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Egyptian cats meant for the gods led harsh lives, extensive museum collection reveals

Egyptian cats meant for the gods led harsh lives, extensive museum collection reveals
Phys.org Tuesday 10 November 2026, 12:40 UTC 1 min read
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More than 2,000 years ago, Egyptians offered cats to the gods. Now, a new study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science suggests that even cats destined for the gods did not necessarily live pampered lives.

More than 2,000 years ago, Egyptians offered cats to the gods. Now, a new study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science suggests that even cats destined for the gods did not necessarily live pampered lives.
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