Why did the Aztecs worship Quetzalcoatl?

Quetzalcóatl was the son of the primordial androgynous god Ometeotl. In Aztec mythology he was the brother of Tezcatlipoca, Huizilopochtli and Xipe Totec. He is the 9th of the 13 Lords of the Day and is often associated with the rain god Tláloc. read more

However, the concept of a Feathered Serpent god existed for almost 2000 years, from the time of the Olmecs(1100BC.) It took on quetzal feathers later, around 150BC. The major worship of this god as Quetzalcoatl began in 700 and lasted until the Spanish Invasion. read more

Experts on Mesoamerican religion believe that the Aztec [AD 1325-1521] figure of Quetzalcoatl began with the legend of the pan-Mesoamerican god and blended in a historical Tollan leader, Ce Acatl Topiltzin Quetzalcoatl [who reportedly lived AD 843-895]. read more

Likewise Sky God Quetzalcoatl was also a mesoamerican god. Quetzalcoatl - Jackie chan wikia. also see Huitzilopochtli | Aztec god. He had wings, reptilian features, power over vegetation and fire(sun god). Thats all. read more