Younger Brother
deity sky Maya single tradition · 1
A mythological figure from Chiapas and western Guatemalan Highlands who becomes the Sun. He is the youngest sibling in a tale involving jealous Elder Brethren. His transformation into the Sun is a central theme in Maya origin mythology.
Relationships
- sibling of
- Elder Brethren
- manifests as
- Sun
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“Youngest One becomes the Sun, his mother becomes the Moon, and the Elder Brethren are transformed into wild pigs and other forest animals.”
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