A Prayer Of Sorrow And Tears To Holy Death (Santa Muerte)

O Holy Death, Our Lady of the Blue Robes,

Guardian of the weary soul and compassionate mother to those who suffer,

I come before you, humble and sincere,

Bearing the tears of my sorrow and pain.

As I offer these tears, pure as the waters of life,

I ask you to drink them, to let them nourish the earth,

And wash away the burden of my heart.

With each tear that falls, may you cleanse my spirit,

Erasing the stains of confusion and hurt.

Santa Muerte, who walks between worlds,

Wrapped in the calming embrace of blue,

Grant me solace in your eternal wisdom.

Soothe my troubled mind, rid it of negativity,

And fill the void with your comforting presence.

In your infinite mercy, guide me through the shadows,

Where the past’s anguish lingers and fears take root.

Banish the darkness with your gentle light,

And lead me towards a future untainted by despair.

By the power of the sacred waters and the sanctity of the blue robe,

May I find peace in your embrace,

May my soul be purified and my heart set free,

To love, to heal, and to thrive.

Blessed Saint Holy Death, I place my trust in you,

Knowing that in your care, I shall find the strength to endure,

And the grace to rise anew.

Amen.

Hear No Evil, See No Evil, Speak No Evil NOT an excuse to stay silent #Truecrime #SantaMuerte

 

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In the realm where shadows intertwine with light, where silence speaks volumes, and where the sacred whispers of the soul find solace, I stumbled upon three ethereal guardians. Behold, the Santa Muerte statues in their white robes, adorned with golden wings, embodying a deeper understanding of hear no evil, speak no evil, and see no evil. 🕊️🙉🙊🙈

As I gaze upon these enchanting figures, I am reminded that their message goes beyond personal protection. They serve as a reminder that while shielding ourselves from negativity and harm is important, it is equally vital to actively participate in protecting others from the darkness that surrounds us. 🌌⚔️🤝

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Hear no evil, not only to shield our hearts from toxic words and harmful intentions but also to listen attentively to the cries of those in need. Let us lend our ears to the voices of the oppressed, the marginalized, and the voiceless, using our compassion and empathy to take meaningful action and be allies in the fight against injustice.

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Speak no evil, not only to refrain from contributing to negativity and harm but also to lend our voices to those who are silenced. Let us use our words to amplify the stories and experiences of the unheard, to advocate for equality, and to stand up against oppression. May our words be instruments of truth, justice, and positive change.

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See no evil, not only to protect ourselves from illusions and falsehoods but also to recognize and address the injustices and suffering around us. Let us open our eyes to the plight of others, acknowledging our responsibility to create a better world. May our sight be a catalyst for action, as we work towards building a society rooted in compassion, equity, and love.

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In these statues, I find a profound reminder that personal protection should never be an excuse for indifference or inaction. Rather, they call upon us to extend our shield of compassion to those who need it most, to become beacons of light and agents of change. Let us embody the true essence of hear no evil, speak no evil, and see no evil by actively participating in protecting others and creating a more just and inclusive world.

May we learn from these guardians, embracing the duality of personal protection and collective responsibility. Together, let us stand against evil-doers and work towards a future where love, kindness, and justice prevail.

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#ProtectionWithPurpose #BeAVoice #ActForJustice #EmbraceCompassion #InclusiveChange

Santa Muerte The True Crime Connection

La santa muerte, Mercado Corona

Guadalajara, México

If you follow true crime then you need to know about Santa Muerte. Santa Muerte is death personified and she goes by many names. Originating in Mexico as folk practice she is now among the fastest-growing religions. 

Santa Muerte often brings up the image of a terrifying female grim reaper. Sometimes, relating to drug trafficking and cartels. It can seem like this is all she is a symbol of darkness for bad people. However, Santa Muerte is more than this and the least of that. 

The skeleton lady of Holy Death is a champion of the downtrodden and marginalized. This is why the Mexican government and the Catholic church have tried to erase her. 

Santa Muerte is multifaceted but she is described as a cult or religion. Devotees might tell you it is neither and that she is a practice with very deep roots. The lady's origins are murky but it's possible she has Aztec connections. Especially to a particular death goddess of the time. At first, she was only known to wise women / elderly healers. Then she began to spread to young men in prisons and it kept going from there. Eventually, the practice of Santa Muerte began to be more open and it was heralded by women. Previously, any worship or rituals of the skinny lady was done in private. 

Now, she is an icon and you can see her everywhere. The influence she has is far-reaching from the poorest of the communities to the highest. On both sides of criminals and authorities. The boney Lady represents empowerment to anyone marginalized. Most importantly, she is a representative of the LGBTQ+, especially transgender people. We can't forget that she is also a patron for sex workers. Also, the patron of those wishing protection from violent deaths. Santa Muerte promises miracles to her devotees and these miracles can be of many types. The way she is worshiped changes within each group. This could explain her many personalities and differences within the culture. 

Marginalized groups experience murder and violence at higher rates than the majority. This is why if you are an advocate you need to know about Santa Muerte. On one hand, she is an icon for the victims and on the other for the perpetrators. The role she plays in true crime can be large and meaningful for both sides. 

Understanding this role and how it impacts the situation can help your advocacy. It can help you relate to and understand the victims. A victim who had a Santa Muerte who wore green indicates they needed legal help. On the other hand, it can help you find clues about the killers. A body that laid before Santa Muerte could indicate a sacrifice. Some criminal groups think the bigger the sacrifices the more help they receive. There is more information out there about this! I must also point out that the media might be giving us biased information about her connections to criminals. We can't ignore this possibility given the attempts to remove her as a people's icon by people in authority. 

One of the reasons why Santa Muerte is so large is because of true crime. Jonathon Vargas was a follower of Santa Muerte and a community activist. Jonathon was murdered by 13 people who shot him before the project of his shrine could be completed. Then Enriqueta Vargas who was his mother went to Santa Muerte. This mother petitioned for vengeance against her son's murderers. In return, she promised Santa Muerte to make her son's small shrine as large as she could and spread her message. Santa Muerte granted her request and now Enriqueta owns the largest shrine in Mexico. 

Santa Muerte is the unexpected ally but perfectly fits her role. I hope researching her helps you connect to her marginalized devotees. I also hope it helps you find clues that could help solve violent crimes. If you feel like she is something you want to research even further I recommend looking into the Youtube Channel "The Grave Ghoul" Links below. 

Sources

https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/mexico/articles/everything-you-need-to-know-about-santa-muerte/

https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGraveGhoul

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFR__Z4-rr8&t=685s

https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-santa-muerte-defendants-20170509-story.html

https://daily.jstor.org/who-is-santa-muerte/

Dedicado a la Santa Muerte.Por favor interceda y bendiga la resolución de casos de delitos verdaderos sin resolver.