El sermón de soledad del Viernes Santo por la noche

Abstract

The image contains a news report about the Good Friday sermon of Solitude at the Cathedral, highlighting how the devotees arrive early to secure a good spot and bring mats and mattresses to spend the night comfortably. It also mentions the diversity of people who attend, from different ages, professions, and virtues, creating a unique atmosphere during Holy Week. An incident that occurred during a religious sermon is described. The author mentions that, due to disturbances and a negative personal experience (beatings and theft of belongings), the sermon had low attendance. He also criticizes the devout people for not being able to hear the divine message and suggests the implementation of a police force to prevent future disorders. This is an interesting reflection of the social and religious dynamics of the time. It describes Marian devotion in the month of May, also known as the "month of flowers," and how this religious practice was promoted with great fervor by the Jesuits. Furthermore, it details the historical difficulties they faced in establishing this tradition, highlighting its importance in the religious and social community. News published in El Estudiante on June 4, 1848.