Problem
a) Although it is impossible to know exactly what the Mayans thought about many ideas, examine the meanings the Popol Vuh attaches to one of the following: nature, the divine, justice, courage.
b) Using specific examples, what does the Popol Vuh show about death and pride?
c) How is the creation story in the Popol Vuh told? What characteristics does it focus on? What does this show us about how it means to be human?
d) Discuss the hero twins and what you make of their journey.