Metepec, Mexico State, Mexico — The Central Highlands (North America)
The Chapel of the Virgin of Sorrows
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, November 26, 2021
1. The Chapel of the Virgin of Sorrows Marker
Se desconoce el año en que fue fundada la capilla original, siendo primero una ermita para el rezo del Via Crucis.
El Calvario Nuevo (como le llaman en documentos de la época), se construyó en 1788 y se le hicieron mejoras en 1799. En 1859 se amplió, y en 1872 se comenzó con la edificación de nuevas instalaciones. En 1884 contaba con la capilla el atrio y la sacristía.
La planta y la fachada son barrocas. En el interior la decoración es neoclásica excepto el altar de Nuestra Señora de la Paz, que es barrroco. La imagen principal fue donada por Juan Gutiérrez en 1859.
Está consagrada a la Virgen de los Dolores, la Virgen María padeciendo un profundo dolor al pie de la cruz, con vestimentas luctuosas.
La fiesta principal se festeja el 16 de septiembre cantándole las mañanitas desde muy temprano a la virgen. Un sábado antes se celebra una misa de preparación, y el lunes la fiesta de consumo o tornafiesta.
La coronación de la virgen se celebra desde hace aproximadamente medio siglo, el 15 de octubre.
Chapel
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The year the original church was founded is not known since it was first a chapel to pray at the stations of the cross.
The New Calvary (as it was identified in documents of the period) was constructed in 1788 and improvements were made in 1799. In 1859 it was enlarged and new installations were begun in 1872. By 1885 it included the chapel, the atrium, and the sacristy.
The layout and the facade are baroque. The decoration inside is neoclassic except for the altar of Our Lady of Peace, which is baroque. The main image, to which the church is consecrated, is that of the Virgin of Sorrows, the Virgin Mary dressed in mourning suffering at the foot of the cross. The image was donated by Juan Gutiérrez in 1859.
The main fiesta takes place on September 16 with the birthday song (Las Mañanitas) being sung very early in the morning to the Virgin by the faithful. As in many church celebrations, the principal festivities take place on the nearest weekend. On Saturday, a mass of preparation is said. On Sunday, another mass and on Monday the final celebration is held.
The coronation of the Virgin has bee celebrated for about 50 years, on October 15.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical date for this entry is September 16, 1788.
Location.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, November 26, 2021
2. The Chapel of the Virgin of Sorrows Marker
The marker can be seen in profile near the right corner of the chapel.
Regionally, this marker is in Central Mexico and specifically in Mexico City Metropolitan Area. Globally, it is in North America, specifically in Mesoamerica, on the Ring of Fire, and in the Western Hemisphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, a Spanish colony, and the Aztec Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Hill of the Magueyes (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Hill of the Magueyes (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Tree of the Bicentennial of National Independence (about 90 meters away); Church of San Juan Bautista (about 90 meters away); St. John the Baptist Church (about 120 meters away); El Paseo de la Agricultura (about 150 meters away); Former Franciscan Convent of San Juan Bautista de Metepec (about 180 meters away); La Tlanchana (about 210 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Metepec.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, November 26, 2021
3. The Chapel of the Virgin of Sorrows in Metepec
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, November 26, 2021
4. The Chapel of the Virgin of Sorrows at the Hill of the Magueyes
Credits. This page was last revised on January 9, 2022. It was originally submitted on January 9, 2022, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 117 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on January 9, 2022, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
