Mother Of All Myths

Mother of All Myths

The Goddess

For as long as humans have sought god, we have found the goddess. Ruling over the imaginations of our earliest civilizations, she played a critical spiritual role as a keeper of nature's fertile powers and an assurance of the next sustaining havest. As people began to migrate across the world, the faces of the goddess and the roles she played were forever changed. The Goddess takes us back into prehistory, tracing the evolution of the goddess across vast spans of time to examine the transformation of belief and what it says about who we are. The metamorphoses of goddess figures that have taken place and the patterns we may discern in these changes, which span millennia and a wide spctrum of cultures, have much to teach us about the development of human societies and values. This book shows us that the faces of gods and goddesses reflect the lives and souls of the peoples who worship them. It charts the development of traditional Western gender roles through an understanding of the shifting concepts of the goddessfrom her earliest roots in India and Iran to her more familiar faces in Ireland and Iceland, and analyses the eventual subordination of goddesses to gods. From Demeter to Kali and Guanyin to Gaia, and from mother goddesses to warriors, virgins and destroyers, powerful female figures of worship continue to play a crucial role in belief systems today. The Goddess revelas how spiritual thought ties humanity to its ancient origins and shows us that the story of the goddess is also the story of ourselves.

Mothers of Influence: From History to Mythology

Explore the captivating stories of influential mothers who have shaped history and mythology through their remarkable contributions to society, politics, science, and the arts. Delve into the lives of trailblazing women such as Cleopatra, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Marie Curie, and Maya Angelou, whose strength, resilience, and vision have left a lasting impact on the world. Discover how these extraordinary mothers defied societal norms, fought for justice, and inspired generations to come with their courage and wisdom. Uncover the untold tales of mythical mothers like Gaia, Mother Nature, Demeter, and Isis, who symbolize the power of creation, fertility, and nurturing within ancient folklore and legend. Learn about the empowering myths and legends surrounding these maternal figures, and how they continue to shape the cultural imagination and spiritual beliefs of societies around the globe. From the goddesses of Olympus to the heroines of ancient epics, their stories resonate with timeless themes of love, sacrifice, and empowerment. With captivating narratives and rich historical context, "Mothers of Influence: From History to Mythology" celebrates the enduring legacy of mothers who have defied expectations and challenged norms to leave a lasting mark on the world. This engaging and enlightening journey through history and mythology is a tribute to the mothers who have inspired, empowered, and transformed the world with their strength, intelligence, and compassion.