The article explores the spirituality found in a mountaintop chapel in the Sierra Norte region of Mexico, highlighting the blend of Indigenous and Catholic traditions. The narrator reflects on the physical and cultural significance of the chapel site, noting the deep connection between nature, history, and people's beliefs. Eric, the narrator's guide, exemplifies this connection through his rituals, which incorporate both Indigenous and Catholic elements, symbolizing the duality of reverence in this culturally rich landscape. The narrative captures both the stunning scenery and the layered spirituality present at such a height.
At this height, even to a heathen like me, the urge to pay tribute is understandable.
Duality is everywhere. Praise whispered in the name of the Virgin of Guadalupe is also meant for Huitzilopochtli, the old sun god.
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