The picture represents Matlalcueye, goddess of waters, and consort of Tlaloc, god of rain, as darting down toward earth.
She was the wife of Tlaloc, the rain god, and played a crucial role in purifying the earth and preparing it for a new cycle of creation.
As Tlaloc's consort, Chalchiuhtlicue shared responsibilities over water and weather.
God: Tlaloc
Description: Tlaloc, the god of rain, ruled this sun.
God: Tlaloc, the god of rain, water, and fertility, ruled this era.
Tlaloc was a prominent deity in Aztec mythology, associated with agriculture and sustenance through rain.
This transformation reflects the close association with the sky and the rain that characterized Tlaloc's influence.
According to the myth, Tlaloc caused a devastating downpour of fire and burning stones that destroyed the world.
Divine Involvement: Deities like Chalchiuhtlicue (goddess of water) or Tlaloc (rain god) orchestrated the event.