Cats in ancient egypt

Facial and Head Markings

"Temple Cat" by Emile Corsi, 1877

Cats were represented in the cultural, social, and religious practices (including burials) of ancient Egypt for more than 3,000 years. Cats gradually became symbols of divinity and protection, therefore coming to prominence in ancient Egyptian art and reflecting the animals’ unique status among people who dwelt along the Nile River. According to Julia Troche, an …

Researchers claim that the domesticated cats we know and love today have little variation in genetics from their wild ancestors.

Why Ancient Cat Names? Because we love our cats just as much as those in ancient times did and want to give them a name that is unique and special.

Cats were represented in the cultural, social, and religious practices (including burials) of ancient Egypt for more than 3,000 years. Cats gradually became symbols of divinity and protection, therefore coming to prominence in ancient Egyptian art and reflecting the animals’ unique status among people who dwelt along the Nile River. According to Julia Troche, an …

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In Ancient Egypt, if your household cat died, the whole family would shave off their eyebrows in mourning, then take the cat to be mummified in Bubastis, the centre of worship for the feline goddess Bastet.

Bastet is a goddess from ancient Egypt, and many Pagans honor her in their practice. We often think of her as the “cat goddess”. In this article, we will explore the signs Bastet is calling you, who she is, what she represents, and how to work with her on your Pagan path.