Matar judíos
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Leonese lemondade, drunk during the "Matar judíos" | |
| Type | Spanish |
| Significance | Celebration of Easter, originally to celebrate pogroms against Jews killing Jesus Christ |
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| Date | Holy Week |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Started by | Disputed, possibly Suero de Quiñones during the 15th century |
| Related to | Easter |
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Matar judíos (lit. 'killing Jews') is a tradition during Holy Week celebrations in the northern Spanish Province of León, especially in the city of León and its environs, during which participants drink Leonese lemonade, consisting primarily of lemonade, red wine, and sugars.
Critics argue that the name is offensive and perpetuates antisemitic stereotypes, regardless of intent. Supporters, however, maintain that the current practice is not meant to be antisemitic and view it as a cultural tradition that also acknowledges historical injustices.