In various pagan traditions and mythologies, felines have long been associated with deities and held significant symbolism. Cats, in particular, have been revered and considered sacred animals in many ancient cultures. **Bastet**, an Egyptian goddess, is perhaps one of the most well-known feline deities. Often depicted with the head of a lioness or a domestic cat, she was the goddess of home, fertility, and protection. Bastet was also associated with the sun and had a gentle and nurturing aspect. Ancient Egyptians believed that cats were her sacred animals, and they were highly revered and protected in Egyptian society.
Precisely for these reasons, cats have been attributed to some goddesses in order to protect and safeguard the health and prosperity of our magical animal.
This is both for its physical characteristics the cat is an incredible neuro-muscular machine with movements of refined elegance and for its characterological aspects. She was later worshipped as the Welsh mythological monster cat known as Cath Paluc or Palu s Cat, and her cult survived in Angelsey until the coming of the Roman legions of Seutonius Paullinus.
Ancient Egyptians believed that cats were her sacred animals, and they were highly revered and protected in Egyptian society. In Norse mythology, the goddess **Freya** had connection to felines as well. She was known for her beauty, love, and fertility, and was often depicted accompanying two large cats.
A List of 5 Deities Associated with Cats [With Stories]
A cat has always been considered, across all cultures, a sacred or magical animal. This is both for its physical characteristics (the cat is an incredible neuro-muscular machine with movements of refined elegance) and for its characterological aspects.
In various cultures, the cat is synonymous with freedom, autonomy, intelligence, prosperity, health, joy, luck, and with undoubted thaumaturgical powers. The cat has always symbolized women, femininity, love, fertility, passion. Let’s not forget the parallel between the bright eyes of the cat and the night sky, the moon, the lights of the stars, and constellations.
Precisely for these reasons, cats have been attributed to some goddesses in order to protect and safeguard the health and prosperity of our magical animal.
- 5 Poweful Deities That are Associated with Cats
- Bastet
- Kasha
- Sekhmet
- Artemis
- Freyja
These cats were said to pull her chariot and represent her connection to nature and her ability to navigate between realms. Another feline-associated deity is the Celtic goddess **Brigid**. In Celtic mythology, she is commonly associated with both fire and water, and is a patroness of healing, poetry, and smithcraft. While Brigid does not have a direct connection to felines, there are stories that mention her as having a close relationship with a magical white cat. This cat was said to have the ability to shape-shift into a woman and provide Brigid with companionship and guidance. **Sekhmet**, an Egyptian lioness goddess, is another feline deity connected to power and destruction. She was believed to be the daughter of the sun god Ra and was associated with war, healing, and strength. Sekhmet was often depicted as a lioness-headed woman or as a fully formed lioness. She was both revered and feared, with her power and wrath being seen as both destructive and a source of protection. These are just a few examples of pagan deities connected with felines. Throughout history and across different cultures, cats have been seen as symbols of wisdom, protection, feminine energy, and connection to the spiritual realm. The reverence for and association with felines in pagan traditions highlight the significance and sacredness that these animals have held in human history..
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1. John Smith - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Pagan deities connected with felines". I was expecting a more in-depth exploration of the history and mythology surrounding these deities. However, the book only scratched the surface and left me wanting more. The writing style was also quite dry and lacked any excitement or engagement. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for a comprehensive study on the topic.
2. Emily Davis - 1 star - As a fan of both paganism and cats, I was excited to read "Pagan deities connected with felines". However, this book completely missed the mark for me. The author seemed to rely heavily on personal opinions and anecdotes rather than providing factual information. Additionally, the book lacked proper references or citations, making it difficult to validate any of the claims made. I was left feeling unsatisfied and would not recommend this book to others interested in the subject.
3. Sarah Johnson - 3 stars - Although I found "Pagan deities connected with felines" to be somewhat informative, I was left wanting more. The book provided a general overview of the topic but lacked detailed explanations or analysis. The writing style was also quite plain and didn't engage my interest. While it may be a good starting point for beginners, I would suggest looking for more comprehensive resources on the subject. Overall, an average read with limited depth.
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