Mayan children began working at age 5.
For life as part of the Mayan culture you were expected to be a contributor at a relatively young age. This meant that for the majority of children, both male and female, they began working at the tender age of 5 years old. Little girls were expected to handle chores within the home while boys were told to go out and assist the other men and working and plowing the fields. At this age as well most children were considered ‘adult’.
Mayan children began working at age 5
Blood sacrifice was an integral part of their culture.
For the ancient Maya there was no shame in blood sacrifice. In fact, blood sacrifice was an integral part of their spirituality. In fact, blood sacrifice persists even to this day. Don’t worry about it though, the existing Maya practice blood sacrifice with chicken and then they eat them afterward. Whatever floats your boat, we guess.
Blood sacrifice was an integral part of their culture
