Lords of Xibalba

"Lords of Xibalba" are the mythological rulers of the underworld in Maya mythology. Xibalba, meaning "Place of Fear," is a realm where the spirits of the dead dwell. The lords are portrayed as powerful, often mischievous or malevolent, overseeing trials and challenges faced by souls. They are featured prominently in the Popol Vuh, a sacred Maya text, where heroes encounter these rulers in stories that explore themes of death, rebirth, and cosmic balance. These deities symbolize the natural cycles of life and death, representing the fears and mysteries surrounding the afterlife in Maya culture.