Organization, Customs, and Social Activities: The Case of Holy Week

Abstract

Holy Week in Los Fresnos, La Perla, Veracruz, Mexico, goes beyond the religious aspect. This small town with fewer than a thousand inhabitants exhibit exemplary organization as it has collaborated with another town for over two decades. These traditions are passed down from generation to generation, adapting and improving over time. The study is based on participant observation, photographs, and notes, as well as data provided by the elderly members of the community. This demonstrates that Holy Week involves social, economic, and individual practices within a specific context, not limited solely to the religious aspect.