The ancient Yaquis believed that lightning was sacred and carried spiritual significance. They saw lightning as a manifestation of the power and presence of the gods. They believed that lightning bolts were sent by deities to interact with and influence human lives. The Yaquis considered thunderstorms as a powerful spiritual force and saw lightning strikes as a communication or sign from the spiritual realm. They believed that lightning could bring blessings, warnings, or punishments depending on the circumstances. The Yaquis also had rituals and ceremonies associated with thunderstorms and lightning to appease the gods and seek their blessings.
