Rituals of the modern Maya: a strong undercurrent of Precolumbian belief pervades much of today's religious practice
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Religious practices of the modern Maya show a great deal of continuity with Precolumbian religious concepts, despite an overlay of Catholicism. Cooperation between archaeologists and anthropologists thus promises to increase knowledge of the religious rites and practices depicted in Precolumbian Maya art. For example, caves have long been focal points for worship in Mesoamerican religion, such as the painted cave of Naj Tunich in Guatemala, which has drawn pilgrims beginning in the first century BC, continuing throughout the Classic period (AD 250-900), down to today.
Publication Name: Archaeology
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0003-8113
Year: 1997
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Redating the Madrid Codex: Maya manuscript may postdate the Spanish conquest
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The Madrid Codex, one of only four surviving Maya codices, may date to after the arrival of the Spanish in Mexico. The document has some European paper embedded in it, suggesting the later date, although some scholars believe sthe paper may have been added later to repair a page. Further studies of the original document are needed to decide the issue.
Publication Name: Archaeology
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0003-8113
Year: 1999
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Faux Maya
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The Maya site of Pole, Mexico, has been developed into an eco-archaeological park called Xcaret. The park attempts to combine education and entertainment, although some Mayanists are offended by the concept. The site provides an enjoyable experience for tourists at what would otherwise be a minor site likely to be overlooked.
Publication Name: Archaeology
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0003-8113
Year: 1999
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