What the epic says
Embodiment of light, sun and wisdom. Gives Ural-batyr the winged horse Akbuzat and a diamond sword.
Symbolism of the image
Light, air, sun. The connection between the Upper World and the Middle World. The image of a swan-maiden is widespread in Turkic mythology.
Disputed questions
- Связь образа Хумай с иранской Хумай (птица счастья). Возможна, но требует подтверждения.