The Goddess From Old Europe to Now: Enchanting Symbols of the Egg, Water and the Snake
In this video, I dive into the groundbreaking work of Marija Gimbutas, an incredible archaeologist and anthropologist who dedicated her life to studying goddess imagery in the archaeological sites of Old Europe. Through her research, she uncovered over 20,000 representations of the goddess and documented a matriarchal culture that thrived between 10,000 BCE and 2,000 BCE—one deeply rooted in the worship of the earth goddess and the female form as the central spiritual figure.
This episode lays the foundation for a new series where I'll explore the ancient symbols found on architecture, vases, pottery, and art—many of which Gimbutas identified in her studies. In this first installment, we’ll focus on the egg as a symbol of creation, fertility, and the generative power of the goddess. I'll share ways you can work with this symbol to tap into your own creative potential, including artistic practices and gardening rituals.
I hope this series inspires you and offers meaningful ways to connect with the wisdom of the ancestors and the sacred symbols of the old world.
To listen to more about the work of Marija Gimbutas from my episode "Plants, Politics & Power: How to Take Action & Create Change click here: https://youtu.be/qPqpfeLfa2k?feature=shared
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Resources:
"Signs Out of Time, the Story of Marija Gimbutas" - https://youtu.be/BjE2-H1R9Zs?feature=shared
"The Goddesses and Gods of Old Europe" by Marija Gimbutas - https://amzn.to/42d6aSF
"The Language of the Goddess" by Marija Gimbutas - https://amzn.to/3EdFkl9