Huitzilopochtli Collection

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AZTECS OF MEXICO Priests of Tenochtitlan sacrifice victims to the god Huitzilopochtli

The Aztec Sun God Huitzilopochtli
5307977 The Aztec Sun God Huitzilopochtli.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Aztec Sun God Huitzilopochtli. Dated 17th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Aztec Sun God Huitzilopochtli
5307229 The Aztec Sun God Huitzilopochtli.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Aztec Sun God Huitzilopochtli. Dated 17th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Huitzilopochtli, Aztec god of the war
3478878 Huitzilopochtli, Aztec god of the war; (add.info.: Huitzilopochtli, Aztec god of the war, lord of the sun and fire)

Priest offering the heart taken from a living human victim to the Aztec sun god and god of war, Huitzilopochtli
528600 Priest offering the heart taken from a living human victim to the Aztec sun god and god of war, Huitzilopochtli. Print of facsimile from Aztec Codex, published 1904

Idol Vitzliputzli (Huitzilopochtli). Mexican idol. Engraving. Historia de la Conquista de Mexico, poblacion, y progresos de la America septentrional

Hernan Cortez in Mexico
Hernan Cortez landing at Tabasco, Mexico 10, presented with 20 women including Marina by the Mayans 11, and destroying a Mayan temple and idols 12. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rev

The Great Temple of Vitsliputsli in Mexico City, illustration from
STC89248 The Great Temple of Vitsliputsli in Mexico City, illustration from Religious Ceremonies and Customs, engraved by Bernard Picart (1673-1733) 1722 (engraving) by French School

An Aztec priest removes a mans heart in a human sacrifice
An Aztec priest removes a mans heart in a ritual with an obsidian knife on a sacrificial stone and offers it to the god Huitzilopochtli. Several young acolytes hold down the victim

Hernan Cortez destroying the Spanish fleet 13, Montezuma arriving on a gold palanquin to meet Cortez 14
6337840 Hernan Cortez destroying the Spanish fleet 13, Montezuma arriving on a gold palanquin to meet Cortez 14, and Mayan priests making a human sacrifice to Huitzilopochtli 15 by English School

Huitzilopochtli (back) (engraving)
980539 Huitzilopochtli (back) (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Huitzilopochtli (back)

MEXICO: HUITZILOPOCHTLI. The Aztec god of war and patron of Tenochtitlan. Drawing from the Codex Borbonicus, 16th century

Codex Magliabecchi. Ritual human sacrifice to god Huitzilopochtli. Aztec art. Miniature Painting

Pre-Columbian Art. Aztec. Pyramid of Santa Cecilia Acatitlan. Main staircase. Mexico

MEXICO: AZTEC SACRIFICE. An Aztec priest performing a ritual offering of a human heart to the god Huitzilopochtli. Manuscript illumination from the Codex Magliabechiano, mid-16th century

Priest offering the heart taken from a living human victim to the Aztec sun god and god of war, Huitzilopochtli. Print of facsimile from Aztec Codex, published 1904. Human Sacrifice

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"Huitzilopochtli: Unveiling the Customs and Sacrifices of Ancient Mexico" Step into the captivating world of Huitzilopochtli, the Mexican idol who held immense significance in Aztec culture. This 150 caption takes you on a journey through time, exploring customs, sacrifices, and the profound influence this deity had on ancient Mesoamerican civilization. At the heart of Aztec society lay their devotion to Huitzilopochtli. Revered as the god of war and patron of Tenochtitlan, his worship was intertwined with elaborate rituals and ceremonies that shaped their way of life. One cannot delve into Huitzilopochtli's realm without encountering human sacrifice - a practice deeply ingrained in Aztec tradition. An image emerges before our eyes; an Aztec priest removing a man's heart during a chilling act of ritualistic sacrifice. Such offerings were believed to appease Huitzilopochtli and ensure prosperity for their empire. The arrival of Hernan Cortez in Mexico brought about significant changes to this sacred landscape. As Spanish conquistadors clashed with indigenous civilizations, they encountered Montezuma arriving on a gold palanquin to meet Cortez himself – an encounter that would shape history forever. Amidst these tumultuous times stood The Great Temple of Vitzliputzli in Mexico City – an architectural marvel symbolizing both power and faith. Illustrated from Codex Magliabecchi comes an engraving depicting Mayan priests making human sacrifices to honor Huitzilopochtli atop this awe-inspiring structure. Pre-Columbian art offers glimpses into this rich tapestry; one such example being Pyramid Santa Cecilia Acatitlan – its intricate carvings reflecting reverence towards deities like Huitzilopochtli. This caption unravels another layer - showcasing not only religious practices but also the clash of civilizations.