Wepwawet is an Egyptian god associated with war, protection, and the hunt. The name Wepwawet means “Opener of the Ways,” and many consider him a god of possibilities.

Wepwawet was originally a god of Upper Egypt, but was eventually honored throughout the country. He had a particular center of worship in the city of Lycopolis (Asyut).

Wepwawet is depicted here as a man with the head of a jackal. He carries a spear in one hand and the ankh, a symbol of life, in the other.

Wepwawet may also be depicted in the full form of a jackal.

Wepwawet, opener of ways, granter of choices,
unfolder of options, I praise and honor you.