Traditions

TRADITIONS
AROUND THE
WORLD
Teacher: Dora hurtado
Student: Edwin
Sanchez
Mexico
Day of the Dead
What is the meaning of Day
of the Dead?
The Day of the Dead is a Mexican tradition that unites towns and each
person in Mexico and is a celebration that occurs between the first and
second days of November.
Although for many this idea may sound somewhat strange just thinking
about it, according to Jean Chevalier's Dictionary of Symbols, 'Death has, in
fact, several meanings. Liberating from sorrows and worries, it is not an end
in itself; It opens access to the realm of the spirit, to true life: mors janua
vitae (death the door of life). In a dark sense, it symbolizes the profound
change that man undergoes as a result of initiation. The profane must die to
be reborn to the higher life that initiation confers. If he does not die in his
state of imperfection, he is prohibited from all initiatory progress. Life and
death seen from a cosmogonic point are cycles that mark endings and
beginnings, so it is not surprising that in the case of Mexico this is seen as a
party, since it is not goodbye, but a 'see you later' .
What is the meaning of Day
of the Dead?
That is why with great devotion, shortly before the end of October, a large
number of homes in Mexico separate a table or a small piece of furniture to
put an altar of the dead that includes photos of those who have crossed the
threshold of death, and showing them that both in their homes and in their
hearts they continue to be remembered by something that extends to the
first days of November. They put out the traditional bread of the dead,
sweets, chopped paper of different colors, fruits, sugar skulls, water because
it is suspected that it has come a long way, marigold flowers and others in
purple tones known as moco de turkey or manta de candela. If possible, add
what the person liked most in life and of course, candles to light the way;
There are also the finishing touches: the 'china paper' that normally ranges
between orange, purple and black.
USA
Thanksgiving Day
What is the meaning
Thanksgiving Day?
Thanksgiving Day is a celebration of Christian origin and a holiday known
throughout the world, which is celebrated annually in the United States and
Canada to give thanks for the blessings received during the year, bringing
families together. to prepare and enjoy a hearty dinner with turkey as the
protagonist and main dish.
Thanksgiving Day is a variable date, as it is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in
November.
The origins of Thanksgiving in Canada date back to early 17th century New
France, celebrating the end of the harvest season and sharing their food with
the region's Aboriginal people. This custom became a tradition with the arrival
of European immigrants to Canada, from the Irish, Scots and Germans.
Nowadays it is a celebration practiced mainly in North America and Canada. It
has spread to Latin American nations such as Puerto Rico, where there is a
strong North American influence.
What does Thanksgiving
Day?
The celebration of Thanksgiving Day is a holiday of Christian origin typical of the United
States and Canada in which thanksgiving was given for the harvest. This tradition has
continued to this day. It focuses on giving thanks to God for all the blessings received during
the year, gathering family and friends to share a banquet. The typical dish is roast or baked
turkey.
In the United States this holiday is celebrated in all homes and is considered a non working
day:
-Family gatherings are generally held at the home of the oldest relative, with the preparation
of a dinner or banquet and a prayer of thanks to God for the blessings received during the
year.
-The traditional dinner dish consists of a roasted and baked turkey, served with corn,
mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and gravy, served with apple pie. or pumpkins.
Brazil
Rio de Janeiro's carnival
What is the meaning Rio de
Janeiro's carnival?
The Rio Carnival lasts four days in which Samba schools come together to
compete, and where the city receives visitors from all over the world, dressing
in a single color, joy! The city itself participates in the celebration, by this we
mean that during Carnival time the festivities involve people of all ages and
social classes, which makes it an event that promotes inclusion.
The Carnival begins at the Marques de Sapucaí Sambódromo, with the opening
of the celebration through the coronation of King Momo by the prefect, who
hands over the keys to the city.
The main event will be the parade at the Sambadrome by the Samba schools.
However, we can find countless street events and private parties for all tastes.
At the Rio Carnival fun is guaranteed
The central nucleus around which the Rio de
Janeiro Carnival revolves is the Samba Schools. It is
one of the most democratizing elements of this
party, since men, women, boys and girls from
different social strata of the same neighborhood
come together to make up one of the most
diverse teams made up of designers,
choreographers, dancers, makeup artists. More 100
schools parade during the five days that the
Carnival lasts along the 700 meters of the
Sambadrome. In its stands, in addition to 75,000
spectators, the jury watches, responsible for
awarding the score to each of the performances
that will give rise to the expected annual ranking,
where the winning school of the contest is
established.
China
Chinese New Year
What is the meaning
Chinese New Year?
In China, the festivities are known as Spring Festival or Lunar New
Year. Precisely, they begin with the second moon after the winter
solstice, a date that can range from the end of January to mid-
February in the Gregorian calendar.
Nor is a single day celebrated. Chinese New Year celebrations

begin on the first day of the first lunar month in the Chinese
calendar and last for 15 days, when the full moon arrives. It is a time
when families usually gather and travel long distances to get home
to see their loved ones. The tradition was threatened two years in a
row by the coronavirus. For many, this is the only opportunity of
the year they have to return home and bring bags of gifts.
As it is celebrated?
A large family reunion dinner is usually held on Lunar New Year's Eve, which this year falls on
February 9.
The menu is carefully chosen to include dishes associated with luck, including fish (the Chinese
word also sounds like “surplus”), puddings (symbolizes advancement), and foods that look like gold
ingots (like dumplings).
In China, the foods served at these classic dinners vary from north to south. For example, northern
Chinese tend to eat dumplings and noodles, while southern Chinese cannot live without steamed
rice.
But no matter what dishes you prefer, Lunar New Year meals are a feast of puns.
Each of the 15 days that make up the celebration has its own traditions. On Chinese New Year's
Eve, for example, families gather to have dinner together.
The tradition of launching fireworks comes from the custom of lighting bamboo stalks to ward off
evil spirits, such as the half-dragon, half-lion monster "Nian", which according to legend comes out
of hiding on the Lunar New Year to attack people .
And the Lunar New Year ends with the Lantern Festival, celebrated at night with parades and
displays of decorated lanterns. The main event of this day is the Dragon Dance: beautiful dragons
made of paper, silk and bamboo are held above the heads and appear to dance during the parade.
Each country has its own customs and traditions Traditions and customs,
and as we advance, they change over time, as a result of the new
experiences and knowledge of the society of our ancestors, due to their
needs, beliefs and influences which They try to be preserved and put into
practice every year.
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