Category Archives: Daily Ch’umil

The Cholq’ij Calendar is a powerful tool for revealing natural cycles that relate to humans. By understanding the Nawal and number (energy) of each day, we are able to harmonize our lives and activities with the natural rhythm and order, advancing our personal and collective development. This tool requires more than an intellectual understanding; we realize it’s potential in our lives as we work with the energies on a daily basis.

Thanks to Denise Barrios, we are able to make this information more accessible by publishing the Nawal and number for each day, as well as an explanation for it’s meaning. This information is also being pushed out via social media.

10 Ajmaq – Today’s Ch’umil (Maya Day Sign)

Nawal AjmaqAjmaq represents curiosity, it is the energy that drives us in our search for knowledge and which allows us to explore the mysteries of life. Number 10 is the energy that connects us to the cosmic and the telluric. Open your mind and your heart to connect to the higher energies, to learn new things and dream new possibilities. Those who dare to dream new things are the ones who change the world.

8 I’x – Today’s Ch’umil (Maya Day Sign)

Nawal I'xThe mystic and feminine energy of I’x flows today with number 8, which represents strength and the male energy. This is the perfect day to work in harmonizing the male and the female powers, to create a balance between the material and spiritual, the physical and the ethereal. Take some time to meditate, focus your meditation on creating an inner harmony between these complementary energies.

7 Aj – Today’s Ch’umil (Maya Day Sign)

Nawal AjAj, represented by the cane and cornstalk, is the energy of rooting, regeneration, and abundance. Number 7 gives us the impulse we need to reach the peak. These energies help you grow and achieve. Use your potential, experience, and powers to move to higher levels, to grow and to help others grow. Remember that when you share, you multiply and create abundance in every level for yourself and for all.

6 E – Today’s Ch’umil (Maya Day Sign)

Nawal EE symbolizes the path that leads each human being to their destination, it is the steps we take in order to fulfill our purpose in life. Number 6 is the energy that brings us the challenges we need to evolve. Our mission in this life it to learn and grow, to become who we are meant to be. Take advantage of the teachings and obstacles that life puts in your path, they will help you develop.

5 B’atz’ – Today’s Ch’umil (Maya Day Sign)

Nawal B'atz'B’atz’ is the thread of destiny; anything that has occurred to us in the past, anything that is happening now, and everything that will occur in the future is the essence of B’atz. This Ch’umil also represents love, it is the energy that unites people. Number 5 symbolizes the love that we receive and which flows from us. Love is a very powerful healing energy. Share the love that you have inside, imagine what we could do if we all spread the energy of love, we could change the world.

3 Toj – Today’s Ch’umil (Maya Day Sign)

Nawal TojToj is the Sacred Ceremonial Fire that is lit to give thanks for our life, for all the things we have received during our existence. Number 3 symbolizes the results of our actions. This is a day for gratitude. Light a candle to represent the Sacred Fire and give thanks for all the blessings you have received, ask the Creator and the Maker that all the gifts He has given you will help you become a light-bearer that will illuminate and bring blessings to others.

2 Q’anil – Today’s Ch’umil (Maya Day Sign)

Nawal Q'anilQ’anil symbolizes the seed, it is the energy of creation. Everything that is planted under the auspices of this Ch’umil will bring forth good fruit. Number 2 represents both duality and union, it is the strength that comes from the fusion of two forces. The power of our thoughts are not enough to create what we want in life. We need to take action, and this is a great day to start. Plant the seeds of what you want to harvest tomorrow. Remember that our actions become stronger if we work together.

1 Kej – Today’s Ch’umil & Trecena Prayer

Nawal KiejKej is the energy of the forests and nature. It represents calmness, balance, and harmony. Number 1 symbolizes unity, it is a number that contains within it the strength and knowledge we need to learn and absorb. The convergence of these two energies enable us to connect to the wisdom that Mother Earth wants to share with us. Take some time during this day to connect to nature, she has so much to give you, ask these energies that you can listen to and understand her profound teachings and advice.
The energy of Kej has influence over the next thirteen days (trecena). Flow with and connect to this energy to absorb its strength, balance, and harmony.  During these days ask for the protection of Mother Earth, elevate your prayers for her.

Trecena Prayer by Don Pedro Ixchop

I thank you for this sacred day Ajaw, I ask you to strengthen my feet and my hands. I also ask you to strengthen my thoughts at every moment of my life, to prevent me from falling into the temptation of the adversary, of the enemy of the Sacred Spirituality. This will be the strength of my eyes, so that they will maintain the prosperity in your presence Ajaw, Heart of the Sky; Heart of Mother Earth. I ask you that my eyes won’t fall into the temptation of the adversaries, and in this way I can continue my spiritual offerings. That the mission that was given to me in this life will help me Ajaw, and that it will help Mother Earth. I ask that my mission of Chuchqajaw will be the strength of all the people that follow me in Maya Spirituality, and that I won’t feel any tiredness while being at your service Ajaw.  Maltiox, Maltiox, Maltiox, and four times Maltiox Ajaw.

Ajaw  Great Father or Supreme Being

Chuchqajaw  The name used to refer to the Father and Mother of the Universe. It is also the Name used to refer to the earthly guides or authorities. *In Maya culture what happens in the spirit world is replicated on earth.

Maltiox  Thank you