Sekhmet

Sekhmet is an ancient Egyptian goddess known for her dual nature as both a fierce warrior and a healer. Depicted as a lioness or a woman with a lioness head, she symbolizes strength, protection, and the power of the sun. Sekhmet is associated with the destructive force of fire and war, but also with healing and medicine, underscoring the balance between creation and destruction. Egyptians revered her as a protector who could ward off disease and chaos. She plays a significant role in mythology, particularly in stories of the sun god Ra and the maintenance of cosmic order.