This is a hand-carved, obsidian blade from the land of the Maya.
 
Teotl carries the meaning of “spirit” - as a sacred power. Teotl is manifested in the power of Mayan gods and goddesses, and conveys the significance of the sacred. An essential attribute of teotl is transformation - the eternal process of self generation and regeneration. Teotl encompasses all life forces in the universe, deeply detailing the countless creation of all things. Teotl is characterized as the process of “becoming”. Teotl is sacredness and divinity.
 
If there is a situation which needs your attention or a decision which needs making, the energy of Tijax brings a degree of discernment to help you make the right choice. The nawal Tijax is often thought of as an obsidian blade or knife. How the blade is used depends on the intention of the person wielding it. You can use the blade to remove negative energy or attachments that you need to let go of.