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Recieved: 2000/07/19 17:16
Subject: Re: [K-list] Re: Shamans...long
From: Jasper
On 2000/07/19 17:16, Jasper posted thus to the K-list:
"Krystyna V." wrote:
>
> <I did not know that shamans were
> <originally from a matriarchal culture. Fascinating.
Hi,
What you say is not completely true. When matriarchy flourished there
were also rituals and sacrifices of men to the Goddess, male sex slaves
and castrations. Men revolted against this and in the course of 30.000
years the roles were sadly turned around. From Matriarchy via
Androgynous Gods to Patriarchy now and maybe it will turn to Matriarchy
again..
waiting joyfully ;)
Jasper
>
> Susan,
> If you think that is interesting, then you'll be happy to know that with the
> exception of Eastern philosophies and spirituality, "most" cultures and
> belief systems did begin with the matriarchal power. With the wymyn being
> the healers and seers. Also being sought out for advice and to make
> decisions for the good of the communities. The male aspect came into play
> out of a feeling of threat. It is stated in many accounts in history that
> men could not bear the thought of wymyn being able to give the gift of life,
> therefore causing jealousy and fear.Very quickly, wymen were cast out, and
> silenced through violence.For in general, we are not a waring,violent
> gender. What became of the wymwn then, you ask? Eventually~The Burning
> Times. Never Again. Read Drawing Down the Moon by Margot Adler for
> starters.Dry and technical in parts...very "matter-of-fact like" but
> imformative. Blessed Be.
>
> ~Krystyna
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