Thursday, September 11, 2008

Brief History of Maximon

  • also known as San Simon
  • Maximon is a pre-Columbian Mayan god of the underworld formerly known as Maam, or grandfather. His name is a combination between Maam and Simon. 
  • portrayed as a mustached man wearing a black suit, red tie, and wide-brimmed hat.
  • symbolizes chtnonic (concerning, belonging to, or inhabiting the underworld) male sexual power.
  • brings wealth and worldly success to those who enerate him.
  • given offerings of tobacco, alcohol, Coca Cola, etc. 

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