Goddess Feminism
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A growing feminist movement is completely rejecting biblical monotheism in favor of polytheistic goddess worship, viewing traditional Judaism and Christianity as irredeemably patriarchal. Analysis of papers from Indiana University's "Feminist Search for Religious Alternatives" conference and the Journal of Feminist Studies on Religion reveals the theological and ideological foundations driving this shift toward neopagan goddess feminism. Through textual analysis of feminist theological writings, ancient Near Eastern religious texts, and archaeological evidence of fertility cults, significant patterns emerge in how these movements interpret and reimagine religious history. The research uncovers a striking romanticization of ancient fertility goddesses that overlooks their historically documented violent and sexually explicit characteristics, alongside a revival of witchcraft practices on college campuses. Movement proponents consistently dismiss scholarly evidence that contradicts their idealized vision of peaceful, matriarchal societies, selectively interpreting archaeological data to support their narrative. This neopagan challenge to Judeo-Christian traditions holds particular significance for Jewish communities, given the prominent participation of Jewish women in goddess feminist circles. The movement's anti-biblical stance and systematic historical revisionism raise crucial questions about the intersection of feminist politics and religious scholarship.

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Published 1993
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Samuel Dresner