Mexico Religion

In Mexico, religion has always occupied a significant place in the lives of the people. The religious scenario of Mexico has undergone considerable transformations along with the political changes affecting the country. Until independence from Spain, Roman Catholic Church was the only permitted religion of the country. Thereafter, religious freedom was granted in the post independence period. Although, majority of the people in Mexico are still Roman Catholics, Protestants, Jews and Tibetan Buddhists can also be found in the country. The Constitution of the country lays down that religion in Mexico has no affiliation to any one particular religion.

Our Lady of Guadalupe is the patron saint of Mexico. The Basilica of Guadalupe, the shrine of the patron saint can be found in Mexico City, which is a popular pilgrimage site. The predominance of Roman Catholicism among religions of Mexico, can be seen through thousands of Roman Catholic churches in the country. In Mexico, religion of the urban poor is gradually becoming Protestantism. Therefore, the proportions of Protestants in Mexico is on the rise. In some rural areas, people are seen practicing traditional religious customs along with Roman Catholic beliefs.

Important developments in Mexico religion has taken place during the later half of the twentieth century. Conscious efforts have been made to segregate the State from the churches. The 1917 Constitution laid down in details the relation between the State and the church, incorporating the major secular reforms. With the freedom to practice different religions in Mexico, a number of synagogues and small 'masjids' have come up in Mexico.

Mexican Day of the Dead:

Mexican Day of the Dead is an important part of Mexico religion. It is a festival with its roots in the ancient history of the country. Lady of the Dead presides over the festival. The festival is celebrated by the Mexican families in honor of the dead and the children.