Large flowered candle

In the Mayan spirituality of Guatemala, each candle used in ceremonies has a special and profound meaning. These candles play a crucial role in ceremonies, as they represent a connection with Ajaw, the Creator and Former, and are used to communicate with him.

The colors of the candles—such as yellow, white, light blue, purple, green, pink, and blue—were chosen by the Mayan ancestors due to their direct relationship with the colors found in nature. Each color carries a unique symbolism and is associated with different spiritual and energetic aspects.

For example, yellow may represent sunlight and vital energy, white may symbolize purity and clarity, light blue may evoke peace and harmony, purple may suggest spirituality and transformation, green may be related to nature and fertility, pink may represent love and compassion, and blue may symbolize wisdom and truth.

These candles are not just objects of illumination but also symbols of beauty and harmony that add a special touch to Mayan ceremonies and rituals.