Conclusion

As has been expounded throughout this site, the Popol Vuh contains a system of morals, the most prominent among them being the importance of thought and praise to the gods, avoiding "self-magnification", and the value of courage.

The Popol Vuh, throughout the account of the creation of the earth until the tribes' conflict, shows the value of thought and praising the gods to the Mayans. A constant theme is the putting down of "self-magnification." Seven Macaw and the opposing tribes to the Quiché both become prideful and the gods bring them down due to that pride. The adventures of Xbalanque and Hunauhpu along with the defense of the Quiché exemplify the value of courage.

The Popol Vuh is an outstanding piece of literature representing Mayan morals.

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FOOTNOTES

Image of Mayan map from The Mayan Traveler

Image of Xbalanque taken from Mayan Pantheon