Nahua mythology

Nahua mythology is the rich system of beliefs from the Nahua people, including the Aztecs, centered on gods, creation stories, and spiritual concepts. It features deities like Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent, representing wisdom and wind, and Tezcatlipoca, associated with night and change. Creation myths often describe how the world was formed through divine sacrifices and battles among gods. Ancestors and natural elements like sun, rain, and mountains hold spiritual significance. These stories explained the universe, human origins, and moral values, shaping the culture's rituals, art, and understanding of life and death.