Today we see a combination of masculine energy of Aj with the feminine energy of the number 9 bringing forward some very interesting and beneficial properties. –Mark Elmy
Aj: Pillar • Spine • Core • Leader • Instrument of Power • Work • Family • Home • Foundations • Boundaries • Virtues • Principles • Rectitude • Multiplication • Renewal • Altar • Sacred Spaces
Pronunciation: “Agh” Direction: North Sacred Animal: Armadillo Energy Places: Beaches, Lowland Forests Colors: Brown, White, Yellow Body Parts: Spinal Column Yucatec: B’en Mexica: Acatl
Aj Glyph: The vertical lines or stalks at the top of the glyph that come only partway down signify spiritual growth. The horizontal line, symbolizing multiplication and the horizon, is an altar table, and the sacred trees, such as the ceiba and coral tree, with their roots, trunk, and canopy, also represent a table or altar. –Carlos Barrios
Aj: Aj symbolizes the pillars of inner strength, it is the channel that connects us to the cosmos and the earth, which unites us with everything so that we flow in sync with life. It is our spine, the structures of our body, of our home, it is the energetic foundations that sustain the essence of everything, that sustain creation and our reality. –Denise Barrios
Aj cultivates the knowledge of human nature gained through joint, community work. It personifies integrity, honesty, and rectitude. It has the characteristics of cosmic expansion. –Carlos Barrios
Diana’s Observations:
Aj—nawal of rectitude, structure, and foundational principles—merges with the subtle, sensible essence of Power 9 today. Embodying moral strength, renewal, and the power to multiply, Aj preserves values and enacts order, sustaining continuity and the expansion of life. 9 channels this order into intuitive-emotional realms, inspiring flexibility and internal transformation through an artistic, creative spirit. 9 Aj cultivates awareness of the hidden world, inviting us to soften, stretch, and adapt to change, nurturing growth from nuanced inner landscapes.
As the Kan Trecena guides the cultivation of inner fire and strength, 9 Aj draws us inward to sacred spaces—a stabilizing return to heart and origin, nourishing and resetting our core. Aj, symbolizing the spine—the ladder for our inner fire—reflects the importance of both literal and figurative posture. With the transformative power of 9, this day invites reflection on the internal pillars sustaining inner peace, poise, and harmony, supporting the confidence and radiance to fulfill intentions, projects, and aspirations.
Personifying honesty and hidden powers, 9 Aj invites a sincere inner scan of what we resist, what needs to be expressed and purified, so we may reemerge with greater clarity. This energy works invisibly, renewing firmness and conviction in our purpose. Carrying the power of clairvoyance, telepathy, and bodily cues, it helps us access deeper truths, channeling ethical movement toward personal evolution. The day asks for integrity with ourselves before extending support outward.
Defined as the cane, trunk of the Tree of Life, Aj days invite us to stand firm and strong with our values and choices. Difficulties only strengthen our growth. The spiritual, protective energy of 9 Aj evokes Grandmotherly wisdom, guiding our views and attitudes so we may ripen and bear new fruit on our personal journey. This day is auspicious to deepen self knowledge and work with our vulnerability, transforming our weak points with love and flexibility into impenetrable light.
Practical Applications & Programming of the Day:
Auspicious for: Meditation and reflection; nurturing inner leadership; honoring feelings and intuition; attending to body signals; emotional work and therapy; tending spine health (yoga, spinal adjustments); cultivating health and order in the home; enhancing altar or sacred spaces; quality time with family and children; organizing and beautifying spaces; acting with integrity; practicing compassion; improving home security; making structural renovations; teaching children with wisdom and gentleness
Armadillo symbolism encompasses many rich layers of meaning. This unique animal reminds us to connect with the earth, protect our inner self, and adapt to challenges without losing our essence.
The armadillo meaning also relates to establishing healthy boundaries, feeling secure in our own “skin,” and exploring life’s mysteries. Like a spirit guide, the armadillo urges us to root down while remaining flexible, illustrating its connection to the earth.
The armadillo spirit animal is also strongly connected with healing and renewal. Its natural armor reminds us that we should never forget the comforting protection of our spirit.It encourages us to stay open and filled with love, despite any fear or anxiety about the future. –Richard Blanton
Observations by Mayan Spiritual Guides:
9 Aj Aj represents a number of properties associated with the masculine energy within traditional societies. These include leadership, strength and courage, the typical qualities of the wise old grandfather. Today these qualities are combined with the number of the divine feminine, and of life itself.
The energy of nawal Aj is seen as a benevolent and helpful energy, after all it represents the sustenance of society. When we take that energy in combination with the more feminine compassion and nurture from the number 9, it can be seen that this day has a very pleasant potential.
The number 9 also brings an independent streak. It represents the divine feminine and this energy is also strong, after all it is the representation of life itself. With this strength and independence combining with the nawal of the spinal column, this can be seen as a day where the energy supports you to stand up for yourself.
The additional feminine properties of the nine soften this beautifully to give a compassionate, yet self assured energy. It is a day to nurture the leader within.
This is a day to look to the female leaders within your community, the mothers and the grandmothers, for their support and guidance. –Mark Elmy
9 Aj Today we vibrate in the energy of Aj, which symbolizes the sacred spaces, which is a channel that connects our spiritual being with the force of the earth and the universe; and with the number B’elejeb’ (9), that is a creative and intuitive power, it is the number that brings the energy of love.
The wisdom that arises with this day teaches us to see our body as a temple, having the awareness that the force of nature and the cosmos exist in us, that we are sacred beings.
B’elejeb’ Aj speaks to us of the importance of valuing and accepting ourselves, of treating ourselves with love and respect, remembering to enjoy the spiritual experience of living our lives vibrating in love, consciousness, and gratitude; honoring our being.–Denise Barrios
✍🏼 Journal Prompts of the Day:
Where am I being called to adapt or soften old patterns, and how can I channel this flexibility into my relationships and work?
What areas of fragility or vulnerability within myself could benefit from greater nurturing and support?
