Men of patriarchal cultures have been committing heinous acts in the name of their God ever since they created a god for themselves. It seems that the earlier, goddess-oriented, nature-centered religions were far less cruel.
Interpretation
This quote critiques the violent tendencies of patriarchal religions compared to earlier goddess-based beliefs.
Barbara G. Walker's quote suggests that patriarchal religions have historically promoted violence and cruelty, often justifying heinous acts in the name of a male deity. In contrast, she posits that earlier, nature-centered religions that honored the feminine were less associated with such brutality, implying that the nature of the deity influences the moral implications of the beliefs.
In practice
During a panel discussion on gender and religion, this quote can illustrate the conversation about the role of women in spiritual narratives.
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