Spanish Influence On Chicano Religion

Three centuries of Spanish Rule, Creole, Indian populations, and the Mestizo outnumbered native Spaniards in Mexico. However, the Spaniards remained on the top of social hierarchy. Documents were purchased to establish European ancestry, as being European came with a lot of benefits. The primary force was the Catholic Church, which was a dominant social threat. Spanish churches dominated villages of Mexico, they symbolized wealth and power.
The natives believed in the Virgin De Guadalupe, believing she was a reincarnation of the Virgin Mary. This information helps further my understanding of Chicano culture, as Catholics continue to believe in the Virgin De Guadalupe to this day. As well as seeing that she continues to be a symbol of Mexico.