081 Dia De Los Muertos - One Minute History

The video explores the belief that ancestors' souls travel to Miklan, protected by a Goddess. This belief is celebrated today as El Dia de Los Muertos, where families create offerings for their ancestors, incorporating the elements of water, wind, earth, and fire. Graves are decorated with Aztec Marigolds to guide spirits back to the living world. Monarch butterflies are believed to carry the souls of the departed. The three-day festival includes music, food, and iconic symbols, celebrating the lives of the deceased and recognizing death as a natural part of life.

What is the significance of the festival El Dia de Los Muertos?

Describe the offerings made during El Dia de Los Muertos.

Explain the connection between the four elements and the offerings made to ancestors.

How do families honor their deceased loved ones during the festival?

What role do Monarch butterflies play in the beliefs surrounding El Dia de Los Muertos?