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The recent change in Miami by which Spanish is allowed alongside English as an official language is seen by some as a Balkanization of the cherished “melting pot”; but those holding that view who support it with the claim that the 20th-century immigrants have assimilated culturally and speak English are wrong: many speak little or no English, and most make every effort they can to retain the cultures of their respective native lands, including religious observances.
There are many beliefs, creencias, connected to Holy Week observances, such as not working on Holy Thursday and not taking baths on Good Friday.
Originally it was organized for religious observances and practices, including pious prayer and bodily penance, but the society eventually became very important in providing mutual aid to the local communities.
These Ozzie and Harriet Jews also modified their observances for the 1950s home.
Pilgrimages are held on the 13th of every month, with the most important observances on that date in May and October.