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Cats have a long and rich history in both Arabic and Ancient Egyptian culture. Here are some interesting facts about cats in these cultures:
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- Cats were revered as sacred animals in ancient Egypt, and were associated with various goddesses such as Bastet, Sekhmet, and Mafdet.
- Cats were also valued for their ability to hunt rodents, snakes, and birds that threatened the crops and the pharaoh.
- Cats were often mummified and buried with their owners, or in special cat cemeteries.
- Cats were also admired in Islam for their cleanliness and loyalty.
- The Prophet Muhammad was fond of cats and had a pet cat named Muezza. He once cut off his sleeve rather than disturb Muezza who was sleeping on it.
- Cats were allowed to enter mosques and were treated with kindness and respect.
I hope you enjoyed learning about cats in Arabic and Ancient Egyptian culture. 😊
Sources:
Cats in Islam and the Arab World – Arab America. https://www.arabamerica.com/cats-in-islam-and-the-arab-world/.
Cats Throughout Culture — https://artsandculture.google.com/story/cats-throughout-culture-american-research-center-in-egypt/fQVxV01wEyhyXQ?hl=en.
How Cats Became Divine Symbols in Ancient Egypt | HISTORY. https://www.history.com/news/cats-ancient-egypt.
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