Whether Gaia, Hekate, Artemis, or Medusa - "Ave Dea" offers a new perspective on seemingly familiar figures. It gives voice to 13 goddesses of antiquity, uncovers their roots in a cultural epoch older than patriarchy, and weaves threads into our present. Did Pandora really unleash all the evils of the world? Was Hera truly just the jealous wife? Was Athena really a product of a virgin birth and a daughter of her father? Did Aphrodite really dedicate herself solely to love and beauty? The Great Goddesses confidently approach us, sharing the abundance of their gifts and abilities. It is an exciting journey of discovery for those interested in cultural history. An invitation to all who wish to recognize how myths reflect and shape spiritual forces as well as images of humanity and society. With a variety of didactic materials and numerous resources.