On this last day of the trecena of Ajaw Kawoq, let us not forget that all we work on within ourselves is a gift for the growth we share with others. -Denise Barrios
B’atz Glyph: The top part of the glyph is a cone that has time rolled up in it. The cone descends to a triangle, which represents our dimension, and then to the sphere of the Earth, passing through the angles, which are the two polarities; masculine and feminine. –Carlos Barrios
B’atz symbolizes evolution, movement, motion, and development; initiation, affirmation, and favorable divination readings; intelligence and wisdom; and especially marriage and pregnancy.
B’atz is the nawal of the arts, artists, and the art of weaving, and as such, represents all concepts and elements of life related to art and weaving, from time itself–called by the Maya “the thread of life”–to the life-connecting umbilical cord. –Brigitte Rasine
Diana’s Observations:
B’atz, nawal of spirituality, bonds, time, and artistry, weaves today with the magic of Power 13. Symbolizing the umbilical cord and the thread of time, B’atz marks beginnings, endings, and the loom of interconnected human development. 13 brings dynamic movement, refined perception, and profound transformation. Together, 13 B’atz marks a day when solutions are born of sacred connection and the grace of divine timing.
Culminating the socially nurturing Kawoq Trecena, 13 B’atz invites us to reflect on the ties we’ve woven, shaping new realities, enriched connection, and new states of being. The theurgic power of 13 and the linking essence of B’atz remind us of our ability to unite the divine and the worldly, refining our awareness of how personal transformation ripples through the fabric of society—and how, in turn, society shapes us.
With the power to both weave and unravel, B’atz guides us to cultivate solutions and interlace diverse ideas, while also revealing the entanglements and knots that restrict our sense of freedom. The presence of 13, linked to ancestral realms, evokes our genetic lineage and inherited psychological patterns—those deep-seated influences and unconscious scripts passed through generations. These patterns can illuminate areas where our autonomy feels limited, pointing us toward the vital work of disentangling inherited bonds and reclaiming personal freedom as we move forward.
Today’s strong link to time, lineage, and our divine powers invites us to align with life’s greater rhythms. As we seal the social and familial lessons of the Kawoq cycle, 13 B’atz encourages us to walk in wisdom and love, embrace change, and discern when to act or quietly observe. This day calls us to bring order by channeling its energies of resolution and innovation, spiritually clearing the way for the upcoming E’ Trecena and its focus on self-discovery.
Practical Applications & Programming of the Day:
Auspicious for: Materializing creative ideas; collaborative arts; weaving ideas and plans together; beautifying; problem solving; artistic projects; family or group projects; resolving communal issues; family therapy; healing family or ancestral wounds; finalizing projects; performance, dancing, painting, music production; healing arts; working on marriage issues; thinking outside the box to solve issues; creative work in business or vocation
The monkey spirit animal encourages us to remain curious and open-minded in our daily lives. In addition to curiosity, the monkey spirit animal symbolizes playfulness, reminding us of the importance of laughter and joy in our lives.
As a spirit animal, the monkey also serves as a reminder that we have the ability to find solutions to our problems by using our intellect and ingenuity. By thinking outside the box and embracing new approaches, we can find more efficient and effective ways to reach our goals and overcome adversity.
Monkeys are highly social animals that rely on strong bonds and communication within their groups. The monkey spirit animal emphasizes the value of community, highlighting the importance of surrounding ourselves with supportive, like-minded individuals who can help us grow and achieve our goals.
Observations by Mayan Spiritual Guides:
13 B’atz Today you may gain inspiration from the ancestral creations of your region. Your distant ancestors may communicate something vital to incorporate into your new weaving through their ancient patterns.
This is not just a day about creating art, B’atz represents the weaving of time to create the sacred calendar. This was the legacy of the ancestors here in Central America, and we may expect some intuition to pass from them through their work, through their creation, to illuminate our understanding of the movement of time itself. –Mark Elmy
13 B’atz In every moment we live, there is medicine for our being.
Time, which is the thread that weaves our lives, brings transformation and growth with every moment. We develop and expand by fully living each instant, for it is in the small experiences we live each day where the deepest growth happens.
Let us live life with awareness, setting intention in each moment. Let us allow ourselves to feel our emotions, let us allow ourselves to be. This is the teaching and the medicine of Ajaw Oxlajuj B’atz’.
Let us also remember that to transform ourselves we must heal, and to heal we must care for our being with love, which is one of the most powerful forces that exist.–Denise Barrios
✍🏼 Journal Prompts of the Day:
As one cycle closes and another prepares to begin, what solutions, innovations, or realizations am I ready to offer—both for myself and for the collective good?
How can I consciously weave the sacred and practical in my life to cultivate new insights or solutions?
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This morning I joined my first call with a mandala of women - rooted in sisterhood, transformation and soul expansion. As we shared dreams, intentions, and support, I felt the invisible threads weaving us together.
To begin this journey on a day dedicated to the loom of life… it feels like divine alignment. 🌿🧵
This morning I joined my first call with a mandala of women - rooted in sisterhood, transformation and soul expansion. As we shared dreams, intentions, and support, I felt the invisible threads weaving us together.
To begin this journey on a day dedicated to the loom of life… it feels like divine alignment. 🌿🧵
Was able to witness the closeout phase of a decade long community project today thanks to the monkey’s curiosity. Feeling the divine timing!