Prayer and Invocation
The proper way to address the gods and ancestors through prayer.
Mayan prayer follows specific forms - addressing each direction, invoking appropriate deities, stating one's lineage and need, and making offerings. Prayer is not casual request but formal communication with the sacred. Proper form shows respect and increases effectiveness.
Speak to the gods as you would speak to honored elders - with respect and clarity.
Formal prayer structure reflects Mayan understanding of proper divine-human relations.
Living Tradition