Cynthia Fay Davis: The myth of the moon goddess

The myth of the moon goddess

The sun god was in love with the moon goddess, Ix Chel. But the goddess' grandfather was very possessive, and would not let the sun god anywhere near his beloved granddaughter. Desperate to be together, they escaped and were ready to light up the sky with their powerful rays. Unfortunately, their love story doesn't end happily ever after. Cynthia Fay Davis details the Maya myth of Ix Chel. [Directed by The Animation Project, narrated by Bethany Cutmore-Scott, music by Salil Bhayani, cAMP Studio].

The myth of Ix Chel weaves a tale of longing, resilience, and rebirth among the Maya gods. After being killed by a lightning bolt while escaping her possessive grandfather, Ix Chel is revived by a magical swarm of dragonflies and emerges more brilliant than before. Her relationships with the sun god and the vulture king reveal cycles of love, jealousy, and independence. Over centuries, her story has evolved, blending historical and modern interpretations into a symbol of enduring cultural significance.