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Monica Sjöö

The Great Cosmic Mother: Rediscovering the Religion of the Earth

"The Great Cosmic Mother: Rediscovering the Religion of the Earth" by Monica Sjöö is a groundbreaking work that explores the forgotten history of the Goddess and the religion of the Earth. Published in 1987, the book is a result of Sjöö's extensive research and personal spiritual journey. Sjöö argues that the worship of the Goddess and the recognition of the divine feminine have been systematically suppressed and erased from history by patriarchal societies. She contends that the religion of the Earth, which venerated the Goddess and celebrated the cycles of nature, was the original religion of humanity, and that its suppression has led to the ecological crisis we face today. The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the history of the Goddess and the religion of the Earth, tracing its roots back to the Paleolithic era. The second part explores the ways in which the religion of the Earth has been suppressed and distorted by patriarchal religions, particularly Christianity. The third part offers a vision for the future, in which the religion of the Earth is reclaimed and restored to its rightful place. Sjöö's writing is passionate, eloquent, and deeply informed by her own spiritual experiences. She draws on a wide range of sources, including archaeology, mythology, history, and anthropology, to make her case. The book is also richly illustrated with images of Goddess figures and other artifacts from around the world. "The Great Cosmic Mother" has been praised for its scholarly rigor, its imaginative scope, and its political significance. It has been described as a "feminist classic" and a "major contribution to the history of religion." It is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of religion, feminist theory, or ecological activism. In conclusion, "The Great Cosmic Mother" is a powerful and thought-provoking book that challenges readers to rethink their assumptions about religion, gender, and the natural world. It is a passionate call to action, urging us to reclaim the religion of the Earth and restore the balance between masculine and feminine, culture and nature, mind and body...