Belief overview

Quetzalcoatl as deity and cultural hero

Quetzalcoatl occupies broad religious role as deity, culture, and mythical memory.

56%

Confidence

Supportive

Contrary

Neutral

What it is: Quetzalcoatl appears as Feathered Serpent and also as civilizing figure in various Mesoamerican traditions.

How the tradition understands it: He is linked to creation, culture, priesthood, wind, and religious memories prior to the Mexica empire.

Textual basis and context: Aztec religion incorporated him prominently into its own pantheon.

Objections and debates: The exact weight of his function varies greatly between periods and sources.

Documentary evidence

Supportive

Salat, daily prayer

salat,islam,prayer,liturgy

Salat is five daily prayers in Islam.

Reference: Salat in Islamic tradition.
Content: Salat is the five daily prayers in Islam; are performed at specific times facing Mecca; involve prostration and Quranic recitation; are second pillar of Islam.
Use in debate: Source to discuss Islamic practice, prayer, and liturgy.

Yazidis in Iraq

yazidis,iraq,minority,persecution

Yazidis are religious minority in Iraq.

Reference: Yazidi religion and its history.
Content: Yazidi religion emerged in 12th century Iraq; combines elements of Zoroastrianism, Christianity, and Islam; is persecuted by Islamic State; recognized as distinct religious minority.
Use in debate: Source to discuss religious minorities, persecution, and contemporary Middle East.