Dayana Gonzalez

Aztec Music

Aztec Music

 Ancient Aztec music and highly specialized dance were important components of Aztec religious ceremonies. Among the first writings of European explorers in regard to Aztec music were made by Bernal de Castillo in the mid-1500’s, who was appalled by their use of music in their gruesome ritualistic sacrifices. Yet, the Aztec people deserve much credit

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Tenochtitlan God The Divine Power Shaping an Empire

Tenochtitlan God: The Divine Power Shaping an Empire

Tenochtitlan Tenochtitlan God the Aztecs have captivated the Western world for centuries. They were one of the dominant groups of people within the Mesoamerican Region. The Mexica, otherwise known as the Aztecs, learned much of what they based their mythology on from the Toltecs. The Toltecs were regarded as the pioneers of “culture” in the

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Xipe Totec: The Aztec God of Renaissance and Agriculture

Xipe Totec was one of the major gods that the Aztecs worshiped. His name can be interpreted as “Mr. Flayed”. Despite this grim title Aztecs believed that he helped crops grow. During annual Tlacaxipehualiztli celebration to honor him, hundreds of people were sacrificed. Myths and Representations Xipe Totec was the Aztec god of agriculture, rebirth, and

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Social Structure of the Aztec

Social Structure of the Aztec: An in-depth look at Hierarchies & roles

The Aztecs shared traits with other American cultures, but their Social Structure of the Aztec set them apart. Aztec society organized itself at different levels, with each individual fulfilling an important role. At a basic level, the Aztecs divided their social structure into three classes: nobility, commoners, and serfs/slaves. The Social Structure of the Aztec:

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