** Egyptian Pharaoh Cat Goddess Bastet 3d printable model ** Bastet, the goddess commonly referred to as Bastet today, was also known as Bast in ancient Egypt. The name Bast possibly signified either Soul of Auset or devouring lady. However, later on, priests began calling her Bastet to emphasize the pronunciation of the t in her name. This name also had a connection to the bas jar, which held perfumes and ointments, hence Bastet also meant she of the ointment jar.
Originally, Bast was worshipped as a lioness goddess, but over time, she became more closely associated with the domestic cat. The cat became her symbolic animal.
Being one of the prominent goddesses in the Egyptian pantheon, Bastet possessed numerous attributes and aspects.