Editorial photo #13530534 Religion and Belief
Judas Procession In Mexico
Residents in southern Mexico City participate in a procession wearing devil masks as part of Holy Week celebrations on Holy Thursday. The tradition, known as the Judas Dance, was promoted by Don Victor, a migrant from Michoacan who arrived in the area over 40 years ago. Participants dressed as devils use whips and wear shorts or skirts, striking each other as a form of atonement. The neighborhood, celebrating its 55th anniversary, was established on volcanic rocks from the Xitle Volcano eruption 1,700 years ago. The first inhabitants were migrants from various Mexican states, including leaders of organizations advocating for land, water, and housing rights. (Photo by Gerardo Vieyra/NurPhoto)
