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Why Is Cats Important In Ancient Egypt

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In ancient Egypt, cats were revered as sacred and exalted creatures. Today we are once again fascinated and entranced by these adorable creatures. Egyptians believed cats were magical creatures, capable of bringing good luck to the people who were close to them. According to Egyptian mythology, only one deity, the goddess Bastet, had the power to become a cat. Because cats possessed the expert ability to hunt and kill vermin, such as rodents and poisonous snakes, cats were praised and stood as the symbol and personification of playfulness, grace, affection, and cunning. They were even considered protectors against disease. They bestowed them with lavish gifts and were the inspiration for works of art.
Much like in ancient Egypt, cats today
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