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Trecena of Toj: the importance of gratitude

Trecena of Toj: the importance of gratitude

Today We Begin the 13 Day Cycle of Toj  What is trecena? The Maya are known to be guardians of time, for them it was essential to keep a count...

Trecena of Toj: the importance of gratitude

Today We Begin the 13 Day Cycle of Toj  What is trecena? The Maya are known to be guardians of time, for them it was essential to keep a count...

Why we should stop using the term "cacao ceremony"

Why we should stop using the term "cacao ceremony"

Cacao ceremonies are NOT a part of ancestral Maya tradition.Even if cacao has been considered sacred since ancient times, it is important to note that there was no such thing...

Why we should stop using the term "cacao ceremony"

Cacao ceremonies are NOT a part of ancestral Maya tradition.Even if cacao has been considered sacred since ancient times, it is important to note that there was no such thing...

Why is the Cholq’ij Called the Human Level Calendar?

Why is the Cholq’ij Called the Human Level Cale...

The ways we represent this count of time. The ancient Maya recognized an essential aspect of life: we are a reflection of the universe, and the spirals in our DNA...

Why is the Cholq’ij Called the Human Level Cale...

The ways we represent this count of time. The ancient Maya recognized an essential aspect of life: we are a reflection of the universe, and the spirals in our DNA...

The importance of Copal for the Maya

The importance of Copal for the Maya

Copal is a tree resin that comes from several trees in the Burseraceae family. Its name derives from the Nahuatl word, copalli, meaning incense. Though widely used for spiritual practices,...

The importance of Copal for the Maya

Copal is a tree resin that comes from several trees in the Burseraceae family. Its name derives from the Nahuatl word, copalli, meaning incense. Though widely used for spiritual practices,...

The Prophecy of the B’alameb’

The Prophecy of the B’alameb’

Children of Ik’i B’alam and Kak’ixa Ja’ In the pursuit of a harmonious connection with the energies that form our world, families, communities, and people who hold the wisdom of...

The Prophecy of the B’alameb’

Children of Ik’i B’alam and Kak’ixa Ja’ In the pursuit of a harmonious connection with the energies that form our world, families, communities, and people who hold the wisdom of...

Conflict Resolution

Conflict Resolution

Vibrating in the harmony transmitted by our ancestors Use your imagination to transport yourself to the heart of Mesoamerica, where the original Maya nations once lived, a region vibrant in...

Conflict Resolution

Vibrating in the harmony transmitted by our ancestors Use your imagination to transport yourself to the heart of Mesoamerica, where the original Maya nations once lived, a region vibrant in...