OXLAJUJ I’X ~ Today’s Ch’umil

Nawal I'xThis day brings with it a profound magic that invites us to connect with our being, with our senses, to not seek for guidance outside of ourselves, but to remember that the awakening lies within us.

Let us make a journey within, for there we will find the force that guides our steps, we will find the ancient wisdom, we will see our light and remember all that we have forgotten, those powers that reside in our being and which are only waiting for us to remember them, to awaken and activate them.

This is a day of high magic in which the impossible becomes possible, and all that we need to achieve it we can find in ourselves.
Este día trae una profunda magia que nos invita a conectar con nuestro ser, con nuestros sentidos, a no poner la mirada fuera de nosotros para encontrar quien nos guíe, sino a recordar que el despertar está en nuestro interior.

Hagamos un viaje hacia adentro, pues ahí hallaremos la fuerza que guía nuestros pasos, encontraremos la sabiduría ancestral, veremos nuestra luz y recordaremos todo aquello que hemos olvidado, esos poderes que residen en nuestro ser y que solamente están esperando que les recordemos, que los despertemos y activemos.

Este es un día de alta magia en el que lo imposible se vuelve posible, y todo aquello que necesitamos para alcanzarlo lo podemos encontrar en nosotros mismos.

KAB’LAJUJ AJ ~ Today’s Ch’umil

Nawal AjAj symbolizes the energetic foundations that strengthen our being and our reality. Its energy sustains and gives structure to our body, which is the temple and altar of our spirit, that sacred space that allows our evolution in this existence. Aj is our spiritual power and strength. The number Kab’lajuj (12) connects us to the cosmic and subtle planes, it opens our consciousness and elevates our being.

This day invites us to become aware of all that we are, not only physically but also energetically. Today Kab’lajuj Aj reminds us of the importance of taking care of our whole being, of working on our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing, as each of these aspects are pillars that hold us and give us strength. Let us learn to pay attention to our body and its natural rhythms, let us breathe and become aware of our being, let us listen to what it tells us in order to follow its harmonic rhythm.
Aj simboliza los cimientos energéticos que fortalecen nuestro ser y nuestra realidad. Su energía sostiene y da estructura a nuestro cuerpo, que es el templo y altar de nuestro espíritu, ese espacio sagrado que permite nuestra evolución en esta existencia. Aj es nuestro poder y fortaleza espiritual. El número Kab’lajuj (12) nos conecta a los planos cósmicos y sutiles, abre nuestra consciencia y eleva nuestro ser.

Este día nos invita a tomar consciencia de todo lo que somos, no solo físicamente sino energéticamente. Hoy Kab’lajuj Aj nos recuerda la importancia de cuidar nuestro ser completo, de trabajar en nuestro bienestar físico, mental, emocional y espiritual, pues cada uno de estos aspectos son pilares que nos sostienen y dan fuerza. Aprendamos a escuchar a nuestro cuerpo y sus ritmos naturales, respiremos y tomemos consciencia de nuestro ser, escuchemos lo que nos dice para poder seguir así su ritmo armónico.

JULAJUJ E ~ Today’s Ch’umil

Nawal ELet us open our vision to see each experience we live as a tool from which the wisdom we require to navigate the paths of our life emerges. Let us remember that every road we travel leads us to find ourselves and fulfill the purpose of our existence.

Julajuj E invites us to recognize, understand, and embrace the teachings that we gather on each path we walk, because they give us the wisdom and strength we need to overcome any obstacle that comes along our way. Julajuj E speaks of not remaining stuck in our difficulties, of moving towards our development, towards our destiny, but doing so without forgetting the importance of walking each path at our own pace, remembering that the journey of life is not a competition.

Let us enjoy the diversity of landscapes that each path brings, let us make the best of this journey called existence.
Abramos nuestra visión para ver cada experiencia que vivimos como una herramienta de la que surge la sabiduría que necesitamos para recorrer los caminos de nuestra vida. Recordemos que todos los senderos que transitamos nos conducen a encontrarnos con nosotros mismos y cumplir el propósito de nuestra existencia.

Julajuj E nos invita a reconocer, comprender y abrazar las enseñanzas que vamos recogiendo en cada sendero por el que andamos, pues estas nos van dando la sabiduría y fortaleza que necesitamos para vencer cualquier obstáculo que se presente en nuestro camino. Julajuj E nos habla de no quedarnos estancados en nuestras dificultades, de movernos hacia nuestro desarrollo, hacia nuestro destino, pero hacerlo sin olvidar la importancia de caminar cada sendero a nuestro propio ritmo, recordando que el camino de la vida no es una competencia.

Disfrutemos de la diversidad de paisajes que trae cada camino, saquemos lo mejor de este viaje llamado vida.

