In many pagan religions and mythologies, cats have been associated with deities and serve as symbols of these gods and goddesses. **The ancient Egyptians, for example, worshipped a cat goddess named Bastet or Bast**, who was believed to protect the home and bring fertility. Bastet was represented as a lioness or as a woman with the head of a lioness, and she was considered to be a gentle and loving deity. Cats were highly revered in ancient Egypt, and killing a cat, even accidentally, was considered a grave offense punishable by death. In Celtic mythology, cats were also associated with deities and held a special place in folklore. **The Celtic goddess Brigid was often depicted in the form of a cat** and was believed to have the ability to transform into this animal.
I've not read anything by Max Seeck in the past and the blurb for The Witch Hunter really intrigued me. I love Nordic crime fiction and as soon as I saw mention of a serial killer and Helsinki, I was in!
This is a lengthy novel at around 500 pages but it s one of those that you just keep reading and reading until your eyes droop, before you know it, you ve raced through 100 pages or so and it really didn t take me long to finish this one. This is a lengthy novel at around 500 pages but it s one of those that you just keep reading and reading until your eyes droop, before you know it, you ve raced through 100 pages or so and it really didn t take me long to finish this one.
**The Celtic goddess Brigid was often depicted in the form of a cat** and was believed to have the ability to transform into this animal. Cats were seen as protectors of homes and were often kept as companions to keep evil spirits away. Another pagan deity associated with cats is **Freya**, the Norse goddess of love, beauty, and fertility.
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Detective Jessica Niemi is called to investigate a murder case which is completely out of the ordinary. The wife of a famous writer, Roger Koponen, appears to have been killed in a bizarre ritual.As more ritual murders occur in the coming days, it becomes obvious that Jessica is after a serial killer. But the murders are not random - they follow a pattern taken from Roger's bestselling trilogy. Has a devoted fan lost their mind, or is this case more personal?
I've not read anything by Max Seeck in the past and the blurb for The Witch Hunter really intrigued me. I love Nordic crime fiction and as soon as I saw mention of a serial killer and Helsinki, I was in!
This is a lengthy novel at around 500 pages but it's one of those that you just keep reading and reading until your eyes droop, before you know it, you've raced through 100 pages or so and it really didn't take me long to finish this one.
The story opens as Maria Koponen looks out from her luxury home at the frozen sea. The author builds up the tension quickly and there's a real unease as you read this. The sudden ending to this introduction just left me desperate to know more.
Maria's husband Roger is a best-selling crime fiction author. His latest series of books have been runaway best sellers and he is in demand at literary events all around the country. The reader is introduced to Roger as he struggles to hide his boredom at yet another book talk. However, his interest is piqued by an unusual question from a strange man in the audience. The author paints Roger as a self-obsessed deceit man whose morals are questionable.
Jessica Niemi is a police officer and it's not long before she and her team are well acquainted by both Roger and his wife. Jessica is something of an enigma, the reader is often left in the dark about her background, yet it is clear that she has much to hide.
What follows is a complex and quite intense murder mystery. This author has cleverly constructed his story which incorporates grisly, violent death and some mystical elements that are cleverly perplexing. It becomes clear that the murderer is basing the deaths on those that Roger Koponen has detailed in his crime novels. Really cleverly done, by both Max Seeck and the the fictional murderer!
A novel filled with twist and turns that will lead you astray and make you dizzy. I did struggle at times with Jessica's backstory, which felt sometimes like an intrusion on the main plot line. Despite this, it's a thrill of a read and I will certainly look out for more from this author.
Detective Jessica Niemi is called to investigate a murder case which is completely out of the ordinary. The wife of a famous writer, Roger Koponen, appears to have been killed in a bizarre ritual.As more ritual murders occur in the coming days, it becomes obvious that Jessica is after a serial killer. But the murders are not random - they follow a pattern taken from Roger's bestselling trilogy. Has a devoted fan lost their mind, or is this case more personal?
Freya, also known as the "Lady of the Cats," was said to have a chariot pulled by two large cats and was often accompanied by a pair of black cats. Cats were considered sacred to Freya and were believed to bring good fortune and blessings. In Japanese mythology, **the deity associated with cats is the "Maneki-neko" or the beckoning cat**. This cat is commonly seen in shops and businesses in Japan, and it is believed to bring good luck and fortune to the owner. The Maneki-neko is often depicted with one paw raised in a beckoning gesture and is said to bring wealth and success. Overall, cats have played a significant role in various pagan religions and mythologies as symbols and companions of deities. They have been seen as protectors, bringers of good fortune, and even as manifestations of gods and goddesses themselves. Their association with powerful and benevolent deities has given cats a special place in ancient and modern pagan traditions..
Reviews for "Harnessing the Power of the Cat Goddess: Rituals and Offerings"
1. Jennifer - ★☆☆☆☆
I was really excited to learn about pagan deities associated with cats, as I've always been fascinated by mythology. However, I found this book to be incredibly disappointing. The information provided was superficial at best, with no in-depth analysis or exploration of the deities and their connections to cats. It felt like the author just copied and pasted information from various sources without adding any original insights. I was looking for a comprehensive and scholarly examination of the topic, but this was more like a poorly researched magazine article. I would not recommend it to anyone seeking a serious study of pagan deities associated with cats.
2. Mark - ★★☆☆☆
As someone who has a genuine interest in ancient religions and mythologies, I was hoping for a well-researched and comprehensive book on pagan deities associated with cats. Unfortunately, this book fell short of my expectations. The content was disorganized, with no clear structure or flow. It jumped from one deity to another without providing any context or background information. The writing style was also quite dry, making it difficult to stay engaged with the text. Overall, this book lacked depth and substance, and I was left feeling unsatisfied with the information provided.
3. Sarah - ★☆☆☆☆
I found "Pagan deities associated with cats" to be a complete waste of my time and money. The book was riddled with typos and grammatical errors, which made it difficult to understand and follow. Additionally, the content was incredibly repetitive, with the author repeating the same information over and over again. It felt like a poorly executed attempt at a cash grab, rather than a genuine exploration of the subject matter. I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for a well-written and informative read on pagan deities associated with cats. Save your money and look for better resources elsewhere.