What is "mexitli"

Mexitli, "Mezitli", Mexi or Mezih was a legendary great leader and war priest of the Aztecs (before they became known as the Mexica, possibly in his honour) during the wandering years. According to Bernardino de Sahagún the name derives from the Nahuatl metl" and "zitli (Agave Hare).

Category:Aztec mythology and religion Category:Aztec gods Category:War gods