One of the significant links was the United Fruit Company, which imported tropical fruits to the United States. Another version is that on December 7, 1857, Monsignor Giordano Carranza asked La Purisima celebrants, "Quién causa tanta alegría?" Blue and white balloons are blown up, twisted together and hung to line the walls above head level. Celebration of La Purisima with altars to the Blessed Mother remains a vital and significant tradition in New Orleans' Nicaraguan community. Inspiration, empowerment, and entertainment for forward-thinking Latinas. This will go on until the gifts run out or there are no more singers. Everything from sugar cane to bags of rice and beans and other staples, fresh juices and other traditional drinks, local sweets and sometimes even toys and noisemakers for the little ones. Several years ago, the organizers held an altar competition outside of the churches. Regardless of nationality, the first generation is the most involved with customs from their native country. Los fines de semana extendidos es una política del gobierno con resultados positivos, pues el turismo nacional ayuda a dinamizar la economía familiar, afirmó Anasha Campbell, directora ejecutiva del Intur. Many hosts at Purisimas will print out small booklets for attendees where they’ll find the lyrics to every tune. is frequently heard and answered by the crowd "La Concepcion de Maria!" But you don’t have to be Catholic to enjoy the celebration. Yesterday, December the 7 th was the celebration of La Gritería in Nicaragua. In one section of the country, the people travel by boat to visit altars built upon the lake's islands. The dresses, imported from Nicaragua, are bright with hand-embroidered images depicting the flora and fauna of Nicaragua. The Church played a vital role in helping them establish a new home and connect with other Nicaraguan immigrants, but December 7 was just a regular day on the church calendar. As the first song concludes, the organizers emerge from the kitchen and begin distributing the first gift. Alfredo Narvaez explains that this is welcome as are gifts that people send to be placed upon the altar. The common shout is: "Quién causa tanta alegría?" According to the most recent census in 2000, 3685 Nicaraguan immigrants live in Louisiana. Managua, primera semana de diciembre. You see in the faces the happiness from their memories." One year, a flag read "Nicaragua es [is] Maria; Maria es Nicaragua" symbolizing the cultural role of the Virgin Mary and her connection with the identity of the country. of Culture, Recreation & Tourism, Louisiana Folklife Program, PO Box 44247, Baton Rouge, LA 70804, tel 225-342-8180. Imagine ‘La Purísima’ like this: a richly decorated altar is place… 6:00 p.m. Inician las fiestas religiosas en honor a la Purísima Concepción de María en todo Nicaragua. In Nicaragua, the altars are competitions between neighbors, streets, neighborhoods, and cities. Believing it was divine intervention that caused the return, the owner gifted the image to El Viejo. The Nicaraguan immigrants demonstrate this faith and commitment through their celebrations. La Griteria is the boisterous and celebratory festival held on December 7th, the final day of La Purisima. “La Purisima” and “La Gritería” are unique festivities in Nicaragua and each one is celebrated in a different way but, if we may say so, with the same objective: Pray and sing to the virgin for her intercession to Jesus and God for our salvation. House owners give a small gift such as fruit, candy, toys, noisemakers, or drink, and then the group travels to the next altar. The tradition spread to other towns and soon to the rest of Nicaragua. La Gigantona came about as a way to mock the rich Spanish colonialists, while El Enano is meant to be more of a depiction of the indigenous people who have been wronged for so long. La fiesta de la Purísima Inmaculada Concepción de El Viejo, patrona de Nicaragua es celebrada con gran solemnidad iniciando un novenario el 28 de noviembre con novenas con derroche y alegría a las 6:00 p.m. y por las mañanas misas a las 6:00 a.m. y rezo del Santo Rosario. The mostly Catholic holiday has two parts, each identifying different aspects of the festivities. Juan Gutierrez talked about how carefully they try to make the La Purisima event a tradition to be maintained. 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One such painting depicts the Nicaraguan countryside with a volcano looming in the background. Martha says it simply, "When you have to flee, you need something to hang onto." To do so, they have adapted La Purisima and La Griteria to serve the Nicaraguan community. The long history of altars in the New Orleans culture has made it easy for Nicaraguans to maintain their tradition. In 2007, the dish was simple but delicious, and a few celebrants shared that it was comforting. According to LouisianaFolkLife.org, it all began in the 18th century when monks from a convent in Leon decided to use “candy and fruit to attract children and believers to come and sing to the image of the Virgin.” Seeing how well this tactic drew a crowd, they asked the townspeople to erect altars to Maria in their own homes. Translated by Nan McCurdy. Some people have come to him with images from their dreams. La fiesta de la Purísima: una tradición muy nicaragüense. Many of the celebrants, as well as the organizers, wore La Purisima gifts from previous years. The story is pieced together from a variety of explanations but