The lord of death and the underworld, Yamraj is the personification of death to us. The fearful deity visits you escort you out of the world to the path to the afterlife where your fate for the rest of the eternity would be decided. Let’s find out how the God of death, Yama, is depicted in different cultures of the world. Ixtab Not many cultures have a deity for those who take their own lives. The Mayan Goddess, Ixtab, also known as the Rope Lady, is believed to be the protector of souls who have committed suicide. She would take the deceased underneath a tree, called Yaxche, where they’d be free from all wants and pains.

Santa Muerte

The Mexican legend of a skeletal woman, dressed in a robe with a scythe in one hand and a globe in another is another personification of death itself. It is believed that she heals and protects the dead and escorts them through the way to afterlife.

Grim Reaper

The skeletal figure, cloaked in a dark hood and carrying a scythe in hand lurks around you as the cold breath of death falls on your shoulder. He is called the Grim Reaper – who came into existence since the legend and mythologies of 15th century England.