Understanding the Maya Calendar
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A source analysis worksheet exploring how the Maya created and used their calendar system.
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Understanding the Maya Calendar
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Source Analysis: The Maya Calendar System
Source A: Description of the Maya Calendar
"The Maya developed a complex calendar system that included the Haab, a 365-day solar calendar, and the Tzolk'in, a 260-day ritual calendar. These two cycles were combined in a process called the Calendar Round, which created a cycle lasting approximately 52 years. The Maya used the calendar to schedule religious ceremonies, agricultural activities, and political events. The calendar was central to Maya life, guiding them in their daily routines and spiritual practices. The Maya also believed that the calendar could predict future events and determine auspicious days for important activities. Their detailed inscriptions, often carved on stelae and ceramics, show their deep understanding of celestial movements and timekeeping.' Provenance: Dr. Maria Lopez, 2010, academic article on Maya civilization.
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