Shesmetet
A small summary of Her attributes - but please keep in mind that I cannot vouch for how correct these are.
Also known as
Shesmeret
Titles
Eye of Punt
Roles
Birth-giver of the king. Protectress against demons of slaughter. Mother of the deceased.
Celebrations
Procession of Shesmetet
Signs & symbols
Lioness.
Associations
Colours: blood red, dark red, gold, shades of brown, sandy colours. Scents: patchouli, musk. Gems: garnet, ruby.
Offerings
Cool water, red meat.
Relations to other netjeru
Possibly a manifestation of Sekhmet.
Depictions in art
Lioness.
My personal impressions
Shesmetet has a vast and ancient feel to me. I'm still working on getting to know Her, so that's all I've got at the moment.
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