Goddess Xochiquetzal

 

Xochiquetzal: Aztec love goddess 

Xochiquetzal, the goddess of women, is the goddess of love and marriage.

Sacred prostitutes, artists, and dancers are all patronized by her.

She has influence over metamorphosis, weaving, and magick as a moon goddess.

Xochiquetzal is portrayed as a beautiful young woman dressed in gold and opulent garments.

Marigolds and doves are holy to her.

~Kiran Atma

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Goddess Shamhat

 

Shamhat: Mesopotamian erotic goddess.

Shamhat, the High Priestess of Inanna who reigns over holy marriage ceremonies and sensual actions, is well-known throughout Mesopotamian society.

She wields the heavenly secrets' power and oversees puberty's physical and mental metamorphosis.

Shamhat teaches sensuality as well as the standards and etiquette expected in elite society.

~Kiran Atma

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