 | Women in Ancient Arabia and the Middle East |
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The story of women in ancient Arabia and the Middle East is exciting, surprising and quite diverse. We find examples of strong and independent women still existing at a time when the entire area had become more patriarchal and controlling of women. But time brought great changes to the East...
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...This site investigates the evidence of the broad cultural heritage of women in Arabia and the Middle East from ancient times-- their varied roles, position, value & contributions in their social groups prior to their loss of status and freedom...
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...Mythology reflects the changing status of women in society. As we view the ancient figures of Gods and Goddesses and read the texts, we find the symbols & roles of the Goddesses gradually being replaced by characteristics of the male gods, as men take tighter control of the major functions of the culture. Thus, women's roles begin to diminish in value in society as women's independence abates... |
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