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.

2012年7月7日 · The sun god known as `Face of the Sun' and sometimes referred to as Kinich Ajaw. He was a god of healing and medicine. The later god, Hunab Ku is thought to be a conflation of Kinich Ahau and the Christian God.

2025年2月7日 · Kinich Ahau, a prominent deity within the rich tapestry of Mayan mythology, serves as the Sun God, representing light, warmth, and life. As a central figure in the pantheon, Kinich Ahau embodies the vital force of the sun that was essential for agriculture, survival, and the overall well-being of the Mayan civilization.

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.

Often depicted as a radiant young man, Kinich Ahau symbolizes light, warmth, and life, making him one of the most important gods in the Mayan pantheon. His name, translating to “Sun Lord” or “Sun King,” reflects his exalted status and vital role in sustaining life, growth, and nourishment.

2024年7月3日 · 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.

2025年2月7日 · 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.

2024年2月12日 · Kinich Ahau was not just any god in the Maya pantheon; he was the sun god, embodying the powerful and life-giving force of the sun. His name itself, often interpreted as ‘Face of the Sun’, reflects his deep connection with this celestial body.

2020年12月30日 · K’inich Ahau (Kʼinich Ajaw) 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.

2024年9月7日 · Kinich Ahau, the sun god, holds a significant position in Maya religion, symbolizing light, time, heat, and the four directions.