Mojibake - Lore of the Nile - Taweret, Goddess of Childbirth - 120mm Pin Up/Figure/Model/Diorama

Taweret is an ancient Egyptian goddess revered as the protector of childbirth, motherhood, and the home. Often depicted as a bipedal hippopotamus with the arms and breasts of a human woman, Taweret embodies the nurturing and protective dualities of the maternal figure. In Egyptian mythology, Taweret was believed to ward off evil spirits and malevolent forces, particularly during childbirth, where she provided protection to both the mother and the newborn.

Her ferocious appearance symbolized her ability to confront and defeat threats, ensuring the safety and well-being of families. Taweret was also associated with fertility and the cycles of life, as well as with the annual flooding of the Nile River, which brought fertile soil and prosperity to Egypt. She was often depicted in amulets and protective talismans, which were worn by expectant mothers and young children to invoke her blessings and safeguard against harm.