Riddle 12

Riddle

I am familiar with every shape, yet none is unknown to me. My glory shines inward, revealing nothing until it has been seen before.

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What object is described as familiar with every shape and revealing nothing until seen before?

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In a hollow horn, I shine from within, resembling a divine star. At midnight, I still possess the face of day.

I can be seen through, but I do not block light. I allow sight beyond my body but do not let the cold in, for in me the sun shines bright.

I fear no traps nor hidden deceits. For God has given me these forms, and no one can stir me until they are stirred themselves.

A mighty tooth am I, 'neath the Eastern skies. Through other lands, in many shapes I rise. No strength remains, but still my charms they prize.

Large is my head; within, the parts are small. I have one foot, but it is very tall. I give sleep, though I do not sleep at all.

I have three teeth, all aligned in order, and I have one more tooth that is alone below. A deity possesses me; winds fear me, and waters know me.

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