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Which animals were considered to be sacred to Ancient Egyptians?
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There was no one specific belief in animals in ancient Egypt. The Egyptians used animals in religious art to depict some characteristics of the gods. The use of animals in this way did not equal the animal being sacred.
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∙ 14y agoScarab beetles were revered as representing fertility, but I don't know if there are any more
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nope theres also the mau or the cat worshiped as the guardians of the underworld
oh yea and the jackal protecter of tombs againts grave robbers and they helped the journey to the afterlife
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∙ 10y agoCats
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Why were cats sacred to ancient Romans?
Cats were not sacred to the ancient Romans, as they did not worship animals. You are confusing the Romans with the ancient Egyptians, who revered the cat.
Which ancient civilization thought of cats as sacred animals?
the egyptians
Why did ancient Egyptians mummify animals?
they believed it would keep them sacred.
Which animal was considered sacred by ancient egyptians so that they are mummified along with their owner?
Cats!
What are two animals the Egyptians considered divine?
Ancient Egypt had such a long history that at various times and in various cities & temples, different animals were considered to be sacred and had cult worshipers. For example: A. Bulls were worshiped and considered sacred in Armant & Heliopolis; B. Fish were worshiped at Esna; C. Rams were sacred on Elephatine Island; D. Crocodiles in Kom Ombo; During the thousands of years of ancient Egypt under the pharaohs many other animals were deemed to be sacred, such as cats.
Who was the most loved members of the ancient egyptians family?
actually it was the cat , they considered them sacred and nearly every home had one
What is an ancient Egyptian beetle?
They are calledscarabs. And they were sacred to the Egyptians.
What kind of animals did the Egyptians worship animals?
There were many animals found in Ancient Egypt. Some of the wild ones include jackels, scorpions, vultures, hippopotomus and crocodiles. The domestic animals were mostly cattle, but the rich had monkeys and other african animals imported as pets.
Name the sacred bull worshipped by ancient Egyptians.?
Apis (or Hapis).
What is another word for Egyptians sacred carvings?
what are egyptian ancient carvings called
Which insects was worshipped by ancient egyptians?
The scarab beetle was one insect held to be sacred.
