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Egypt

Anubis

Anubis

Anubis was the primary god of the dead before Osiris took over the job. Anubis then became the god of mumification, who also weighed people's "hearts" once they had died, feeding the evil ones' souls to Ammit. Anubis' head is that of a jackal, jackals are not black, but his black head shows his power over the dead. His head is a jackal because jackals are scavengers and were often seen eating other dead animals.

Drawing: Chris and Matt, Santan Jr. High
Text: Chris and Matt, Santan Jr. High
Background: Daniel W, Percy Julian MS

Citation: Scott, David C. "Anubis." The Gods of Ancient Egypt . 2004. InterCity Oz, Inc. 19 Dec. 2006. <http://www.touregypt.net/godsofegypt/anubis.htm>

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