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Penitentes rezagados
JUAN CARLOS HERVÁS MARTÍNEZ
Media ID 34517926
Nazarenos Penitentes Semanasanta Sevilla Cruces Cultura
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This evocative photograph captures the solemn procession of Penitentes Rezagados during Semana Santa, or Holy Week, in Sevilla, Spain. The Penitentes, members of various brotherhoods or cofradias, are seen carrying heavy and ornate floats bearing the images of Christ and the Virgin Mary. Dressed in traditional Nazarene robes and pointed hoods, they bear the crosses and self-flagellate as an act of penance and devotion. The image was taken during the procession, one of the most emotionally charged moments of the Holy Week celebrations in Sevilla. The penitents move slowly through the streets, surrounded by the hushed silence of the crowd, who have gathered to witness this powerful display of faith and tradition. The cruces, or crosses, carried by the penitentes are intricately decorated with gold leaf and precious stones, reflecting the deep devotion and wealth of the cofradias. The crosses, along with the floats and the penitents themselves, are meticulously crafted works of art that have been passed down through generations. Semana Santa in Sevilla is a unique and deeply moving experience, a testament to the rich cultural and religious heritage of Spain. This photograph captures the essence of this powerful and moving tradition, a moment of profound faith and devotion that transcends time and speaks to the human spirit.
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