LAJUJ B’ATZ’ ~ Today’s Ch’umil

Nawal B'atz'B’atz’ is the infinite thread of time that weaves our history, and today as its energy closes the cycle of the Tz’apiq’ij to open the way to Julajuj E, the new carrier of the year, it reminds us that life is a beautiful journey and we have come here to enjoy it. That we should not wait for the circumstances to be perfect; if the day is gray, let us take the learning it brings and continue our walk with excitement and joy. That is what the journey is all about, enjoying the road, not taking things so seriously, learning to dance in the rain. It is all about deciding what attitude we want to take before the circumstances that life brings us. Now that we are in a time of reflection and recreating our selves, let us make the fabric of our existence one full of color and joy.
B’atz’ es el hilo infinito del tiempo que va tejiendo nuestra historia, hoy que su energía cierra este ciclo de Tz’apiq’ij para abrir paso a Julajuj E, el nuevo cargador del año, nos recuerda que la vida es un viaje hermoso y venimos aquí para disfrutarlo. Que no debemos esperar a que las circunstancias sean las perfectas; si el día es gris, tomemos el aprendizaje que nos trae y continuemos transitando con emoción y alegría. De eso se trata el recorrido, de disfrutar el camino, de no tomarnos las cosas tan en serio, de aprender a bailar bajo la lluvia. Todo está en decidir qué actitud queremos tomar ante las circunstancias que nos trae la vida. Ahora que estamos en un tiempo de reflexión y de recrearnos, aprovechemos a hacer del tejido de nuestra existencia uno lleno de color y alegría.

MAYA ZENITH SUN RETREAT – Discover the Traditional Maya Wisdom

Don’t miss the unique opportunity to witness the Zenith Sun, one of the most important cosmic events for the Maya Cosmovision! We are so excited to host this 7-day retreat that will take place on the sacred land of the Itza Maya People in Peten, Guatemala from May 5 to May 11, 2024. We invite you to join us on this magical journey where you will witness a plethora of breathtaking sights, as well as be immersed in the power of the jungle and pyramids of the ancient Maya land. This is truly the perfect setting to connect to the rich heritage that our elders have left us with, and which we are now sharing with the utmost respect for the tradition. You will work with traditional spiritual practices, the healing of nature, and the profound knowledge of Maya spiritual guides.

For us, it is important to give people a space for profound healing and personal attention, which is why we are only taking 10 spots and currently only have 8 spaces left!

We will have a USD $100 discount if you sign up before November 13.

 

If you have any questions please get in touch at +502 30975131or denise@mayaukux.com You can also check our full itinerary on our website https://www.mayaukux.com/retreats

Let us walk together in this powerful journey and allow the light and energy of the Sun as it passes through the Zenith to empower us.

Zenith Sun Retreat

B’ELEJB’ TZ’I’ ~ Today’s Ch’umil

Nawal Tz'i'The energy that is manifested during this day impels us to take responsibility for our existence in order to achieve our purpose in this life.

Let us remember that each one of us has the power to determine what we do with our lives; we are the authority of our existence. Let us use the power we have to choose to achieve our growth as individual beings and to contribute to the destiny of our community, of our planet.

On this day B’elejeb’ Tz’i’ reminds us of the importance of being human.
La energía que se manifiesta en este día nos impulsa a tomar responsabilidad de nuestra existencia para así alcanzar nuestro propósito en esta vida.

Recordemos que cada uno de nosotros tiene el poder de determinar lo que hace de su vida, somos la autoridad de nuestra existencia. Usemos el poder que tenemos de elegir para alcanzar nuestro crecimiento como seres individuales y para aportar al destino de nuestra comunidad, de nuestro planeta.

Hoy B’elejeb’ Tz’i’ nos recuerda la importancia de ser humanos.

WAJXAQIB’ TOJ ~ Today’s Ch’umil

Nawal TojThe challenge that may come with the Iq’ trecena is that of having to get our thoughts and feelings in order, as they can become changeable and impulsive. Today, however, we are gifted with the healing fire of Toj that helps us find the serenity we need to calm our minds and listen to our inner selves. The wisdom of Toj reminds us of the immense power that arises when we open ourselves to experience and express our emotions from a place of tranquility and awareness. In this moment of ceremonial days, the power of the Sacred Fire of Toj brings us closer to our essence, it invites us to the transformational healing that emerges from being grateful, listening, and connecting with what we feel.
El reto que puede traer la trecena de Iq’ es el de trabajar en ordenar nuestros pensamientos y sentimientos, pues estos pueden sentirse un tanto cambiantes e impulsivos, pero hoy el fuego sanador de Toj nos ayuda a encontrar la calma que necesitamos para relajar nuestra mente y así poder escuchar a nuestro ser interior. La sabiduría de Toj nos recuerda el inmenso poder que surge cuando nos abrimos a experimentar y expresar nuestras emociones desde un lugar de tranquilidad y consciencia. En este momento de días ceremoniales la fuerza del Fuego Sagrado de Toj nos acerca nuestra esencia, nos invita a esa sanación transformadora que surge de agradecer, escuchar y conectar con lo que sentimos.

