Introduction                                                                                                                     

Mesoamerica is a cultural, geographical region combining the central, southern, and northwestern Mexico, Guatemala, Belize and the western part of El Salvador and Honduras. These localities are occupied by people like the Aztecs, Maya, Zapotecs, and Olmecs among others each with its religious belief and political system (O’Hare, par.7). The Archaeologists have divided the ancient history of Mesoamerica to the Spaniard conquest into three main periods of the pre-classic, the classic, and the post-classic. The main aim for the conquest was for the spread of Christianity which helped in improving morals, the establishment of new churches. Religious syncretism, culture, and language eased personal encounter in spite of the human right violation, social tension and religious conflict brought about by oppression and resistance.

The relevance of Indigenous religion and Catholicism in Mesoamerica

Improved Morals-  In Mesoamerica’s history cultural beliefs were viewed as key cornerstones of moral obligation (Hordern 589).  The communication between patients and health workers was done in a manner that was consistent with religious beliefs. In their duties, Doctors were required to uphold both cultural and religious commitments. They were required to exercise this when treating patients.