How did Gimbutas theorize Old European society was structured?
Patriarchal
Matrilineal
Matriarchal
Feudalist
Answer
Matriarchal structures characterized Old European society, as proposed by Gimbutas. Central to this notion was the veneration of a Great Goddess, symbolizing fertility and regeneration. This goddess-centered spirituality manifested in art and religious practices, reflecting the prominent role of women in positions of power and authority within these ancient communities.
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