Johanna Broda is a prominent ethnologist and historian at UNAM whose work has redefined the study of Mesoamerican cosmovision. Her research focuses on the intersection of astronomy, the ritual calendar, and the observation of nature to explain how ancient societies structured their world. Key Concepts in Broda's Work

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provides a synthesis of how this work shaped the modern study of Mesoamerican worldviews.

Broda defines "cosmovisión" as a structured view of nature and the universe in relation to humanity. Key pillars of her research include:

Power and Legitimacy: Broda emphasizes that the ruling elite used these complex calendar systems to mediate between the divine and the commoners, thereby legitimizing their political power through the control of time and ritual.

Further Reading Suggestion: If you find a PDF of Broda’s "Las fiestas de veintenas y la cosmovisión mexica" (often anthologized), pair it with David Carrasco’s City of Sacrifice for a complementary perspective.

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