During Pacal the Great's reign, he rebuilt much of Palenque, placing his name and likeness on most of the buildings. What might have motivated him to do this?

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undeadknight26 · Answer

He believed this to be fulfilling the wishes of the gods.

 He felt the need to justify the legitimacy of his claim to the throne.

 It was a common custom among Mayan kings of that time.

 He was a popular ruler who had images made of him to show appreciation.

nurali · Answer

i think  He felt the need to justify the legitimacy of his claim to the throne.