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Artist Notes:
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This Egyptian zodiac card depicts Mut, an important but sometimes overlooked goddess in ancient Egyptian mythology. Mut was "The Mother Goddess" in Egyptian mythology, often considered the divine mother par excellence. Her name literally means "mother" in ancient Egyptian, and she was particularly associated with the concept of divine motherhood and the protective, nurturing aspects of femininity. She was often depicted as a lioness or woman wearing a lioness headdress, though this card shows her in her more gentle, maternal aspect. People born under this sign (January 22-31, September 8-22) are described as embodying the deep, nurturing qualities associated with divine motherhood. The symbolism includes nurturing, protective power, and creation - all central to Mut's role as the archetypal divine mother. Unlike some of the more dynamic or dramatic Egyptian deities, Mut represents the steady, reliable, and unconditionally loving aspects of divine feminine power.
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