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World of the Goddess [VHS]

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Here is Dr. Gimbutas talking to a small group of students and the professor in an informal, intimate setting. The format is standard: first an exposition of the topic of the Old World goddess cultures, and second a question and answer period, not overtaxing as only several pertinent questions are asked, and the answers are just as pertinent and interesting.

Dr. Gimbutas has a passion for her life's work which is communicated to the viewer of this video; many of the figurines which she displays were excavated by herself in Macedonia, Crete, etc. She begins with the water bird goddess, prevelant for several millennia throughout Europe. The snake goddess, and even the head and horns of a bull, are further feminine examples. Universally, before invaders destroyed this sweet civilization in three separate phases, the earth was peaceful. The only weapons were for hunting. There were no fortifications, ramparts, no one claimed dominion over the sky (what we now call "air space"). She suggests we cannot go back, but take what is known, incorporate it, and move forward with it. After September 11th, one wonders if it is not too late. Still, it's worth a try.

If you're interested in the goddess, as well as viewing an exceptional woman and teacher, you'll enjoy this video. It's one I plan to watch again as I think you can learn more from it every time.