A little background on the history of female divine … and why that matters.
In ancient times, people worshiped both gods and goddesses as equal. Each individual one was an example of characteristics that mirrored the human condition, and each culture had their own representations for these deities. Life flowed around the changing of the seasons and the need for food and shelter, but as communities and societies grew, both gods and goddesses were equally called upon to assist with human interaction – to help with conflict or childbirth or any other aspect of day to day existence. Reverence was shown to gods and goddesses so they would support the people in their daily tasks, like planting, harvesting, spinning, and weaving. Both male and female deities were called upon when seasons or tasks required their support and attention – because these gods and goddesses were believed to have the power to intervene positively. Female goddesses, in particular, were worshiped as the representation of the great Mother, from whom all life was born. Mother Godde...