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Definition
Hathor is an ancient Egyptian goddess associated with love, beauty, and motherhood. She was often depicted as a woman with cow horns on her head, symbolizing fertility.
Statues of Votive Figures are small statues made by ancient Egyptians as offerings to deities. These figures represented the individuals who dedicated them and were used in religious rituals.
Cow Goddesses: In addition to Hathor, there were other cow goddesses in ancient Egyptian mythology such as Bat and Mehet-Weret. They all represented aspects of fertility and nurturing.