The mythological aspect of those images has not yet been the subject of a special study, despite the fact that many specialists have noted their presence on ancient Armenian coins.
The study of the history of money circulation in ancient Armenia indicates the presence of mythological images, which can be seen on the coinage of Orontid and Artaxiad dynasties. By being open to the possibility of re-interpreting old mythologies which tell us of a "reality" in which human nature is essentially aggressive, in conflict with self and others, we may develop the inspiration and vision to re-build cooperative, peaceful (Chalice) partnership societies. Through new evidence from art, archeology, religion, and anthropology, Eisler shows that mythologies suggesting that human nature is inherently warlike or aggressive can be re-interpreted, showing it to be less war-like than traditionally thought She points toward new mythologies which involve partnership and cooperation, and are essential for facing the awesome crisis of nuclear power, the most dangerous weapon of the Blade social order. These latter societies were characterized by violent, authoritarian and hierarchical rule. Using recent archeological findings, Eisler demonstrates that peaceful societies actually existed (symbolized by the Chalice), but were overtaken by violent societies (symbolized by the Blade). It was an expression of the psychic traditions of the people who created it, and it reflected their understanding of the world.Reviews the book, The Chalice and the Blade: Our History, Our Future by Riane Eisler (1987). #4 The first art that humans produced was crude and undeveloped, but it was far more than that.
But as more scholars were secular scientists rather than monks like Abbé Breuil, some began to question tenets once accepted by the scholarly establishment. #3 The evolutionary model of man the hunter-warrior has colored most interpretations of Paleolithic art. It is the result of scholarly preconceptions, which are in contrast with the findings of modern gathering-hunting societies. #2 The idea that Paleolithic art was only created by male hunters is not based on any factual evidence. It was a record of their awe at the mystery of life and death, and it indicated that very early in human history, the human will to live found expression through a variety of rituals and myths.
#1 The Paleolithic art of the humans of the Paleolithic era was a sacred tradition that was related to the will to live. Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book.
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