Mauricio Chaulón Vélez

historian

Mauricio Chaulón Vélez is a historian and researcher at the Institute of Historical Research at the Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala (USAC). He specializes in the study of cultural and religious traditions in Guatemala, particularly the folklore surrounding the legend of the 'ánimas benditas' (blessed souls). His research highlights the origins of this legend within the context of colonial history and its connection to the Catholic doctrine of purgatory, emphasizing how these narratives reflect the moral and spiritual beliefs of Guatemalan society.