Posadas are part of a centuries-long tradition that recreates Mary and Joseph's search for a place where the baby Jesus could be born. But in Mexico City, they have become just a reason to party.
This NPR article focuses on the struggle to preserve the authentic spiritual meaning of the Mexican Christmas tradition posadas in Mexico City.
While posadas originally reenact Mary and Joseph's search for shelter, the article highlights how they have become commercialized and transformed into mere celebrations.
One woman is dedicated to bringing back the tradition's religious origins and reminding people of its deeper significance.
This NPR article focuses on the struggle to preserve the authentic spiritual meaning of the Mexican Christmas tradition posadas in Mexico City. While posadas originally reenact Mary and Joseph's search for shelter, the article highlights how they have become commercialized and transformed into mere celebrations. One woman is dedicated to bringing back the tradition's religious origins and reminding people of its deeper significance.
