The Popol Vuh

Popol Vuh: Unveiling the Ancient Mayan Creation Myth

Transcribed from original Mayan hieroglyphs, the Popol Vuh unveils the mythology and history of the Kiche people from the Guatemalan Highlands of Central America. Its significance stems from the rarity of early Mesoamerican cultural accounts, largely lost due to the Spanish conquistadors’ destruction.

The Popol Vuh, translated as “Book of the Community,” “Book of Counsel,” or “Book of the People,” stands as a crucial resou…