EL JEFE RUBEN |
LAND OF THE PENITENTES LAND OF TRADITION |
Land of the Penitentes is a 279-page softcover book that contains over 100 black and white photographs and illustrations, some dating back as early as 1920. Several of the photographs depict the Penitente processions, their ritual garb and instruments such as the disciplinas (whips) used during self-flagellation, and their places of worship called moradas in Spanish. This book is based on the author's family Penitente journals, interviews of Penitentes, and personal experiences. The text and pictures document their secret physical rituals during Holy Week, and their humble, everyday lives serving their Church, their Brotherhood, and their families. During his presentations the author dispels rumors that the Penitente Brotherhood is a sadistic cult or that it is tied to Opus Dei, recently made popular in the book and movie titled "The Da Vinci Code". This publication also presents a unique history of the communities, notable characters, and even Lenten meals and recipes typical of the southern Colorado and northern New Mexico Penitente area. Retail price $ 22.95 |