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January 18, 2007

Esquipulas

Filed under: GUATEMALA

Faith without borders in Esquipulas, Chiquimula. During the month of january, there is a proverb that is heard more than the others.  The proverb is "All the roads lead to Esquipulas".  During january, the Black Christ is venerated by people from all over the country and also by catholics from Central America, Mexico, United States and Canada.  The Black Christ is considered to be miraculous by its many faithful followers.  Esquipulas was founded between 1560 and 1570.  The image of the Black Christ was sculpted by Quirio Catano in 1594.

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  1. ola soy mario naci en guatemala vivo en conecticud, estados unidos, arriba la fe.

    Comment by mario — October 7, 2008 @ 12:06 31

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