Penitente moradas share a common system of adobe construction with the religious and domestic structures of New Mexico.
Edmonson's study of 1950 has established the persistence of Penitente activity in Hispano culture.
These attitudes were materialized in the building of the Penitente moradas.
Also known as La Doa Sebastiana, her image clearly marks a building as a Penitente sanctuary.
Penitente membership comprises two strata distinguishable by title and activity.
The special character of the Penitente brotherhood is demonstrated also in the last two bultos on the south morada altar.
"Personalism" is revealed in the immediate and individual participation of all members in Penitente activities.
"Dramatism" is an essential ingredient of Penitente ceremonies such as the tinieblas.