Virgin of Guadalupe in 17th Century New Spain

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The Story of Guadalupe [Juan Diego says:] Am I just dreaming…. Where am I?.... Is it in the land of the flowers, the land of plentiful crops, the place of which our ancient forefathers used to speak? Is this the land of heaven?” (p. 63) Her [the Virgin of Guadalupe’s] precious face, which is perfectly wondrous, is courtly and somewhat dark; her precious torso is such that she appears to be a person of humility … (p. 89) [The Virgin of Guadalupe said] “I greatly wish and desire that they build my temple for me here, where I will manifest, make known, and give to people all my love, compassion, aid, and protection.

The Story of Guadalupe: Luis Laso De La Vegas Huei Tlamahuiçoltica of 1649.

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Explain one cause of European maritime expansion before 1600.

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Briefly explain how the Virgin of Guadalupe's image and story, as depicted in the Huei Tlamahuiçoltica, reflect the cultural and religious syncretism in 17th-century New Spain.

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Briefly list and explain another specific example of religious syncretism New World during the 17th century.

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