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Aztec Ethics and the Tonalamatl with James Maffie

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CHAPTER

Exploring Aztec Ethics and Symbolism

This chapter explores the complexities of Aztec ethics through the lens of divination practices, particularly highlighting the tonalamatl and its vibrant images. It also examines the symbolic significance of the skull rack, suggesting its deeper meanings related to maize regeneration and its role within the cultural and metaphysical framework of the Aztecs.

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