Maya Mythology

The Maya Gods of Mesoamerica...

PAUAHTUN

Maya God

Also known as God N, Pavahtun, Pawahtun

A multi-God known as God N

He is that most tongue-twisty of deities, a quadripartite entity. In other words he — or they — come in four parts.

In this way he can control lots of things four at a time: four directions, four colors and four pillars holding up the Heavens.

His four aspects are better known as the Bacabs.

Pauahtun Facts and Figures

Name: Pauahtun
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: God N, Pavahtun, Pawahtun

Gender: Male
Type: God
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role:
In charge of: Many Things
Area of expertise: Many things, lots of stuff

Good/Evil Rating: NEUTRAL, may not care
Popularity index: 6376

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Article last revised on April 17, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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