The Mayan Scepter of the god K'awiil, represented by lightning and the essence of mental and physical fertility. The intricate working of white jade on all sides, signifies the importance of this god in particular. K'awiil was an integral part of the Maize God's power, he would emerge in smoke when conjured. The scepter was used to connect the ruler and his people with the cosmos by transforming them into a deity or demi-god or conjuring gods and ancestors to participate in dances. God K is considered one of the most identifiable Maya gods, with his snaky face, serpent for a foot and flaming torch protruding from the forehead.
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