tells us that the veneration of Mary began in 1562. Those who had ties to the New Orleans area more easily immigrated there. Estas fiestas tiene todas las artes juntas. She was upset that she had forgotten to bring her this year and said, "I wanted to place her on the altar so she could enjoy her party." Men and women of all ages were present, many with young children in tow and still in work clothes. It is a place that continues to welcome new populations; a place where their colorful celebrations are encouraged and many view them as a welcome addition to the area's creolization. Families with altars stock up for the evening’s festivities, where they’ll be giving out gifts to everyone who comes by and answers the same question Monsignore Carranza introduced so long ago. "Mary is the patron saint of Nicaragua. He explains that each year the altar is different but certain ornamental traditions, such as lights and flowers, are always present. They can now easily travel to Nicaragua to connect to their roots but have come to consider New Orleans home. Forced to remain while a tropical storm passed, he placed the statue of Mary in the local basilica. In the foreground, a New Orleans-style brass band leads the Nicaraguans in a second line parade. While they are singing, the people there give some kind of gift to the people who sing. A meat pie followed the cacao. They love the culture of the place but they have not lost their heritage among it. A few years later (1857 to be exact), La Gritería was added when, according to ViaNica.com, Monsignor Giordano Carranza introduced the tradition of shouting “Quien causa tanta alegria? The long-term impact of Hurricane Katrina is still unknown. El Enano is usually just a giant head worn by another individual who dances along with La Gigantona. After the destruction of Hurricane Katrina, many photographs were taken of the Virgin still standing among the debris or in front of an empty slab where a home once stood. Photo: Denese Neu. These obviously took great care and time to make. Ver más de Nicaragua en: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Nicaragua-Online/513975222030533?ref=ts&fref=ts The Nicaraguans (and other Latin Americans) who came to celebrate represented a cross-section of the community. The St. Jerome La Purisima organizers tell of immigrants who first settled in other American cities but came to Southeast Louisiana for hurricane recovery work. The Nicaraguan immigrants would rather have firecrackers but know that it would be a liability to the Church and put people at unnecessary risk. during song breaks. The organizers of La Purisma share that they believe the area is very accepting which made it easier for them to make it their home as well as stay connected to their roots but that they needed to be connected to the people from their country. In between the food items, children were given coloring books and crayons, and noisemakers were passed around to those sitting in the middle of the hall. If you’ve never heard these songs, it’s perfectly fine. Many adults smiled when they saw them seemingly enjoying memories associated with them. The presence of Mary is central to our heritage. As the choir performs La Purisima songs of worship, celebrants sing along to receive gifts. Regardless of its origins, the celebration grew into a national festival where the cities and towns of Nicaragua complete to create the best and most altars. The gift can be a drink, a small plate, a candy, but they give you something for singing in front of the Virgin Mary. To help pass La Purisima to younger generations, the story is told as part of the Mass. Even so, the area did not draw Nicaraguans in large numbers, other than those who came in three distinct waves. By Jorge Capelan. Flowers adorned the table and arrangements sent as gifts were placed on the floor along the front. In the kitchen, drinks are mixed, food plates prepared, and boxes of gifts are delivered. The majority of refugees went to California and Miami. La celebración de La Purísima en todo el país impulsó este sector. Placing the Blessed Virgin upon the altar. During the novena, altars are built, visits to sing and pray occur, and singers receive gifts from the alters hosts. Her father, Nilo Lanzaz, merged his cultures in his paintings. The story is that monks of the San Francisco convent used candy and fruit to attract children and believers to come and sing to the image of the Virgin. These candies were prepared by volunteers and packaged in bags imported from Nicaragua for the celebration. It takes place in … Jefferson Parish is the largely suburban area that is a substantial geographical and population portion of the New Orleans metropolitan area. The meal consisted of plantain chips, a slice of Nicaraguan cheese, and a cabbage and tomato salad. Photo: Denese Neu. The second wave was mostly comprised of urban populations leaving Nicaragua to escape the Revolution and Civil War that began in 1979. The organizers, along with their older children, decorate the room with blue and white streamers, set up the altar, and hang blue and white curtains as a back drop. The choir assembles to start the celebration. One held American candies like those given at Halloween; another contained a variety of homemade Nicaraguan candies: caramels, fudge, and coconut. In Southeast Louisiana, the tradition of competition within LaPurisma was seen through the area churches that host the event. More songs bring more gifts for nearly an