Itzamna |
Kukulkan |
He was one of the most important gods of Mayan mythology. Itzamna "Lord of Knowledge" was represented as a kindly old man with toothless jaws, sunken cheeks, and a pronounced nose. He was always kind and protective towards humans and never associated with death or destruction.
He taught his people to grow corn, to write, to use calendars, and to practice medicine. |
Kukulkan, the feathered serpent is one of the three gods that was thought to have created the Earth. After a period of being on Earth Kukulkan left to the ocean telling the Mayans that he would return at some later date.
He has mystical abilities that enable him to fly and control the air and the wind. |
Ixchel
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Ixcacao |
Ixchel was the goddess of childbearing and Itzamna's wife. She was not very friendly towards men and portrait as an old woman wearing a skirt with crossed bones and a serpent on her head. When she was angry she overturned a jug and send floods and powerful rainstorms to Earth.
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Ixcacao was the goddess of chocolate. She provided safety and security for her people. A very humble goddess with the responsibility that everyone was fed.
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Xaman Ek
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Chac
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He was the god of the travelers. His symbol is the north star, used for guidance and directions. He is one of the gods who is benevolent.
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He was the god of the rain. With his lightning axe, Chaac strikes the clouds and produces thunder and rain. He was also responsible for harvesting and growing in the Mayan believes.
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