Goddess, Witch, Woman | ep. 5 - Inanna, Bright Queen of Heaven and Earth

Welcome to Goddess, Witch, Woman Episode 5Inanna, Bright Queen of Heaven & EarthIn this episode, Marianna Portela brings you into the mythic world of Inanna, one of the oldest and most powerful goddesses of ancient Mesopotamia.You’ll hear:• How Inanna seduced the mes (sacred tablets of wisdom) from the god Enki• A radical act of self-love as Inanna admires her vulva in the garden• The sacred tree story: Lilith, the Anzu bird, and the exile of the wild feminine• The words of Enheduanna, high priestess and the world’s first known author and her hymn The Exaltation of Inanna• A reflection on how patriarchy rewrote the goddess through mythologyThis episode is a poetic journey through myth, memory, and feminine power.📚 Books mentioned:Inanna: Queen of Heaven and Earth – Diane Wolkstein & Samuel Noah KramerInanna, Lady of Largest Heart – Betty De Shong MeadorThe descent is coming on the next episode... But first, we rise with her light.mariannaportela.substack.com | instagram: @healingstoriesforwomen This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mariannaportela.substack.com