Celebrate the Dance of the Goddess


Book Description

Celebrate the Dance of the Goddess illuminates the highest beauty of the sacred feminine essence in the heart and soul of every woman. This book invites you to awaken to a deeper beingness in your heart and to Her knowledge and wisdom and to become Her. Themed inspirational stories delve into the profound depths of the heart with delightful choreography and journaling. Each theme ignites your inner fire, transforms body into spirit, the ordinary into extraordinary and expressing the essence and beauty of the Goddess from the ancient to the modern day. A real woman becoming her eternal grace and radiance as she dances in her heart and inspires the world!




Dancing the Goddess Incarnate


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Life is an adventure, a game, a dance. Whether you're shakin' it at the disco with Athena or doing the Charleston with Hecate, each goddess offers vital lessons for exploring-and enjoying-every facet of our lives. No matter your age, Dancing the Goddess Incarnate can help you get in touch with the maiden, mother, and crone within. You don't have to know the rhythm or the steps. Simply allow each of the nine goddesses to lead you onto the dance floor, outside your comfort zone, where you'll learn to unlock creativity, rediscover play, strategize success, and nurture yourself. This fun Pagan guide to self-exploration includes meditations, games, magic tips, herbal remedies, and exercises that can-with help from the goddesses-bring balance, beauty, and joy into your life.




The Dancing Goddesses: Folklore, Archaeology, and the Origins of European Dance


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A fascinating exploration of an ancient system of beliefs and its links to the evolution of dance. From Southern Greece to northern Russia, people living in agrarian communities have long believed in “dancing goddesses,” mystical female spirits who spend their nights and days dancing in the fields and forests. In The Dancing Goddesses, archaeologist, linguist, and lifelong folkdancer Elizabeth Wayland Barber follows the trail of these spirit maidens—long associated with fertility, marriage customs, and domestic pursuits—from their early appearance in traditional folktales and harvest rituals to their more recent incarnations in fairytales and present-day dance. Illustrated with photographs, maps, and line drawings, the result is a brilliantly original work that stands at the intersection of archaeology and folk traditions—at once a rich portrait of our rich agrarian ancestry and an enchanting reminder of the human need to dance.




The Spiral Dance


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Explores the growth, suppression, and modern reemergence of witchcraft as a religion, demystifying a misunderstood and maligned tradition and pointing out its relationship to feminism.




The Spiral Dance


Book Description

The twentieth anniversary edition of The Spiral Dance celebrates the pivotal role the book has had in bringing Goddess worship to the religious forefront. This bestselling classic is both an unparalleled reference on the practices and philosophies of Witchcraft and a guide to the life-affirming ways in which readers can turn to the Goddess to deepen their sense of personal pride, develop their inner power, and integrate mind, body, and spirit. Starhawk's brilliant, comprehensive overview of the growth, suppression, and modern-day re-emergence of Wicca as a Goddess-worshipping religion has left an indelible mark on the feminist spiritual consciousness. In a new introduction, Starhawk reveals the ways in which Goddess religion and the practice of ritual have adapted and developed over the last twenty years, and she reflects on the ways in which these changes have influenced and enhanced her original ideas. In the face of an ever-changing world, this invaluable spiritual guidebook is more relevant than ever.




Seasonal Dance


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Although this book concentrates specifically on pagan seasonal rituals, the techniques discussed can apply to any celebration. Provides the history, tradition, and significance of the seasonal holidays. Describes deity and element symbols, and includes a glossary of gods and goddesses, songs, chants, dances, games, and recipes.




Dancing Goddess


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Blending theory, criticism, and ritual, reveals the foundations of the ancient tradition of "matriarchal art," and shows how that tradition flourishes in the works of major contemporary women artists and in contemporary women's spirituality.




Dancing with the Goddess


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Unveil the mystical dance of the Goddess and awaken the power of divine love within you with "Dancing with the Goddess: Embracing Aphrodite's Energy Through Movement". In this enchanting guide, you will journey through twenty immersive chapters that weave together the realms of spirituality, self-love, and sensuality. You will explore the beauty, passion, and nurturing love of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, and learn how to harness her energy through the ancient art of dance. Discover the fluidity and grace of Aphrodite's dance, and awaken your sensuality through movement and rhythm. Express love, passion, and celebration through dance, and experience emotional healing and release through your movement. Delve deeper into your spiritual practice and integrate dance into your rituals and ceremonies. This book guides you in creating a sacred space dedicated to Aphrodite and invites you to partake in beauty rituals that honor your body as a divine temple. You'll learn how to adorn yourself with the symbols of Aphrodite, fostering a deeper connection to the goddess and her energy. "Dancing with the Goddess: Embracing Aphrodite's Energy Through Movement" also extends the dance beyond the self, exploring the beauty of partnership and the power of community through dance. Learn how to manifest love and beauty in your life, attract your heart's desires, and overcome challenges, all through the power of dance. By the end of this transformative journey, you will not only have a profound understanding of Aphrodite's energy but also a deep connection to your inner goddess. You will know how to embrace and embody Aphrodite's energy in your everyday life, creating a world filled with love, beauty, and divine feminine power. "Dancing with the Goddess" is more than just a book; it's a transformational journey that awakens and empowers your inner goddess through the magic of dance. Take the first step on this beautiful path today!




Spiral Dance, The - 20th Anniversary


Book Description

The twentieth anniversary edition of The Spiral Dance celebrates the pivotal role the book has had in bringing Goddess worship to the religious forefront. This bestselling classic is both an unparalleled reference on the practices and philosophies of Witchcraft and a guide to the life-affirming ways in which readers can turn to the Goddess to deepen their sense of personal pride, develop their inner power, and integrate mind, body, and spirit. Starhawk's brilliant, comprehensive overview of the growth, suppression, and modern-day re-emergence of Wicca as a Goddess-worshipping religion has left an indelible mark on the feminist spiritual consciousness. In a new introduction, Starhawk reveals the ways in which Goddess religion and the practice of ritual have adapted and developed over the last twenty years, and she reflects on the ways in which these changes have influenced and enhanced her original ideas. In the face of an ever-changing world, this invaluable spiritual guidebook is more relevant than ever.




Belly Dance


Book Description

Beautifully photographed live Belly Dance performances. Photographed during ten years with over 100 dancers. Author Martha Burns: "I wanted to recapture and share the dancers' inspiration and magic by means of visual images. I have been honored with Dr. Christiane Northrup writing my book's foreword, Alice Walker, Jean Shinoda Bolen, MD, and Jalaja Bonheim allowing me to quote from their books and for their encouraging words. Belly dance is a misunderstood art. Through my book, I hope to illustrate belly dance's beauty and power, why belly dancers believe this movement is the mother of all dance and why they dedicate their lives to mastering this art form. Belly dancers celebrate their (and each others') power and femininity with profound respect and reverence regardless of age, color, or size. Many feel a divine feminine energy during their dance transforming them into Goddesses. We all bask in this feminine force; those of us watching also become Goddesses." www.BellyDanceBook.net