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Feathered Serpent deity

The Feathered Serpent, known as Quetzalcoatl in Aztec culture and Kukulkan in Maya tradition, is a prominent deity symbolizing wisdom, learning, wind, and fertility. Depicted as a serpent adorned with feathers, the Feathered Serpent embodies the connection between earth and sky, representing the divine and the natural world. It played a central role in Mesoamerican mythology, often associated with creator gods and associated with important rituals and architecture, such as pyramids. Its imagery highlights the importance of knowledge, spirituality, and the harmony between humans and nature in these ancient societies.