Figure 7.1 The Virgin of Guadalupe. This is the image believed to have appeared to Juan Diego. As he opened his cape in the presence of Bishop Zumárraga of Mexico City, roses of Castile (a powerful symbol to Spaniards) fell onto the floor and this image was left behind on the fabric of the cape. The Virgin’s downcast gaze and dark features spoke to Mexican Indians, as did the red belt about her waist, which indicates that she is pregnant. (Mark Lennihan/AP Photo.)