Origin
Who reported the first vision of the Virgin of Guadalupe?
Juan Diego
Many Mexican American women say they pray more to Guadalupe than to _____
God
Guadalupe is often associated with which Aztec goddess?
Tonantzin
Guadalupe became a symbol of Mexican _______
Independence
Catholics believe this ritual, which includes bread and wine becoming the Body and Blood of Christ, is the central sacrament.
Eucharist, Holy Communion
On what hill did she appear, previously sacred to the Aztec goddess Tonantzin?
Tepeyac Hill
Why do women often find Guadalupe more approachable than God?
Open Ended!
She is seen as compassionate, forgiving, and maternal.
What Catholic figure is she officially considered?
The Virgin Mary, Mother of God
Which U.S. movement in the 1960s–70s used her as a unifying figure?
The Chicano Movement
Catholics traditionally observe this period of fasting, prayer, and penance for 40 days before Easter.
What miraculous sign appeared on Juan Diego’s cloak?
The image of the Virgin, plus roses in winter
What scholar studied Mexican American women’s devotion to Guadalupe?
María del Socorro Castañeda-Liles
What does “syncretism” mean?
The blending of two or more religious traditions into one practice or symbol
How do immigrant rights activists use Guadalupe today?
As a cultural and spiritual icon for justice and unity
This practice involves confessing sins to a priest, receiving absolution, and doing penance.
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)
In what time period was Guadalupe declared patron saint of New Spain? (1600s, 1700s, 1800s)
1700s
1746 to be exact
What concept did Robert Orsi use to describe devotion passed from mothers to daughters?
Devotional Triangle
Name two indigenous symbols in her image.
Standing on the moon; sun rays behind her; wearing indigenous-style dress
Why might her meaning differ for an elderly grandmother vs. a college student activist?
Generational and educational differences (personal devotion vs. political symbol)
Catholics honor this prayer to Mary that uses beads and meditates on the mysteries of Christ’s life.
Rosary
Why is Guadalupe often portrayed with brown skin and indigenous features?
To reflect indigenous identity and make her relatable to colonized people
Give one example of how women show everyday devotion to Guadalupe.
Carrying her image in their wallet/bra, maintaining home altars, praying to her in crises
Name two Catholic symbols in her image.
Angel at her feet; halo of light; folded hands in prayer
What makes Guadalupe unique compared to other saints in Catholicism?
She is simultaneously a national symbol, a religious figure, and a cultural icon
This Catholic teaching describes the bread and wine at Mass becoming the actual Body and Blood of Christ while still appearing as bread and wine.
Transubstantiation