Tijax

Tijax—nawal of the obsidian blade—mirrors the penetrating clarity and sharpness of this ancient stone. Just as obsidian reflects reality with its clear and polished surface, Tijax serves as a mirror of truth to ourselves and to those around us.

Linked to the force of thunder, lightning, and volcanoes, Tijax acts as a tenacious energy that cuts through disharmony, negativity, and disease to restore balance. Its double edge signifies healing, integrity, liberation, and new understanding on one side, while the other bears sorrow, separation, pain, and potential discord.

Carrying agility in navigating both spiritual and physical realms, Tijax grants the ability to discern and sever what no longer serves with precision. It opens channels for healing and restoration in all aspects of life. As the sign of healers and warriors, Tijax embodies purification and active rebalancing. Intentional acts of cleaning, cutting, and pruning—whether in conflict, illness, or facing harsh truths—become fierce compassion that brings greater harmony.

Tijax: Knife • Obsidian • Purification • Separation • Healing • Truth • Surgery • Cutting • Releasing • Discernment • Refinement • Tenacious • Protection • Masculine Healing Energy

Pronunciation: “Teehash”
Direction: South
Sacred Animal: Toucan, Swordfish, Wolf
Energy Places: Lightning Storms, Cliffs, Waterfalls, Caves, Caverns
Colors: White, Red, Black
Body Parts: Teeth, Nails, Tongue
Yucatec: Etz’nab’
Mexica: Tecpatl