“Costa Rican Religion”



The majority of the populations in Costa Rica are Catholic, but in regards to religious freedom they are very open to those who follow a different religion. This is due in part to the constitution’s “religious freedom” and the tolerant nature of Costa Ricans. Costa Rica as a whole has always been more worldly than religious, because the connection between state and church as always been very weak. Every village and city in Costa Rica has a church, regardless of the size. While the official state religion is catholic the only religious ceremony recognized by the state are marriages. Religion is Costa Rica differs a bit from the catholic religions of central America because of disputes with the Costa Rican government and the protestant missionaries who have had no affect on their religious culture what so ever.



1. How does this artifact relate to Spanish culture?

This artifact is similar in almost every Spanish culture. The catholic religion has always had a heavy influence on Latino culture.



2. How does this artifact have meaning for the Spanish culture? And how does it have meaning for you (why did you choose it)?

The artifact is of great importance to the Spanish culture because through time and even today religion plays a role in comfort, acceptance and faith. The reason that I chose this artifact is because I personally want to make a change and become more involved in my faith (Christian) and I also come from a family background that is deeply religious.



3. Discuss its importance to the Spanish culture.

Religion is important to the Spanish culture not only as a form of faith but also as a major form of ceremony. What I mean by this is that the Latino culture has many ceremonies through religion like baptisms, marriages and holidays such as holy week (the week before Easter). The Spanish culture sticks to their religious beliefs more so than any other culture in America in my opinion.

Religion in Costa Rica. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.infocostarica.com/culture/religion.html