![]() ![]() ![]() This belief led to massive eradication of black (and other color) cats and gave rise to witch burnings, as well. This is where a lot of the confusion between black cat myths and facts comes from. During the Middle Ages ignorance assumed that single women who fed stray cats were suspect in witchcraft and that the cats were their “familiars,” or companions in black magic arts. Many superstitious Americans and Europeans have long held the opinion that black cats are unlucky. In Celtic mythology a Fairy named Sith takes on the form of a large black cat with a white spot on its chest. The Egyptians revered all cats as representatives of their goddess Bast (or Bastet). ![]() Black cat myths and facts are often confused. Wherever you go, someone has an opinion about black cats. Black Cat Myths and Factsīlack cat lore is widespread and diverse. They are sweet, smart, funny and affectionate. I have owned many black cats and have never had one with a bad disposition. One thing is certain, black cats stand out. But as pretty as they are, they don’t come without controversy, and it can be hard to decipher the difference between black cat myths and facts. One of nature’s prettiest sights is that of a sleek, shiny black cat with deep amber eyes. ![]()
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