WUQUB’ Q’ANIL ~ Today’s Ch’umil

Nawal KiejThe wisdom of Wuqub’ Q’anil emerges with this day, and its energy comes to remind us that everything we plant bears fruit. That the work we do within ourselves, the time we dedicate to our growth, and the ideas, words, and actions we nurture, are the seeds that sprout to create our reality. During this period of five days of purification and encounter with our being, let us not forget that we have the inner power to achieve what we want; that the tools that allow us to find harmony and happiness, to create the life we dream of, are within us, we do not have to seek any further.
Con este día emerge la sabiduría de Wuqub’ Q’anil, la energía que nos recuerda que todo lo que plantamos da fruto, que el trabajo que hacemos en nosotros, el tiempo que dedicamos a nuestro crecimiento, las ideas, palabras y acciones que nutrimos son semillas que brotan y van creando nuestra realidad. En este período de cinco días de purificación y encuentro con nuestro ser, no olvidemos que tenemos el poder interior para alcanzar aquello que queremos; que las herramientas para encontrar la armonía y felicidad, para crear la vida que soñamos, están en nosotros, no tenemos que buscar tan lejos.

WUQUB’ KEJ ~ Today’s Ch’umil

Nawal KiejKej is the energy reminds us that we must return to the consciousness of nature, to understand that we are an integral part of creation, of the spirit of earth and its elements. This Ch’umil calls us to live in balance and harmony with Mother Earth and with every being with whom we share this world.

The energies of this day teach us that in our connection with Mother Nature and all her elements we can find our wisdom and balance, we can harmonize our energy and recharge ourselves during the complicated moments of life. Let us remember that in the plants, trees, animals, crystals, water, fire and in every element of nature there is healing and wisdom, that they are also our ancestors. Let us nourish ourselves today with all the magic and knowledge of Mother Earth.
Kej es la energía que nos recuerda que debemos retornar a la conciencia de la naturaleza, comprender que somos una parte integral de la creación, del espíritu de la tierra y sus elementos. Este Ch’umil nos hace un llamado a vivir en equilibrio y armonía con la Madre Tierra y con cada ser con quien compartimos este mundo.

Las energías de este día nos enseñan que en nuestra conexión con la Madre Naturaleza y con todos sus elementos podemos encontrar nuestra sabiduría y equilibrio, podemos armonizar nuestra energía y recargarnos durante los momentos complicados de la vida. Recordemos que en las plantas, los árboles, los animales, los cristales, el agua, el fuego y en cada elemento de la naturaleza hay sanación y sabiduría, que ellos también son nuestros ancestros. Nutrámonos hoy de toda la magia y saber de la Madre Tierra.

Maya Day of the Dead

Maya Dia de Los Muertos
Cemetary on Dia de los Muertos

One of the pillars of traditional Maya spirituality is that of paying homage to the memory of our ancestors through our ceremonies, prayers, and rituals, as we understand the importance of the roads they walked before us and the power of their heritage, guidance, and wisdom in the path that we are traversing together as a lineage.

We acknowledge how essential and powerful it is that our ancestors remain present in our spirituality and in our hearts, and while we are grateful for and honor our Elders each day, we also have a special time to remember them. This time is the days of November 1st and 2nd, which is when we celebrate the memory of those who left this dimension before us.

Although these dates coincide with the Catholic celebrations of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, which is somewhat related to the religious syncretism that took place after the Spanish invasion of America, the Maya Elders tell us that the true importance of these dates lies in the Heart of the Sky. During these days there is a subtle line in which the realities of this world and the world of those who have passed touch, this energetic portal that connects us with the other dimension is opened by the Nadir passage of the Sun. During the Nadir the Sun is directly below us, shining over our ancestors and bringing us closer to them.

The Nadir and the Zenith passages of the Sun —during the Zenith the Sun is directly overhead—, are complementary astronomical events that connect us with the Heart of the Earth and the Heart of the Sky, with the realms and dimensions of above and below.

On this moment of Nadir, let us honor our ancestral Grandfathers and Grandmothers. Let us remember that we come from a long lineage of ancestors and that their accomplishments, struggles, and evolution have been passed down to us as a legacy for our lives. We are influenced by all the ancestors that came before us, which is why reminiscing their memory, their value, celebrating them and being aware that their existence is part of our origin, of our destiny, also helps us to come closer to our own purpose in life.

Today and tomorrow let us have them present in our altar, let us light candles on their memory, let us feed their souls and share with them, connect to their energy, wisdom, and essence. Let us thank them for their heritage, and let us say a prayer to honor them, to remember that a great part of who we are, a great part of our being, exists thanks to them.

“Oh Great Grandfathers and Grandmothers, great ancestors who have preceded us in this reality, in this day in which your presence is stronger we want to honor and remember you, we want to thank your legacy, your guide, and your protection. Our heart calls you so that your heartbeats attune with ours; we are your descendants, the seeds that you planted, the offspring that succeed you in the transit through this reality to carry on with the process of healing and growth of your legacy, for this we give thanks. Your consciousness has influenced the lineage of which we are a part, your achievements and shortcomings have brought us to this moment and for this, we ask that together we can move forward to fulfill the destiny that was outlined at the beginning of Creation. We ask your guidance to fulfill our individual life’s purpose and the destiny that we share as a lineage. We give thanks for your existence, your heritage, and your energy in our lives. We honor the life of each and every one of you and for it, we give thanks, three times we give thanks.”

 

 

 

Organization for Mayan and Indigenous Spiritual Studies