Huehecoyotl : Old, Old Coyote

Huehuecoyotl is a trickster spirit, Aztec lord of dance, music, and carnal delight. He can be a generous patron and is invoked for rescue by those who have incurred the wrath of other spirits. He protects his devotees during battle and other dangers. He can reverse or ameliorate a sad destiny or unfavourable horoscope. However, he is a prankster with a low threshold of boredom. Sometimes he stirs up (serious) trouble just to keep himself entertained.

Huehuecoyotl loves a good party and has been known to throw some himself. Throw a party in his honor with lots of music and dancing to get into his good graces. He may be a trickster, but he’s a divine one who also possesses tremendous esoteric knowledge. He signals his displeasure by causing wasting ailments, especially of the genitalia. He may be invoked to heal these ailments, too.

ORIGIN:

Aztec

FAVOURED PEOPLE:

Artisans; artists; feather workers; dancers; musicians; courtesans; harlots; sex workers; story tellers; women who work fine embroidery and needlework; those people who can keep him consistently entertained

MANIFESTATION:

Huehuecoyotl has a coyote head atop a man’s body.

Emblem:

Drum

Number:

4 (He is the guardian spirit of the fourth day of the month in the Aztec calendar.)

SOURCE:

Encyclopedia of Spirits: The Ultimate Guide to the Magic of Fairies, Genies, Demons, Ghosts, Gods & Goddesses – Written by : Judika Illes Copyright © 2009 by Judika Illes.