The name Taweret originates from the Ancient Egyptian term tꜣ-wrt, which translates to "O great female" or "she who is great." In Egyptian mythology, Taweret is revered as a protective goddess associated with childbirth and fertility. Her depiction as a bipedal female hippopotamus with feline attributes, lion limbs, and a crocodile's back and tail symbolizes her role as a guardian against evil forces during childbirth. The name reflects her significance as a powerful and benevolent deity, often ...