Why do cats have nine lives? Where does the statement come from

Cats, as an indispensable companion in our lives, are both mysterious and charming. In many folk legends, people often say that cats have nine lives. Where does this statement come from? Let us uncover this mysterious veil and explore the mystery.

First, let's look at the cat's survival skills. Cats usually have excellent survival skills, and their flexible bodies allow them to jump from high places without getting hurt, whether they are climbing trees or traversing narrow passages. The keen perception allows cats to detect slight movements and odor changes, which allows them to be at ease during hunting. At night, cats' vision and hearing advantages are fully utilized. They can use their advantages in the dark to capture prey, and can easily discover the traces of prey even in weak light.

What's even more amazing is that cats can even survive in extreme environments. They are highly adaptable and can tolerate various extreme conditions such as high temperatures, low temperatures and droughts. Under threats from natural disasters or human activities, cats are often able to find safe shelters and survive through their unique skills.

This powerful ability to survive not only makes people awe, but also triggers people's imagination of multiple lives for cats. Perhaps it is precisely because cats adapt to various environments and challenges so that people have formed the saying that "cats have nine lives."

Secondly, cats are given mysterious powers in ancient legends and myths. In ancient legends and myths, cats are given mysterious power and become mysterious things in people's hearts. In many cultures, cats are regarded as one of the most closely connected animals to the spiritual world, and are believed to be able to perceive and communicate with supernatural beings. In some cultures, cats are regarded as one of the most closely linked animals to the spiritual world, and are even considered to have the ability to be immortal or reborn. This mysterious image also adds a sense of mystery to the statement that "cats have nine lives".

In ancient Egyptian culture, cats were one of the animals most closely linked to the goddess Buster. Buster is the patron saint of fertility and family, and is also the embodiment of war and destruction. She often appears as a cat wearing a golden crown, symbolizing life and immortality. In the eyes of ancient Egyptians, cats were considered sacred animals, with the power to resist evil and bring good luck. It is said that if a cat dies, people in the family will hold a ceremony for it and buried it in a special cat temple.

In Nordic mythology, cats also play an important role. Nordics believe that cats are the companion of Freya, the goddess of love and beauty, and the patron saint of war and death. According to legend, Freya would drive a carriage pulled by a giant cat and shuttle through the sky, leading the dead warrior to Valhalla. Therefore, cats are regarded as sacred animals in Nordic cultures, with the power to connect with gods.

In traditional Japanese culture, cats are considered mysterious and spiritual creatures. Japanese believe cats have supernatural abilities to see and communicate with the spiritual world. The lucky cat, especially, is regarded as a symbol of good luck and wealth, often appears in stores and families, bringing happiness and blessings to people.

In China, although there is no direct similar legend to the "Cat has nine lives", there are some stories and allusions about the mysterious power of cats and nine lives. For example, some stories in "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio" describe the cat having nine lives. Although the cats in these stories do not explicitly say that they have nine lives, they are often able to escape or be reborn in danger, giving people a mysterious feeling.

This mysterious image makes people amazed, and some even believe that cats have the ability to be immortal or reborn. It is said that in some cultures, cats are believed to be able to be reborn after death, or to be an immortal existence. This mysterious belief and imagination add a sense of mystery to the statement that "cats have nine lives", making cats a mysterious thing in folk legends. Although this is just a folk legend and has no scientific basis, this mysterious image is deeply rooted in the depths of people's hearts, making cats a presence full of mystery and mystery.

Finally, this statement may have been passed down and evolved for a long time. It is not only a common saying or proverb, but also an expression of people's awe and surprise for cats.

In general, although "cats have nine lives" is not a scientific fact, it deeply reflects people's awe and mystery for cats, and also highlights the excellent survival and adaptability of cats as a creature.