hour. La Judea. Elizabeth Narvaez tells how the recipes have adapted over the years but her children have asked her for more authentic recipes. Because the Central American countries share cultural elements, which are celebrated through different festivals and sacred observances, their customs may merge. The organizers explain that while they are invited to visit private altars, they began organizing a public event 16 years ago. She did this research as part of the New Populations Project in 2008. Unlike other immigrant groups that established village-like enclaves in the region, the Nicaraguans dispersed and made their home among the general population. Approximately 80% resided in Southeast Louisiana and nearly 2300 in Jefferson Parish. This religious festival is a reneactment of the last moments of Jesus’ life. The Narvaez' share that because they were forced to leave their home, they held more tightly to their traditions as they settled into their new life. On top of the altars, there’s plenty of singing involved on this occasion. Alfredo Narvaez comments that the Nicaraguan people do not feel threatened by these new people and have helped them transition as best they can. When one first thinks or hears of altars in Southeast Louisiana, one might think of St. Joseph's Day. These included t-shirts and Elizabeth Gutierrez proudly modeled the Purisima cooking apron. Photo: Denese Neu. Without an organized La Purisima and La Griteria, many Nicaraguans would have very little contact with others from their native country and a place to enjoy the cultural traditions. These breaks appear to be much appreciated rests for the choir members and give them an opportunity to enjoy the gifts they have received as well. The hosts offer gifts to the visitors who sing before them. She became energized and went to retrieve an old songbook given to her by her mother. Much of this is due to La Purisima and the opportunity it presents to immerse themselves in Nicaraguan traditions if even for a few hours. One wonders how they will practice their culture and heritage as they assimilate in their new geography. Among the diverse and creolized population of Southeast Louisiana is a group of Nicaraguan immigrants. The holiday — Nicaragua's biggest of the year — is a mixture of Halloween, Christmas, and even a little bit of the Fourth of July. Reverend Alberto shared that the gifts are symbolic of Mary's gifts of love and message that people must help each other. from house to house throughout León. Faith has given many area residents the strength to stay. No one seemed to leave discouraged. It was not repeated because the organizers felt that the religious component was lost. These two characters are often created out of papier-mâché, with La Gigantona placed on a long stick so someone hiding underneath her dress can prop her up and make her dance. The crowd of devotees simultaneously responded, "La Concepcion de Maria!" Photo: Denese Neu. Distributing noisemakers to the celebrants. They were quickly overwhelmed and expanded the celebrating, singing, and praying to people's houses where they were encouraged to set up private altars. Oh yes, that’s right. While I grew up Catholic, I’ve been an atheist for quite some time and see no reason to stop enjoying what I feel is a wholly cultural tradition. Dispersion and a busy lifestyle are also factors for not attending the event. The plate had the shouting and the image of Mary. Ver más ideas sobre nicaragua, disenos de unas, virgencita. During colonial times, the Spanish brought their religious catholic fervor to Nicaragua, which was embraced in an incredible way by the natives (obviously after being imposed), with a mystical character and intense piety. I recall my own abuela making these at her place, using small twinkle lights all around to make it shine. The priest at the time was supportive of the celebration but "we had to compete to reserve the church. (The conception of Mary). Radio La Primerísima, fundada el 27 de diciembre de 1985, fue una de las radioemisoras creadas durante los diez años de gobierno del Frente Sandinista de Liberación Nacional (FSLN) When Berta Lanzaz listened to the songs recorded at La Purisima, it was apparent how deeply her native culture remains rooted within her. Approximately 80% resided in Southeast Louisiana and nearly 2300 in Jefferson Parish. The organizers explain that they want to keep the traditional items as much as possible but also make it different each year to encourage people to keep coming. Raised bilingually, she translated the Spanish version of Historia de La Purisima, la Lavada de la Plata y La Gritera. La Purísima is a celebration to the ‘purest conception of Virgin Mary’, taking place on December 8th, according to the Catholic calendar. The Nicaraguan heritage remained in their home practices even as they embraced the culture of New Orleans. Each celebrant receives three bags. On top of the altars, there’s plenty of singing involved on this occasion. These private events are supported and attended, but the dispersion of the community does not make it easy for Nicaraguans to be highly cohesive and to travel to the private altars. He is one of the first to shout "Quién causa tanta alegría?" Martha explains, "We would go to the church and see others. Juan Gutierrez explains that in Nicaragua, "the churches are empty" because the celebration occurs in the community. La Purísima / La Gritería, Nicaragua A Spanish reporter during la Griteria in Leon