In the Mesoamerican culture, the practice of astronomy was extremely important. To the Maya of Mesoamerica, this ancient science reflected order in the universe and the gods' place in it. ... The Mayans believed that celestial events were indicative of communication with the gods.
One of the major differences between the Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church is that priests can marry. Priests can marry but must do so before ordination. They can also marry in seminary.
