Chaac, or Chac, is the Mayan rain deity. Normally Chac is depicted having cat-like whiskers, a reptilian snout, and he's often fishing. He uses his lightning axe or snakes to strike the clouds and create thunder and rain. Chaac's actions influence the growth of maize and other vegetation as well as affect the other parts of nature. Weather such as rain, storms, and hailstorms were all considered to be the doing of Chaac. Like other Mayan gods, Chac could be represented as four gods, one for each direction (North, South, East, West).
Chaak Xib Chaac, Red Chaac of the East
Sak Xib Chaac, White Chaac of the North
Ex Xib Chaac, Black Chaac of the West
Kan Xib Chaac, Yellow Chaac of the South
The Mayan legend says the Chac broke open a huge rock and pulled maize out of it. This myth of Chaac was estimated to be drawn up more then 1000 years ago. Chaac is believed to be the oldest, continually worshipped god.
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