts against the Muslims and Jews, both of whom easily identified this image as a hostile force.

What is El Niño Jesus?

In Christianity, Jesus is the Son of God and in mainstream Christian denominations he is God the Son, the second person in the Trinity. He is believed to be the Jewish messiah (the Christ) who is prophesied in the Hebrew Bible, which is called the Old Testament in Christianity.

Is the cross a sword?

The cross—a symbol of God’s love—literally became a sword. The church must understand the Jewish people’s prophetic role in the unfolding redemptive purposes of God in these last days.

What does the black Santa Muerte mean?

Black candles are presented to Santa Muerte’s altars that drug traffickers used to ensure protection from violence of rival gangs as well as ensure harm to their enemies in gangs and law enforcement.

Where is the birth of Jesus?

Bethlehem
Bethlehem lies 10 kilometres south of the city of Jerusalem, in the fertile limestone hill country of the Holy Land. Since at least the 2nd century AD people have believed that the place where the Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem, now stands is where Jesus was born.

When and where was Jesus born?

Jesus was born circa 6 B.C. in Bethlehem. His mother, Mary, was a virgin who was betrothed to Joseph, a carpenter. Christians believe Jesus was born through Immaculate Conception. His lineage can be traced back to the house of David.

What does an upside down sword mean?

When the sword points downward, tip toward the ground, it symbolizes the handing over of power and victory.

Are swords meant to look like crosses?

Cruciform sword The overall shape of the sword when held point down is that of a cross. It is believed this shape was encouraged by the church to remind Knights of their religion.