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Bastet was married to Ptah and had a son.

--Some say she was married to Ra though.

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When was Bastet alive?

Bastet was an powerful ancient Egyptian cat goddess, so she would have lived in ancient Egypt times.


How was bastet important?

Bastet was an ancient Egyptian goddess associated with home, fertility, and domesticity, often depicted as a lioness or as a woman with a lioness's head. She symbolized protection, particularly for women and children, and was also linked to music, dance, and joy. As a goddess of war, she could be fierce in battle, reflecting the duality of her nature. Bastet's worship highlighted the significance of femininity and nurturing in Egyptian society.


Who was the most powerful goddess of ancient Egypt Why?

The most popular goddesses in Ancient Egypt were -Isis -Hathor -Bastet


Was there an Egyptian god of cats?

Yes, the ancient Egyptians revered a goddess associated with cats named Bastet (or Bast). She was often depicted as a lioness or as a woman with the head of a lioness or domestic cat. Bastet was a goddess of home, fertility, and domesticity, and cats were considered sacred animals in her honor, symbolizing grace and protection. Killing a cat, even accidentally, was punishable by death in ancient Egypt due to their revered status.


What is the name of the Egyptian cat godess?

There have been many Egyptian deities, but I'll name some of the most well-known ones. Isis--sister/wife of Osiris, Goddess of magic, love, marriage and children--Hathor, Goddess of beauty and love--Bastet, Hippo of the Nile--Nephtyhs, sister of Isis, Seth, Osiris and wife of Seth.