SSC
WORLD GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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During the colonial period, a blending of indigenous beliefs and Catholicism occurred in Mexico in a process called
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symbiosis
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sythesis
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symbolism
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syncretism
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Mesoamerican religion is a group of indigenous religions of Mesoamerica that were prevalent in the pre-Columbian era. Two of the most widely known examples of Mesoamerican religion are the Aztec religion and the Mayan religion.
Detailed explanation-2: -Indigenous symbols were incorporated into Christian crosses. The sacrificial basins once used to collect blood during human sacrifices were repurposed for baptisms. And, as Catholic doctrine was translated into Nahuatl, the languages of faith blended. Religious syncretism created a new Catholic culture in Mexico.
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