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Feminist Religion Essay

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Our modern world would be changed if worship of the Mother Goddess were once again the most popular spirituality on the plant because, women would have a new-found respect. Not only from men, but from women to women as well. Women’s rights would be apparent and equal to those of men. Sex would be viewed in a different light. And, compassion would be more evident in everyday life. With the Mother Goddess back, the right to be a woman would be just that. It wouldn’t have to be demanded or worked for, it would be given. Male dominance would no longer be prominent. Women would have the right to walk down the street without being the target of a “cat call “, or whistling. Women would have the right to equal pay. Women would have the right to their body and the choice to choose what to do in terms of an abortion or in anything relating to their body. Women would be treated equally by their husbands and or wives. “I rub your feet, you rub mine.” With the Mother Goddess being the most popular spirituality on the planet; sex or sexuality would be considered sacred and beautiful. Sex would not be deemed as “whorelike” or dirty. Women wouldn’t feel guilt or shame when having sex. Judgement would no longer be an issue. Double-standards would be nonexistent …show more content…

When women love, they love unconditionally and with their whole heart. Women work hard to build strong foundations for their families and things that they believe in. It is built in women’s hearts to nurture and to feel compassion. It is more likely for a woman to offer help, a shoulder to cry or lean on, give a hug to someone in need, than a man. As a mother, women teach compassion to not only their children, but to people’s lives they have touched. Compassion is something so many people lack in today’s world. Learning from Mother Goddess as a spiritual leader would help change that. Compassion leads to empathy, peace, and

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