Egyptian-Cat-Keychain

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Cats held an esteemed position in ancient Egyptian culture, their mummified bodies often buried in substantial quantities. Several deities were depicted with feline features, including Mafdet, Bastet, and Sekhmet, who embodied justice, fertility, and power.[1] Mut was also sometimes represented as a cat, frequently accompanied by one of these majestic animals. Cats' ability to eliminate poisonous snakes earned them praise from the Pharaohs at least since Egypt's First Dynasty. The discovery of skeletal remains of cats among funerary goods dating back to the 12th Dynasty underscores their protective role. In the Book of the Dead, a cat symbolizes Ra and the life-giving benefits of the sun for our planet. Decorative cat-shaped items became more widespread during Egypt's New Kingdom period, demonstrating that the feline cult had become increasingly popular in everyday Egyptian life.