Maiden Mother Matriarch with Louise Perry Witchcraft, Matriarchies, and Deep History - Stone Age Herbalist | Maiden Mother Matriarch
Nov 27, 2024
In this engaging discussion, the Stone Age Herbalist, an anonymous writer and archaeologist, delves into the fascinating world of Paleolithic art and matriarchy. They explore the significance of Venus figurines, connecting ancient representations of femininity to modern beliefs about witchcraft in Ghana. The conversation unpacks dietary practices of prehistoric societies and their impact on social hierarchies. Lastly, burial customs reveal deeper cultural narratives about pregnancy and the evolving understanding of gender roles from a feminist perspective.
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Deep Time and Prehistory
- The discovery of prehistoric artifacts, including Venus figurines, challenged the then-dominant biblical understanding of history.
- This led to the development of "deep time" and a reassessment of humanity's past.
Saartjie Baartman and Racial Interpretations
- Saartjie Baartman, a Khoikhoi woman, was exhibited in Europe due to her steatopygia.
- This body type, similar to some Venus figurines, influenced early racial interpretations of the figurines.
Obesity in the Ice Age
- The obesity depicted in some Venus figurines, surprising for an Ice Age context, might reflect real women.
- Explanations include access to high-calorie megafauna and a potential social value placed on fatness.