Question

why did the Aztecs engage in human a. to punish people who the law b. to keep their chief god strong c.to determine how would be the next emperor d. to punish their enemies who also engaged in human sacrifice

Answer 1

The Aztecs engaged in human sacrifice primarily **b. to keep their chief god strong**. They believed that the gods, particularly the sun god Huitzilopochtli, required human sacrifice to maintain the balance of the universe and ensure the continuation of the world. Sacrificing humans was seen as a way to nourish the gods and earn their favor, which was crucial for the survival of their society.