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What is Shu's sacred animal?

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What animal represents Shu?

Shu was portrayed in human form with the hieroglyph of his name, an ostrich feather, on his head.

What is the symbol of Shu?

Shu's main symbol is the ostrich feather, representing air. Interestingly, the goddess Ma'at is also represented by the ostrich feather for a very different reason. The ancient Egyptians believe that when a person died, they went before Osiris, the god of the death and rebirth, to receive their judgment.

How was Shu worshiped?

People worshipped Shu in prayers, hymns, and in a chapel. People gave him offerings. Shu appeared in tombs and temples.

What was Shu god of?

Shu is a male god who is paired with his sister, Tefnut. Together they represent two fundamental principles of human existence. Shu symbolizes dry air and the force of preservation. Tefnut symbolizes moist or corrosive air that brings about change, creating the concept of time.

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