https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/egyptian-cats-meant-for-the-gods-led-harsh-lives-extensive-museum-collection-revealsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/egyptian-cats-meant-for-the-gods-led-harsh-lives-extensive-museum-collection-revealshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/egyptian-cats-meant-for-the-gods-led-harsh-lives-extensive-museum-collection-reveals#u201145Sat, 14 Nov 2026 20:06:11 +0000Ancient Egyptian cats raised for mummification and used as offerings to the gods endured harsh and difficult lives, according to a new skull study. While modern perceptions often assume these sacred animals lived pampered existences due to their religious significance, a comprehensive analysis of an extensive museum collection of cat mummies tells a much darker story. Researchers examining the skeletal remains found evidence that these sacred animals were often treated terribly during their lifetimes more than two thousand years ago.Why it mattersCats held a revered place in ancient Egyptian s