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b/c they believed people will be reincarnated as an animal b/c they believed people will be reincarnated as an animal

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The ancient Egyptians believed that animals had divine qualities and were symbolic representations of gods and goddesses. They also saw animals as embodying certain characteristics or powers that they wanted to invoke or honor through worship. Additionally, animals played important roles in Egyptian daily life and agriculture, making them integral to their religious beliefs and practices.

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They kept them as companion pets.

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