Kinich Ahau (Mayan: [kʼiː.nitʃ a'haw]) is the 16th-century Yucatec name of the Maya sun god, designated as God G when referring to the codices. In the Classic period, God G is depicted as a middle-aged man with an aquiline nose, large square eyes, cross-eyed, and a filed incisor in the upper row of teeth.

Ajaw or Ahau / ɑː ˈ x aʊ / ('Lord') [1] is a pre-Columbian Maya political title attested from epigraphic inscriptions. It is also the name of the 20th day of the tzolkʼin, the Maya divinatory calendar, on which a ruler's kʼatun-ending rituals would fall.

Ahau —escrito también ajaw, de acuerdo con las normas ortográficas para las lenguas mayas empleadas en fuentes recientes o escrito ahaw en fuentes anteriores— es la denominación de la clase gobernante (los dignatarios) de las ciudades-estado de la cultura maya. [1]

Dec 29, 2020 · Ahau (‘lord’/‘chief’) is a pre-Columbian Maya political title, which is also the name of the 20th day of the tzolkʼin or the Maya divinatory calendar. The ‘ahau’ title was given to a member of the Maya priesthood because the Ahau also performed religious activities.

Kinich Ahau, also known as the Mayan Sun God, is a deity intricately associated with the sun. He is celebrated for his distinctive facial features, control over disease and drought, and his various forms, including an aquatic bird or a young man in a canoe.

Feb 7, 2025 · Kinich Ahau holds a vital place in the pantheon of Mayan mythology, embodying the sun’s power and its essential role in the lives of the Maya. His influence permeates agriculture, governance, art, and modern cultural identity, demonstrating the enduring legacy of …

Feb 7, 2025 · In the vast and intricate tapestry of Mayan mythology, Kinich Ahau stands out as a central figure, revered as the Sun God. This divine entity is not only significant in religious practices but also serves as a symbol of the Mayan civilization’s understanding of the cosmos.

Feb 6, 2025 · Kinich Ahau, the revered Sun God of the ancient Maya civilization, holds a prominent place in Mayan mythology. As a central figure, he embodies the essence of light and warmth, providing life and sustenance to the world.

Jul 3, 2024 · Among the myriad deities in the Mayan pantheon, Kinich Ahau, the sun god, occupied a central position, revered as the embodiment of the celestial orb and its life-giving properties.

Dec 19, 2024 · In Maya mythology, Kinich Ahau is often depicted as a young man with a prominent, radiant face, symbolizing the sun at its zenith. His representation can vary, but he is frequently illustrated with jaguar features, emphasizing his power and connection to the earth.