Festividad del Corpus

Abstract

The image contains a news article describing how mayors Manuel Antonio Arrubas and Francisco Urquinaona solemnly organized the Corpus Christi celebration in Bogotá. The women actively participated, including angels and decorative floats. It also criticizes nations and doctrines that do not venerate the sacrament or images. This account reflects the religious and cultural fervor of the time. It highlights the importance of religious and political fidelity in Colombia, differentiating between true and false believers. It mentions religious and political institutions as fundamental pillars and calls on citizens to fulfill their duties and covenants, criticizing hypocrisy and promoting sincere devotion. It reflects the tensions and values ​​of the time. This article was published in El Chasqui Bogotano on June 3, 1827.