aztec religion
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Aztec Religion. Aztec religion belong to the M esoamerican religion. Basic human sacrifices. They were polytheistic, believe in many god and goddess. Powerful Religion. Each god had its name and function They had agricultural gods They offer gods with their lives - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Aztec religion belong to the Mesoamerican religion.
Basic human sacrifices.
They were polytheistic, believe in many god and goddess.
Powerful Religion
Each god had its name and function
They had agricultural gods
They offer gods with their lives
Their destiny depends on gods’ will.
Aztec Mythology
Main gods were Huitzilopochtli, Tlaloc, and Tezcatlipoca.
Temples were on top of the
pyramids.
They had a pantheon.
Religion was very important They used it everyday It was into their daily practices, beliefs,
ceremonies and dress. Aztec rulers considered in nature and
will Aztec gods.
Gods and Goddesses Chalchiuhlici one of the important goddesses. Chantico was the goddess of fire. Tonatiuh was the god of the sun. Coatlicue or Teteoinan gave birth to the
moon and stars.
Chicomecoat goddess of food and produce.
She is known with three things 1- young girl carrying flowers 2- lady who brings death Mother uses the sun as a guard
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