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Maya Lady Xoc Dec 10th 2011, 11:01 "Lady Xoc and the Vision Serpent," Lintel 25 from Yaxchilan. Stone carving (replica), Maya (circa AD 725), Chiapas State, Mexico John Weinstein, © The Field Museum This Maya carving of ruler Lady Xoc depicts her experience of a supernatural vision after performing a sacrifice of her own blood. Like many ancient American rulers, Maya elite like Lady Xoc, acted not only as political rulers of their community, but also the spiritual ones. Maya Civilization Archaeology of Mexico Courtly Ritual of the Maya, National Gallery of Art Ancient Americas at the Field Museum

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