“Whoever kills a cat will be punished with death”

Ancient Egyptians believed cats were magical creatures, capable of bringing good luck to people who housed them...

Along with hieroglyphics, obelisks and geometric patterns, cats feature prominently in ancient Egyptian art, reflecting animal’s unique status among people who dwelled along Nile River. Animals were initially adopted as useful predators in ancient Egypt  and gradually became symbols of divinity and protection. 

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