Nicaragua Video part 1 Part 2 Below / Parte 2 abajo. One son stated that he normally stays, but this year it was a Friday night and other things were happening. See more ideas about nicaragua, christmas, la purisima. Canticles are the most important part of La Purisima. (Who causes this happiness?). !” “The conception of Mary!”). The organizers explain that the easier songs are more common because of the children and say, "They have to learn them and sing them for the gifts." The last bag distributed contained a triad of fruits: orange, apple, and banana. This statement was made while we sat and spoke in the parlor area of their art gallery. This was Niloville, an imaginary place where all the beauty of Nicaragua meets the cultural elements he loved of his adopted home. The excitement is obvious as the organizers and volunteers create meals and assemble the traditional gift items to be distributed later. Young women in traditional dresses carry the Nicaraguan flag and a statue of the Blessed Virgin. During these times, it is impossible to discuss Southeast Louisiana populations without acknowledging those displaced by Hurricane Katrina and those who are choosing to make new homes elsewhere. At the end of Mass, the procession leads the celebrants to the hall where they will face the altar assembled by the organizers. The organizers provide traditional Nicaraguan gifts. Candles and palm fronds might also be used in these altars. You remember the fireworks from when you were a child. Her image came to the village of El Viejo, carried by Pedro Alonso Sanchez de Zepeda y Ahumada, the brother of Saint Teresa of Avila, while traveling to Peru. @2020 - hiplatina.com All Right Reserved. Prior to La Purisima and La Griteria, a Spanish Mass incorporating Nicaraguan heritage is held. In addition to making them for La Purisima at St. Jerome's, she has begun writing the recipes at home to pass onto her children. As a substitution, blue and white balloons are inflated and then strung along the walls. The songs are passed from generation to generation, and some are obviously more well-known than others based on the celebrants' participation. Unable to go from altar to altar to sing, the choir stands beside the altar and sings while celebrants join in with those songs they know. People answer with the massive response, "La Concepción de María". There are no speeches; no one addresses the audience except with festivity. Because the people cannot travel to a variety of altars as is tradition, one altar serves as the focal point. Oct 19, 2013 - Explore Susan Porter's board "Christmas in Nicaragua. But you don’t have to be Catholic to enjoy the celebration. It's a time when it's great to … The city is Creole: it is a place where white is not necessarily European and black is not necessarily African. La purísima es una celebración a la Virgen María que se festeja del 29 de noviembre al 7 de diciembre en Nicaragua, culminando con la tradicional Gritería. Denese Neu has a doctorate in Urban Studies from the University of New Orleans. The organizers at St. Jerome Catholic Church in Kenner state that La Purisima is "one of the most important traditions we want and need to keep." Together, they dance around the streets while others might follow with instruments to play them songs, and they can usually be found randomly in the streets throughout December. As more and more Latinos migrate to the area for rebuilding work, they will likely influence the area's culture as other groups have helped create a unique American city. The origin of these coinciding festivities is a bit muddled, and while many Nicaraguans celebrate the occasion, less actually know how it all began. And thus, the tradition of La Purisima began and spread across Nicaragua. El 7 de diciembre usually winds down with folks having a meal and maybe even having a few drinks (una cerveza perhaps or some Flor de Cana). Descriptions of previous year's altars indicate that these can become quite elaborate and have included backdrops depicting the Nicaraguan landscape of volcanoes and banana trees. La Purísima es una fiesta tradicional, celebrada desde hace años en Nicaragua y que tienen una cierta autonomía de la Jerarquía Eclesiástica. Now they know and save it for us each year." La “Purísima” es el nombre cariñoso que recibe la virgen María en Nicaragua y hace referencia a la celebración de la Inmaculada Concepción, patrona del país, que se celebra el día 8 de diciembre. People bring pins to pop them when given the sign. We are surrounded by Mary." Nicaragua inicia mes festivo con la tradición de la Purísima. There’s. Nicaragua ha sido un pueblo católico por excelencia y devoto de la Virgen María. ", followed by 164 people on Pinterest. One is a story of a miraculous journey of an image traveling upriver and across a lake to women who pulled her from the water on December 7. As the music wore down, the last gift was distributed: a La Purisima car plate. Martha Narvaez describes the significance of the popping of the balloons, "The pops are wonderful. The Purísima in Nicaragua. Several years ago, this was formalized with an altar competition held at Kenner's Rivertown. Celebrating A Unique Nicaraguan Sacred Tradition In Southeast Louisiana, Nicaraguan Immigrants in Southeast Louisiana, Impact Of Hurricane Katrina On The Nicaraguan Community And Conclusion, "The Difference Between a House and a Home: Latino Experiences in Baton Rouge. 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