CAT GODS, GODDESSES, DEITIES AND DEMONS Book and oracle card deck

BOOK

Discover 51 of the most common and not-so-common cat gods, goddesses, deities, and demons from around the world and how to incorporate their Divine Feline Energy into your daily life.

Throughout time, felines have played a sacred role in human life. Archeologists have found cat remains buried with humans as far back as the tenth millennium BCE in Cyprus, and the Greek goddess Hecate is said to have regularly assumed the form of a cat. Hieroglyphics tell us that ancient Egyptians worshipped cat gods, and their queen Cleopatra had a kitty companion in her palace whom she called Tivali. A Chinese cat goddess called Li Shou is said to have protected farmers from mice, and Ai Apaec was a pre-Inca god with fangs and whiskers said to have descended from an even more ancient cat god.

This book is more than a guide to ancient cat gods. It’s an exploration of the way humans have observed, interacted with, learned from, and revered another species who share the Earth with us. Ancient folklore is rife with examples of animal cunning and compassion, and many humans invoked other species as spiritual guides or flat out worshipped them as gods. Arguably, cats are the most intriguing of animals because of how we can relate to them. Much like us, they are free spirits and adaptable survivors. We admire them for their dignity, independence, and ferocity.

In this gorgeously illustrated guidebook, you’ll meet 51 feline deities and demons from four geographical families around the world—Africa, Americas, Asia, and Europe. You’ll also encounter mystical cats who work in alliance with human gods and goddesses. The feline entities come from different eras and cultures all over the world. Some are angelic guides, and others, demonic adversaries, but all play a role in our understanding of feline deities and why they came to be so. Learn all about these sacred godlike creatures, including what they look like, what they symbolize, and how you can use their spirit and ancient wisdom to tap into your own Divine Feline Energy.

REVIEW, BOOKLIST, April 2025:

For almost ten thousand years, cat lovers have believed in their felines’ uniqueness. Here, writer and animal advocate Bovis explores the Divine Feline Energy that flows across the continents. In her introduction, Bovis provides a historical introduction to cats big and small, particularly focusing on their special connection with humans. She then shares her deep knowledge of cat deities and demons over the ages in 51 entries, featuring figures from Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe (cats were not native to Australia and the Pacific Islands). Much of the information is rooted in Indigenous societal knowledge, and the names of most of the cats are probably unknown to the general public. The author provides a detailed historical overview of each region, and two-to-three page entries follow, arranged alphabetically.  Each entry defines the specific cat, its characteristics, its history, and its relationship with humans; most entries begin with an imaginative illustration of the cat by Lucy Rose. Acknowledgements and a list of sources complete the book. This work is a knowledgeable and loving tribute to these sacred feline manifestations.

— Lesley Farmer



ORACLE CARDS

Tap into your Divine Feline Energy and discover the magic of 40 cat gods and goddesses with this gorgeously illustrated oracle deck and guidebook. Each card presents a cat deity or demon from one of four geographical families around the world (Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe) with a special message and meaning to be incorporated into your daily life.

  • 40 Illustrated Cards: Includes 40 full-color cards (3 x 5 inches) with stunning illustrations

  • Full-Color Guidebook: Includes a 112-page, full-color illustrated companion book (3 x 5 inches), providing the backstory of each cat deity and the meaning behind each card

  • Keepsake Box: Packaged in a full-color printed magnetic closure box (3-1/2 x 5-3/8), perfect for safekeeping oracle cards and sturdy for continued use

  • Perfect Gift: A unique and handsome gift for cat lovers and mystic enthusiasts alike

Illustrations by Lucy Rose