A number of gods were associated to fertility, love, and marriage among the Mayan people. Itzamna and Kukulcan were just a few of them. Kinich Ahau was also among them. These women were known as the Goddesses of the Moon. They were often depicted in art as beautiful young women. To obtain love and fertility, some Mayans believed they made pilgrimages to these temples.
Kukulcan
In Mayan mythology, Kukulcan was a creator god of the rain. Mayans believed that the rain he would bring would wipe out all evil. The god was often represented as a large serpent with a head that could sweep all of the country. Kukulcan statues were replaced with those of Mayan warriors, and snake gods. Kukulcan still represents the Mexican indigenous cultural heritage.
Itzamna
The Mayan god Itzamna was credited with bringing scientific and technological advancements to the ancient Maya. He was a powerful force that combined elements from the earth, heavens, and underworld. He was also considered to be the god of medicine. Itzamna was also worshipped by the Maya in the postclassic period. Many people were suffering from illness and disease.
Kinich Ahau
Kinich Ahau is the Maya name for the sun god. The name was first used in the 16th century by the Yucatec people of Central Mexico, and it is sometimes referred to as "God G" in the Maya codices. This Maya sun goddess is usually depicted as an older man during Classic, with a large aquiline nasal and square eyes. His upper teeth are filed.
Ix Chel
Ix Chel, a fertility goddess, was said to have the ability to cause great floods. She is believed to have created the special spindle at central of the universe by controlling the water in an upside-down vessel. Her classical glyph, however, is not known. Aztec mythology does have the equivalent deities. She was also associated to the Moon, waters and jaguars as well as spiders and was the patron goddess for Cozumel, Mexico.
Buluc Chabtan
Buluc Chabtan, a Mayan god, was the god who ruled over violence and war. He is often seen holding a flint blade or torch. He was also called "God F" in Mayan mythology. He is associated both with violence and human sacrifice. Some depict him surrounded in maggots. His image is an emblem of a god who can overcome violence. To achieve victory in war, the Mayans revered him.
Ek Chuah
Ek Chuah, a Mayan god, was one of the most important Mayan divinities. He was also a patron of cacao and a major resource of energy. Hieroglyphics from various Maya sites show his images. These images depict him defeating enemies and causing chaos. His role in everyday life was controversial, even though he was an important Maya god.
Ek Chaj's compassionate side
Mayan Gods sometimes have two natures. Ek Chuaj, Mayan god of cacao, was also the Mayan god of destruction, chaos and war. His image was often of him holding a sword or a lance. While cacao was considered a delicacy by the Maya, the Maya also considered cacao to be a source of currency.