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Understanding Mayan Creation Myths and Beliefs from the Popol Vuh

This lesson explores the profound beliefs of the Mayan civilization regarding the earth and creation through their sacred text, the Popol Vuh. We will analyze key themes, including the origins of human creation and the significance of the Hero Twins, Hunahpú and Xbalanqué. The narrative illustrates the evolution of the gods' intentions and the symbolic role of the “manikins” and monkeys in the creation myth. Through discussion and review questions, students will deepen their understanding of these ancient beliefs and their relevance today.

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Understanding Mayan Creation Myths and Beliefs from the Popol Vuh

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  1. Warm-up #4 • Describe some of the Mayan beliefs about the earth? • According to Mayan religion, what were people created from? If you finish early read page 400-401

  2. PopolVuh (Book of Council) is a narrative book that tells the story of the Mayan creation myth, gods, the Hero Twins Hunahpú and Xbalanqué and their ruling decedents. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jb5GKmEcJcw

  3. PopolVuh (Book of Council) is a narrative book that tells the story of the Mayan creation myth. • http://youtu.be/uMMo0-kEFis

  4. PopolVuh:Analyzing a Primary Document • Let’s read from the PopolVuh. Turn to page 400-401 of the Blue Holt book with me. • Review Questions: copy and answer in complete sentences: • What happened to the “manikins?” Why? • Why did the gods want to create humans? • What were the Maya creator-gods like, based on their behaviors? • Bonus: What is the significant of monkeys in this story? Infer what behaviors do their presence warns us against.

  5. Homework • Review your Maya Religion Reader.

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