The Maya Balaam Legend
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ISBN10: 1162828773
ISBN13: 9781162828770
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 22
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.05 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781162828770
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 22
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.05 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Maya Balaam Legend is a book written by J. Fitzgerald Lee that explores the ancient Maya culture and mythology through the story of Balaam, a wise man and shaman who lived in the ancient city of Tikal. The book is based on the traditional Maya legends and beliefs about the supernatural world and the role of the Balaam as a mediator between the gods and the people.The story follows Balaam's journey as he faces numerous challenges and dangers, including battles with rival tribes, encounters with powerful spirits and demons, and the struggle to maintain his own spiritual balance and integrity. Along the way, he meets various characters, both human and supernatural, who help or hinder him in his quest.The book provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of the Maya culture, including their social, political, and religious practices, as well as their beliefs about the afterlife and the supernatural realm. It also highlights the importance of storytelling and oral tradition in preserving and passing down cultural knowledge and history.Overall, The Maya Balaam Legend is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the Maya civilization, mythology, and folklore. It offers a unique perspective on the ancient world and the enduring power of storytelling and tradition.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Great Migration, by J. Fitzgerald Lee. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766142140.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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