Goddess of the Month

WHO IS BAST? Bast is an ancient Goddess of Kemet or Egypt, Who has been known since at least the time of the 2nd Dynasty period, 2890 -2650 BCE. She is the Protectress of the Royal House and The Two Lands. She is also most famously the Goddess of Cats, and statues of Her in cat form are almost ubiquitous in reproduction. Her other roles include being one of the divinities associated with the Sun, as well as being the Goddess of Joy and Protectress of Womyn. Her name means "Devouring Lady", and it is fitting since She is a huntress and protectress first and foremost. Some of Her other names include: Bastis - The Tearer Ba en Aset - The soul of Aset (Isis) Lady of the East Lady of Truth Goddess of the Birth Chamber Daughter of Ra Lady of Flame