Norse Freya Sun and the harvest

and the harvest

Ixchel's hurricanes wash over the Earth and permit new growth

Lion-headed and enthroned

Astarte Beautifully detailed modern depiction of the ancient Babylonian fertility goddess

Norse Freya Sun and the harvestNorse Goddess of Love, Fertility and Childbirth Freya ruled Odin's Valkyries and is reputed to have taught him women's mysteries. Together with her consort brother Frey she was ruler of the Vanir, ancient matrifocal nature deities who pre existed Norse patriarchy. In this recreation of a 6th century Swedish bronze image she is shown smiling, encircled by her great necklace Brisingamen. Goddess of the moon, of love, and of childbirth, she gave her name