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The Woman's Dictionary of Symbols and Sacred Objects by Barbara G. Walker

This fascinating guide to the history and mythology of woman-related symbols features:Unique organization by shape of symbol or type of sacred object21 different sections including Round and Oval Motifs, Sacred Objects, Secular-Sacred Objects, Rituals, Deities' Signs, Supernaturals, Body Parts, Nature, Birds, Plants, Minerals, Stones and Shells, and moreIntroductory essays for each section753 entries and 636 illustrationsAlphabetical index for easy referenceThree-Rayed Sun The sun suspended in heaven by three powers, perhaps the Triple Goddess who gave birth to it (see Three-Way Motifs).Corn Dolly An embodiment of the harvest to be set in the center of the harvest dance, or fed to the cattle to `make them thrive year round' (see Secular-Sacred Objects).Tongue In Asia, the extended tongue was a sign of life-force as the tongue between the lips imitated the sacred lingam-yoni: male within female genital. Sticking out the tongue is still a polite sign of greeting in northern India and

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The Woman's Dictionary of Symbols and Sacred Objects