Chicomecoatl
Chicomecoatl, the goddess of sustenance and the life-giving maize, was a revered figure in the Aztec pantheon. The number seven, associated with luck and generative power, held significance in her name, further emphasizing her importance. Often portrayed as the consort of the corn god, Centeotl, Chicomecoatl’s connection to maize was undeniable.
Symbol: Maize
Consort: Centeotl
Aztec documents depicted Chicomecoatl with a vibrant red body and face, symbolizing life and vitality. Her distinctive headdress, a rectangular fan of red paper, visually represented her connection to the maize plant and its bountiful harvest. Sculptures often featured her holding a double ear of corn in each hand, emphasizing her role as the goddess of sustenance.
Chicomecoatl’s influence extended beyond agriculture. She was associated with fertility, abundance, and the cycle of life and death. Her image was often found in temples and on altars, serving as a reminder of the earth’s nurturing power and the importance of maize to Aztec civilization.
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