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Celtic goddesses presided over war, nature, animals, healing and fertility. Considerable recent interest has been focused on the role of goddesses in ancient societies, though not always with a clear eye on the actual source material. This book, written by one of the leading scholars of Celtic myth and religion, examines the significance of the female in Celtic belief and ritual as expressed in surviving archaeological remains and written sources.Divine and semidivine females abound in Welsh and Irish myths, often associated with themes of virginity and sexuality, promiscuity and destruction. The concept of partnership is a prominent aspect of Celtic religion and myth, and it is possible to trace evidence of the divine marriage in both European iconography and Irish myth. Interestingly, the female is sometimes the dominant partner.Terrifying battle goddesses were invoked in times of war, often believed to change into ravenform as harbingers of death. A Mother Goddess was venerated, often in triple form, and supplicated for fertility of animals and crops. Goddesses were often linked with animals: birds, dogs, bears, pigs and snakes all had their divine protectresses. The great Celtic horsegoddess Epona even had a Roman festival dedicated to her. The transition from polytheistic paganism to monotheistic Christianity in the Celtic west is examined in a final chapter.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Celtic Goddesses: Warriors, Virgins and Mothers'? A: The book examines the significance of female figures in Celtic belief and ritual, highlighting their roles in war, nature, healing, and fertility through archaeological and written sources.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Miranda Green, a leading scholar of Celtic myth and religion.
- Q: What are the notable themes discussed in the book? A: Notable themes include the concepts of virginity, sexuality, partnership, and the transition from polytheistic paganism to monotheistic Christianity.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic purposes? A: Yes, the book is written by a respected scholar and provides a thorough examination of Celtic goddesses, making it suitable for academic study.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Celtic Goddesses: Warriors, Virgins and Mothers' have? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1996.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The book is described as being in good condition.
- Q: Does this book cover the transition from paganism to Christianity? A: Yes, the final chapter examines the transition from polytheistic paganism to monotheistic Christianity in the Celtic west.
- Q: What kind of audience would benefit from reading this book? A: Readers interested in Celtic mythology, history, and women's studies will find this book particularly beneficial.