Question

Based on what we have learned from discoveries of Minoan art, women may have played a key role in society, even holding societal positions such as priests. True or false ?

Answer 1

The answer is true. Minoans religion was described by the scholars as matriarchal. They were worshiping Goddesses and even have different from of arts that depicts priestesses officiating religious ceremonies. There were also some images and arts such as mother goddess of fertility and even female protectors of cities and households.