#anpu

[tengoku-e-no-tobira]

anubis and medjed in egyptian men's traditional attire: jalabiya/galabeya (long tunic), turban, and sometimes a scarf

largely inspired by photos of modern-day temple/tomb guards

[eagle-longing-for-rostau]

Ebony-inlaid head of Anubis 18th/19th Dynasty of Egypt 1540-1190 BC

[wouldyoufuckthisfurry]

Round 3: Poll 1

Anubis/Anpu (Egyptian Mythology) VS Xenia (Linux mascot)

Anubis

Xenia

Voting ended onMar 24

Canid vs canid oh my! I think after enough polls they don't need introductions anymore, but still, we've got Anubis, Egyptian god of funerary rites, protector of graves, and guide to the Underworld, who I've been informed takes the form of either a man or a full jackal (as seen above) and the jackal-headed imagery we often see is meant to be more symbolic, and not a literal form he takes. The more you know!

And of course, we've got Xenia, who was in the running to be the mascot of Linux before Tux was picked instead. Originally conceived as male by her creator, she was later reimagined by a furry artist by the name of cathodegaytube, and this new interpretation was embraced by the creator! So! Trans woman fox computer nerd babyyy

[path-of-anpu]

A quick devotional illustration I made for Anpu.

[fernsinthemist]

Trying to rekindle my relationship with art. Naturally, I decided to draw Anubis. Dua Anpu! <3

[kyprogenes]

Hail Anpu, great gatekeeper of the Duat.

Beautiful dog-faced god, indiscriminate judge to all.

He who dwells in the middle sky,

And rules over the western mountains.

[milky-rozen]

Meaning of Colors in Anciet Egyptian Art:

[wanderingskemetic]

⚰️Subtle Anpu Worship⚖️

Greatly inspired by @khaire-traveler's wonderful subtle worship series, which can be found here.

Honor your ancestors/souls that have passed

Visit cemeteries; leave flowers at graves (with permission); or help clean up gravesites (if allowed)

Learn about and uphold Ma'at

Make a playlist or listen to songs that remind you of him or you think he'd like

Make a collage/moodboard/pinterest board/similar collection of photos and images you associate with him, especially if some of the images are your own

Wear a piece of jewelry or other clothing item that reminds you of him

Light a candle or incense that reminds you of him (safely)

Carry a picture of him in your wallet, pocket, phone case, etc. or as a phone or computer wallpaper

Have jackal, wolf, dog, or scales imagery

Allow yourself to mourn over difficult changes or the end of relationships; allow yourself to miss people

Become comfortable with change; take new risks, try new things, accept difficult changes

Hold onto any family heirlooms; keep items from people who have passed in your life

Support humanitarian organizations, especially funeral funding or suicide prevention ones

Learn about death; acquaint yourself with the idea of death; figure out what you believe happens after death

Learn about different mummification practices especially Egyptian ones

Hold others and yourself responsible for their/your actions; apologize or make amends when possible/appropriate

Let go of people or things that do not contribute to your life in a positive way

Remember that rest is productive; take breaks when you need them

Practice truthfulness and keep your promises

Don't feel obligated to forgive people; you do not have to forgive them even if they've apologized to you

Make charms/other items for deceased loved ones especially protective ones or ones with his image and leave them on their gravesites (if possible) or on an ancestor altar

Help out those who are grieving (cook them a meal, help pay for funeral services, be a shoulder they can cry on, etc.)

I may add more to this list in the future. Suggestions are always appreciated.

Link to the Kemetic Subtle Worship Masterpost