History and description of Brotherhood organization, rites and religious folk arts in Hispanic N.M. and southern Colorado. Dr. Weigle, who teaches at the University of New Mexico, is a noted authority on the Penitente Brotherhood. Etchings by Eli Levin.

History and description of Brotherhood organization, rites and religious folk arts in Hispanic N.M. and southern Colorado. Dr. Weigle, who teaches at the University of New Mexico, is a noted authority on the Penitente Brotherhood. Etchings by Eli Levin.

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Explores the early history of the Penitentes, theories of origins, relationship to historical and ecclesiastical developments in New Mexico. Provides a detailed study of Penitente organizations and activities - councils, moradas, membership, rules, officers, and religious rituals. Places the Brotherhood's rituals of penance into perspective within a religious and anthropological framework.

History and description of Brotherhood organization, rites and religious folk arts in Hispanic N.M. and southern Colorado. Dr. Weigle, who teaches at the University of New Mexico, is a noted authority on the Penitente Brotherhood. Etchings by Eli Levin.