Entity: EL-NAHUAL
El-Nahual is a term derived from the Nahuatl language, referring to a guardian spirit or protective alter ego believed to reside in an animal form. It is deeply rooted in Mesoamerican indigenous beliefs and is associated with spiritual transformation and connection to the energetic realms beyond the physical world.
EL-NAHUAL
Etymology
The term 'El-Nahual' is derived from the Classical Nahuatl word 'nāhualli', meaning 'sorcerer, spirit, animal form a person may take'.
Definition
El-Nahual refers to a mystical guardian spirit or protective alter ego in Mesoamerican indigenous beliefs, often associated with spiritual transformation and connection to the spiritual world.
Historical Context
In Mesoamerican cultures, the concept of El-Nahual has deep historical roots, with beliefs in guardian spirits and animal forms playing a significant role in spiritual practices and rituals.
Cultural Significance
El-Nahual holds great cultural significance in Mexican and Central American indigenous communities, where it is believed to provide protection, guidance, and spiritual connection.
Related Concepts
El-Nahual is closely related to the concept of Nagual, which also refers to a guardian spirit or protective alter ego in Mesoamerican beliefs.
See Also
A mystical guardian spirit or protective alter ego in Mesoamerican indigenous beliefs, often associated with spiritual transformation and connection to the spiritual world.