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Inca Cosmology and Beliefs

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Which of the following best describes the relationship between Inti and the Inca emperors?

Inti was considered a rival to the Inca emperors within the Kay Pacha realm.

Inti served as a messenger between the Inca emperors and the Hurin Pacha.

The Inca emperors were considered to be direct descendants and representatives of Inti. (correct)

The Inca emperors were believed to be reincarnations of Inti, after their death they would return to Hanan Pacha.

What is the main relationship between Kay Pacha and Hurin Pacha in the Inca cosmology?

Kay Pacha is a reflection of Hurin Pacha, where everything that is in the living world also exists in the world of the dead.

Hurin Pacha is the origin of life in Kay Pacha, with the dead returning to the living as they are reborn.

Kay Pacha and Hurin Pacha exist in a state of constant conflict, with no interaction between the living and dead.

The dead of Kay Pacha transition to the Hurin Pacha, where they are eventually transformed into mummies. (correct)

Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a primary characteristic of Hanan Pacha?

It is considered the highest realm of existence.

It is the realm of the gods.

It is the place where the Inca mummies reside. (correct)

It is the location of the sun.

Based on the connections depicted, how would an Inca priest interpret the arrows relating to Inti, Kay Pacha, and Hurin Pacha?

<p>Inti's energy is the origin of life in Kay Pacha, and the dead in Hurin Pacha are a continuation of that life. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the Inca concept of the 'three worlds'?

<p>They are interconnected and interact with each other, forming a cyclical view of life, death, and the divine. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Hanan Pacha

The realm of the gods, the sun, and the living. This is the highest world in Inca cosmology.

Kay Pacha

The realm of humans, where life happens, including the Inca emperor. It's the middle world.

Hurin Pacha

The realm of the dead, the underworld forces, and where the deceased become mummies. This is the lowest world in Inca cosmology.

Inti

The principal god of the Inca, considered the father of the Inca emperors.

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Pachamama

The Earth Mother Goddess of fertility, representing the life-giving power of the earth.

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Inca Cosmology

Inca worldview connects three realms: the living (Kay Pacha), the dead (Hurin Pacha), and the heavens (Hanan Pacha).
The primary god is Inti (the sun god), considered the father of the Incas.
Other important gods include Viracocha (creator god), Pachamama (earth goddess), and Pachacamac (god of earthquakes).
The Temple of Coricancha (Temple of the Sun) was a significant religious site.
The Inca emperor (Sapa Inca) was considered divine.
The living are connected to the sun through the emperor.
The dead undergo a process of mummification and become mummies (mallquis).
The dead are honored and can influence the living.
The Inca believed in a cycle of life, death, and rebirth.
The Inca recognized other gods that were worshipped besides Inti.
Worship of the gods involved offerings and rituals.
The Inca empire had a complex system of religious beliefs and practices.

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Explore the intricate cosmology of the Inca civilization, highlighting their connection to three realms: the living, the dead, and the heavens. Delve into the importance of gods like Inti and Viracocha, alongside their significant rituals and beliefs surrounding life, death, and the divine nature of the Sapa Inca.