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The Concept of the Goddess

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This volume is a study of the female aspect of religion both in past and present mythologies. It explores the function and nature of goddesses and their cults in many cultures, including Celtic, Roman, Norse, Caucasian and Japanese traditions. The contributors explore the reasons for the existence of so many goddesses in the mythological traditions of largely patriarchal societies. They demonstrate how, in many myths, the female deity is seen as more ambivalent than her male counterparts, curing and cursing at whim. They show goddesses do not play primarily "feminine" roles in myths; war, hunting and sovereignty being equally important aspects of their cults.

Author Biography:

Sandra Billington, Miranda Green
Release date NZ
September 5th, 1996
Audiences
  • General (US: Trade)
  • Tertiary Education (US: College)
Contributors
  • Edited by Miranda Green
  • Edited by Sandra Billington
Pages
206
Dimensions
156x234x19
ISBN-13
9780415144216
Product ID
5788145

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