Yum Kaax (Mayan pronunciation: [jum kʼaːʃ], "Lord of the forest"), also known as Yumká[1] is a Yukatek Maya name for the god of the wild vegetation and guardian of its animals.

Jul 7, 2012 · Yum Caax The god of the woods, of nature, of cacao, plants, and of the hunt. Also known as Yom Caax, Yum Kaax, Yum Ka'ax, he was regularly invoked by farmers before clearing the land for cultivation. He is regarded as a benevolent god who protects the plants and animals for human use and sustenance.

Jul 15, 2020 · The ancient Maya regarded Yum Kaax as a benevolent agricultural god symbolizing abundant life and prosperity. During the Classical period, he was identified as a priest watering corn grains over Mother Earth's head.

Yum Kaax, the Mayan god of forests, wildlife, and agriculture, holds a significant role in Maya culture. As the protector of the wilderness and important animals for hunters, Yum Kaax was revered as a youthful deity bearing the titles “lord of the forests” and “lord of the harvest.”

Godchecker guide to Yum Kaax (also known as God-E), the Maya God of Farming 🚜 from Maya mythology. Lord of the Jungle and Dynamic God of Agriculture.

Yum Kaax is the Mayan god and protector of wildlife. A few examples of wildlife he oversees include forests, agriculture, animals and hunters. Many sources state that he is the same god as Ah Mun, while others say they are separate deities.

May 4, 2016 · Yum Kaax was the son of Itzamná and Ixchel and one of the youngest Maya gods. The name Yum Kaax comes from the Maya words Yum, which means “lord” and Kaax, which stands for “forest” or “the wild”, therefore, his name literally means Lord of the Forest.

Jun 12, 2021 · Yum Kaax, is a name in the Mayan language to represent the god or deity of wild vegetation and as well as the guardian of its animals. He is known by other names such as Ah Mun, Yum K’aaz or Yum Uil according to other Mayan languages.

Yum Kaax is the Mayan god of corn, guardian of vegetation and protector of animals. He worships Yum Kaax, ensuring good harvests and success in hunting. His relationship with Chaac, the god of rain, is crucial to the growth of crops. Historically, his figure is associated with abundance and love between people.

Apr 22, 2015 · Yum Caax, a Maya god of maize. Modern relief inspired by a Maya hieroglyph. (Teplice Botanical Gardens, Czech Republic)