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The natural world served as a backdrop for our understanding of the cosmos. Many early religions were rooted in animal traditions that attributed divine characteristics to natural phenomena. The ancient Egyptians revered deities associated with animals, such as Horus, Sobek, and Anubis—each symbolizing a crucial aspect of life or the afterlife. This reverence extended beyond mere symbolism; animals became interwoven into the cultural fabric, often revered and worshipped in grand temples.