Popol Vuh translates to "Book of the Quiche (Native American people)" which is large and structured set of texts depicting Mayan mythological and historical texts. Francisco Ximénez discovered the original book at the beginning of the 18th century , which assisted in a more knowledgeable understanding of their civilization. ... At the beginning of humanity, spiritual powers became separated into supernatural beings. ... The Maya's believed if you hung yourself even if it is for personal troubles like depression or sorrow, a Goddess of the Gallows, Ixtab, would bring yo...

• Word Count: 1497
• Approx Pages: 6
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• Grade Level: High School

Keep in mind that all actions taken by the church weren't particularly violent; since in Biblical terms the Church is supposed to promote peace, but ramifications of certain actions taken by these eminent religious figures posed results of catastrophic proportions. ... If you have so much power, why not use it to promote peace and tranquility, instead of violence. ... A lot of the criminals in modern times that commit transgressions in the name of religion have a hard time separating what is morally right and what is permitted, in their views, by religion. ... Mar...

• Word Count: 2047
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School