Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz is an exceptional example of Mexican religious literature. In her works, she tried to understand the nature of human spiritual life. Moreover, she also discussed the topic of women’s religious authority and feminist advocacy. Sor Juana examined political and colonial questions as well through the lens of religion. She had a tremendous influence on the development of religious thought of her time, discussing atypical issues.
Sor Juana considers the concept of Mary in two villancicos, one in 1676, the other in 1989. Mary is presented as an absolutely sinless and holy creature, the center of all virtues. It appears that even various elements of the universe do not reject her, trying to be associated with Mary. That fact illustrates that she is not even related to the original sin of Adam and Eva. Mary is represented as a divine creature of unique quality because she is even above angels. Although she cannot be compared to God himself, she is the one resembling him. Mary is considered as Eva, but not just as the mother of humanity, but also as the mother of the eternal world. Therefore, she represents not only the best human qualities but also some saint traits, making her the example of spiritual purity and obedience. Thus, Mary’s concept in the poetry of Sor Juana is an earthly creature participating in the divine life.
As Saint Ignatius Loyola and Saint Teresa of Avila, Sor Juana tries to illustrate moral purity and Christian devotion. Relation between all authors is the strive to share their mystical and spiritual religious experience with people. They all refer to the concept of the purest sinless divine creatures, which can be understood through religious exercises. Devotion and obedience lead a person to deliverance from the sins of humanity and the acquisition of divine spirituality. Like other authors, Sor Juana begins to portray divinity through everyday human lives. However, she does not cover the facts of her autobiography, but she does carry out several facts. Also, unlike the works of other religious authors, her poem is distinguished by the pretentiousness of the narrative.