Tezcatlipoca's nagual, his animal counterpart, was the jaguar. In the form of a jaguar he became the deity Tepeyollotl ("Mountainheart"). In one of the two main Aztec calendars (the …

Tezcatlipoca, god of the Great Bear constellation and of the night sky, one of the major deities of the Aztec pantheon. Tezcatlipoca’s cult was brought to central Mexico by the Toltecs, Nahua …

Jul 3, 2019 · Tezcatlipoca (Tez-ca-tlee-POH-ka), whose name means “Smoking Mirror”, was the Aztec god of night and sorcery, as well as the patron deity of Aztec kings and young warriors. …

Aug 14, 2013 · A Creator God The Mesoamerican deity Tezcatlipoca was believed to be the son of the primordial androgynous god Ometeotl. In Aztec mythology he was the brother of …

Nov 29, 2022 · Tezcatlipoca, the “Smoking Mirror,” was a powerful Aztec creator deity represented by an obsidian mirror. Frequently in conflict with his brother Quetzalcoatl, he …

Oct 17, 2024 · Tezcatlipoca embodies duality—he is a god of light and darkness, creation and destruction, order and chaos. This complexity reflects the Aztec understanding of the universe, …

Dec 6, 2024 · Discover the enigmatic Tezcatlipoca, the Aztec god of fate, war, and night. Explore his influence on destiny and modern spirituality in this captivating article!

Oct 24, 2024 · In Aztec mythology, Tezcatlipoca embodied the raw, unpredictable forces of the universe. As a god of night, sorcery, and chaos, he played a complex role in both the cosmic …

Dec 26, 2024 · Tezcatlipoca was a central figure in many Aztec rituals and ceremonies, reflecting his importance in the spiritual life of the people. Major festivals dedicated to him included the …

Tezcatlipoca in the Aztec Pantheon In the Aztec pantheon, Tezcatlipoca was considered a central figure, often depicted as a rival to Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent god. While Quetzalcoatl …