taboos and laws
The Tlatoani was the ruler of the Aztecs. Tlatoani means Great Speaker. The Tlatoani was in charge of the courts, priesthood, and the army. He also communicated with the Aztec gods.
The Aztec religion included human sacrifices in rich ceremonies to the gods. Dress was also important in all parts of Aztec life. The Aztec worshiped hundreds of gods and goddesses. Having represented a different aspect of life. The main Aztec god that demanded sacrifices was HUITZILOPOTCHLI. He was the god that showed them where to settle and was well respected. Often the Aztecs would sacrifice people that had robbed or committed a crime. Although this created part of the sacrifices, the main sacrifices came from prisoners of war.
The Aztecs were a harsh people. Here are some examples of crimes and punishments.
The Aztec religion included human sacrifices in rich ceremonies to the gods. Dress was also important in all parts of Aztec life. The Aztec worshiped hundreds of gods and goddesses. Having represented a different aspect of life. The main Aztec god that demanded sacrifices was HUITZILOPOTCHLI. He was the god that showed them where to settle and was well respected. Often the Aztecs would sacrifice people that had robbed or committed a crime. Although this created part of the sacrifices, the main sacrifices came from prisoners of war.
The Aztecs were a harsh people. Here are some examples of crimes and punishments.