Numerous gods were associated with love, fertility, and marriage in the Mayan culture. Itzamna was Kukulcan and Kinich Ahau were some of these gods. They were often depicted as young women who seduced the Goddess of Moon. To obtain love and fertility, some Mayans believed they made pilgrimages to these temples.
Kukulcan
Kukulcan, in Mayan mythology was the creator god of rain. Mayans believed that the rain Kukulcan brought would cleanse the Earth. The god was often represented as a large serpent with a head that could sweep all of the country. Some of the statues of Kukulcan have been replaced with the heads of Mayan warriors and snake gods. Kukulcan, a powerful symbol for indigenous Mexican cultural heritage, is not being replaced.
Itzamna
Itzamna, a Mayan god was believed to have brought scientific and technological innovations to the ancient Maya. His power combined elements both from the heavens, Earth, and Underworld, making him a powerful force. He was also considered to have been the god medicine. Itzamna was worshiped by the Maya during the postclassic period. This was when many people had to suffer from various diseases and illnesses.
Kinich Ahau
The Maya sun god is known by the name Kinich Ahau. The Yucatec people of Central Mexico first used the name in the 16th century. In the Maya codices, the name is sometimes referred as "God G". The Classic period depicts the Maya sun god as a middle-aged man with large square eyes and an aquiline nose. His upper teeth are filed.
Ix Chel
Ix Chel was a fertility goddess, and was believed to have the power to cause great floods. According to legend, she was responsible for the creation of a special spindle at center of the universe and controlling the waters in an upside down jar. Her classical glyph has yet to be discovered, but Aztec mythology lists her corresponding gods. She was also associated with the Moon, waters, jaguar, and spiders, and was also the patron goddess of Cozumel, Mexico.
Buluc Chabtan
Buluc Chabtan, the Mayan god of war and violence, was also known as Buluc Chabtan. He is often shown holding a flame torch or a flint knives. The Mayans also called him "God F." He is associated with violent death and human sacrifice. Some images show him with maggots around his neck. His image is powerfully symbolic of a god's power to overthrow violence. To achieve victory in war, the Mayans revered him.
Ek Chuah
Ek Chuah the Mayan god was one of Maya's most important deities. He was the patron saint of cacao and a major energy source. His images are visible in hieroglyphics found at various Maya sites. These images depict him defeating evil and causing havoc. He was a Maya god of significant importance, but his role in everyday life is still a matter of debate.
Ek Chuaj's generous side
Mayan gods often have dual natures. Ek Chuaj (the Mayan God who made cacao) was also the Mayan Goddess of war, destruction and chaos. So, Ek Chuaj was often seen with a lance and other weapons. While cacao was considered a delicacy by the Maya, the Maya also considered cacao to be a source of currency.