When God Was a Woman Free Audiobook Download

Author : Merlin Stone

Merlin Stone was a distinguished sculptor and an influential professor of art and art history, renowned for her groundbreaking feminist work, *When God Was a Woman*. Her fascination with archaeology and ancient religions stemmed from her study of ancient art, leading her to teach at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Over her early career as a sculptor, she garnered acclaim through widespread exhibitions and various commissions. After dedicating a decade to research, she published *When God Was a Woman* in 1976, presenting her controversial theories on how the Hebrews suppressed goddess-based religions in Canaan and the impact of this suppression on the development of Judaism and Christianity. Stone’s other significant contribution, *Ancient Mirrors of Womanhood*, compiles myths and prayers featuring goddess figures from diverse world traditions. Her thought-provoking hypotheses challenge conventional views of history and remain subjects of debate. In addition to her books, she authored numerous stories, essays, and critiques, including *3,000 Years of Racism*. Stone passed away on February 25, 2011, in Daytona Beach after enduring a lengthy illness.