I love satire. There have been many great satirists throughout the years, like Jonathan Swift, Joseph Heller, Ray Bradbury, Kurt Vonnegut, George Saunders, and one of my favorites, Douglas Adams of the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy series. Who comes to your mind? But have you noticed there have been so few women satirists? Jane…
Socrates and the Silenced Feminine
Socrates embodied a feminine mode of knowing, promoting inner wisdom over societal norms. His execution symbolized the silencing of this intuition, reflecting a broader rejection of the feminine principle in ancient Greece. The text argues that Socrates honored the Holy Spirit, the silent wisdom long overlooked, and warns of the consequences of dismissing this essential voice.
We need a song to unite our nation…Julia Ward Howe: America’s Feminine Peace-weaver and Prophet – the Battle Hymn of the Republic
Julia Ward Howe, a poet, feminist, and abolitionist, is celebrated for her poem "Battle Hymn of the Republic," which unified America and recognized women's suffering during the Civil War. Despite facing patriarchal constraints, her literary contributions ignited conversations about women's roles and equality, leaving a lasting legacy in American culture.
Did Women Create Writing?
The first known author in Western history was a woman named Enheduanna, a high priestess from ancient Mesopotamia who composed hymns and poems to the Goddess Inanna around 5,000 years ago. This highlights the early association of writing with female deities and emphasizes the contributions of women to literature and knowledge.
The Return of the Feminine Philosopher
This meditation explores the theme of inner awareness and the revival of feminine philosophy, emphasizing the importance of silence in discovering one's true essence. It highlights voices of female philosophers like Theano and Hildegard, advocating for a balance between masculine and feminine wisdom to restore harmony and grace within ourselves.
What Is Philosophy, Really?
Philosophy, derived from Greek, means a love of wisdom, or Sophia, representing a feminine presence. Historically, Sophia's essence has been overshadowed by masculine rationality. True philosophy integrates intuition and emotion, emphasizing the importance of receiving wisdom. A revival recognizes that understanding involves listening to diverse voices, restoring the relationship with Sophia.
Feminine Philosophy: Unearthing the Voices, Reclaiming the Power
For most of recorded history, philosophy has worn a masculine mask. We learn the names of Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Kant. We quote them, study them, debate them. But where are the women? Too often, they were there - writing, teaching, questioning, leading - but erased, ignored, or silenced. Others didn't speak from lecture halls,…
The Silent Philosopher 