Mario Cerda

Mictlan, The death of Eusebio

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Produktbeschreibung

A Journey to the Aztec Underworld Like Never Before The idea of life after death has fascinated cultures around the world. Religions and myths have shaped visions of the afterlife, offering detailed descriptions of the fate of the dead according to their deeds in life. A Journey Through the Realm of Mictlantecuhtli Join Eusebio as he descends into Mictlán, facing dangers beyond reason:Rivers guarded by colossal creatures Frozen wastelands and scorching deserts The final judgment before the gods of the underworld Unveil the Secrets of Mictlán and the Mexica Cosmovision If you've ever wondered what lies beyond life according to the ancient Mexica, this book offers a window into their mythology, rituals, and enduring legacy. Mictlán: The Otherworld of the Mexica Long before the arrival of the Europeans, the Mexica had already developed their own vision of the afterlife: Mictlán, a shadowy realm where souls embarked on a treacherous journey through nine levels before reaching eternal rest. From the offerings of cempoaxóchitl flowers to the xoloitzcuintli dogs guiding the dead, the concept of death in Mexico is a living legacy that has evolved over centuries. This book explores how Mictlán continues to influence Mexican traditions, legends, and the Day of the Dead as we know it today. Dare to cross the gates of Mictlán and uncover the fate of souls in the pre-Hispanic underworld.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: escritormach
• Seitenzahl: 88
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. März 2021
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 123g
• ISBN-13: 9798231019991
• Artikelnr.: 75136048

Autorenporträt

Zamora, Michoacán (1984). Independent author and researcher specialized in the worldview of Mexico's Indigenous peoples. His work merges historical narrative, pre-Hispanic spirituality, and authentic mythological elements to rescue the philosophical roots of the native world. In addition, Mario has created encyclopedias of Mesoamerican gods and mythical creatures, as well as a role-playing game system inspired by ancestral wisdom. He shares his work through the project Misterios Indígenas de México across various platforms.