Why Aztecs KILLED Children

From the tears of sacrificed children bringing rain to the New Fire Ceremony's cosmic significance, this episode of Religion Camp we explore one of history's most misunderstood religious practices. We're diving deep into Aztec cosmology to understand why they believed these rituals were necessary for the world's survival. How did the rain god Tlaloc's demands shape their society? What role did the mysterious Mesoamerican ballgame play in their sacrificial traditions? And what did Spanish conquistadors actually witness in Tenochtitlan? From skull masks to the feared Xipe Totec—'The Flayed One'—we're examining the complex beliefs behind these controversial practices. Welcome to Religion CAMP! 🏕️

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TIMESTAMP:
0:00 Ideology of Aztec Culture
2:03 Aztec Way of Life
6:48 Tlaloc Sacrifices
12:39 Chalchiuhtlicue Sacrifices
16:43 Spanish Writings of Sacrifice
22:18 Reasons For Cannibalism
22:59 Xipe Totec + The Flayed One
26:06 New Fire Ceremony + 52 Year Cycle
29:28 Skull Masks
32:59 Mesoamerican Ballgame
38:51 Peace Be With You