Thecla's story comes from a time when Christianity was beginning to find it's place in the world. In a time when life for women was designed around domestic duties and motherhood, she broke from the expected to carve the life she chose. This is beautifully expressed when she baptises herself to receive the seal of God whom she dedicates her life to. Thecla reminds us of how the strength of one's passion can make anything possible.
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Thecla's story comes from a time when Christianity was beginning to find it's place in the world. In a time when life for women was designed around domestic duties and motherhood, she broke from the expected to carve the life she chose. This is beautifully expressed when she baptises herself to receive the seal of God whom she dedicates her life to. Thecla reminds us of how the strength of one's passion can make anything possible.

White Buffalo Calf Woman's story reminds us of the importance of our connection to spirit, the land and those around us. She arrives amongst the Lakota tribe during a time of great hardship and guides them back to spirit through smoking of the sacred pipe and rituals still practiced today.

The story of Isis is one of the oldest goddess stories recorded. She embodies the infinite love and compassion of motherhood, as well as protection. Isis was so beloved that her iconography and elements of her story were carried on into new religions as they emerged, making her truly eternal.

Enheduanna was a high priestess in Mesopotamia at a time when the written word was in its very beginning. Her prayers and psalms not only united religion in her kingdom but inspired religious writing into the modern era. As the first person to sign her name to her work, she also became the first recorded author known by name.

Gbadu sits atop her palm tree watching over the world. For those who choose to connect with their soul, she will reveal their destiny and life's purpose.

Cana Cludhmor is celebrated as the creator of the Irish harp, now the national symbol of Ireland. Inspired by the perfect dance of nature, Cana Cludhmor's creation would become the core of traditional Irish music.

Lilith's story is often told as that of a demon, when her truth was that she wanted to be treated as the equal she knew she was.

Kali was born to defeat demons, and in doing so empowered herself and the Goddesses around her.

From humble princess to grand Buddha, Kuan Yin's journey teaches the grace we attain through compassion and unconditional love.