Aj

Aj embodies the central pillar connecting Earth and Sky. Its name, meaning “cane plantation,” aligns with symbols of the reed, bamboo, or rod—evoking uprightness, structure, and the vital channel through which energy flows both cosmically and terrestrially.

At its core, Aj signifies rectitude, foundational principles, and moral strength that sustain harmony within individuals and communities. It is the force of order and conviction, ensuring renewal and abundance—like the harvests that continually sustain a people. Aj embodies sincerity, skill, and a commitment to doing what is right.

Beyond personal integrity, Aj represents the physical and social structures that uphold society: the pillar of the house, the foundation of the family, and the ethical backbone of the community. Aj is also associated with the cornfield, a source that nurtures life. Through Aj, harmony and renewal endure, preserving values and abundance for generations to come.

Aj: Pillar • Spine • Core • Leader • Instrument of Power • Work • Family • Home • Foundations • Virtues • Principles • Rectitude • Upstanding • Multiplication • Renewal • Altar • Sacred Spaces

Pronunciation: “Agh”
Direction: North
Sacred Animal: Armadillo
Energy Places: Beaches, Lowland Forests
Colors: Brown, White, Yellow
Body Parts: Spinal Column
Yucatec: B’en
Mexica: Acatl