Ariadne's Thread

A Workbook of Goddess Magic

Shekhinah Mountainwater

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Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
31 October 2025

Mysticism; Magic, alchemy & hermetic thought; Gender studies: women; Mysticism, magic & ritual; Magic, spells & alchemy

According to ancient myths, the Goddess Ariadne fared poorly. But is that simply the story the Ancient Greeks wanted retold in their myths?

In this second, updated edition of Ariadne's Thread, Shekhinah Mountainwater argues that reclaiming womanhood and seeking spiritual liberation from patriarchal limitations can change the world-not by flipping the tables to a hierarchical matriarchy but in working toward a peaceful, egalitarian, sustainable society that embraces the traditionally ""feminine"" values of compassion and nurturing regardless of gender. She looks carefully and with wisdom at the old stories, and skillfully tugs the loose edges of old paradigms. A pioneer of the Goddess feminist movement, Mountainwater employs powerful archetypes and a feminist ethic of care to challenge our assumptions and draw us from the mundane into the mysterious in our own lives.

Considered a classic of women's spirituality and goddess worship, Ariadne's Thread offers a magical path of discovery into the mysteries of the Goddess. It includes detailed explorations of the Maiden, Mother, and Crone guiding the cycles of life, as well as rituals to affirm our lunar and natural cycles in the world. As the Library Journal writes, this ""well-written book encourages women to find their own spiritual path."" Offering her own thread to guide our labyrinth, Mountainwater has illuminated a powerful, poetic, and joyful initiation.

By: Shekhinah Mountainwater
Imprint: Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
Edition: 2nd Revised & Updated ed.
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 21mm
Weight: 526g
ISBN: 9781648374364
ISBN 10: 1648374360
Pages: 396
Publication Date: 31 October 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Shekhinah Mountainwater (October 24, 1938 - August 11, 2007) was a musician, author, teacher, and a key figure in the Goddess movement. She is well known on the west coast of the U.S., but has a significant following throughout America and abroad for her music, writing, teaching, Womanrunes, Moonwheels, Goddess ritual, and spiritual and social activism. Mountainwater referred to herself as a ""muse-ical mystical magical woman who loves the Goddess, a foremother of the Womanspirit movement, a teacher of Women's Mysteries, and a priestess of Aphrodite."" She dedicated her life to sharing and expressing the love of the Goddess, leading women to reclaim their power and connection to one another, and to the earth. Her music, poetry, tarot and learned writings are still celebrated in women's circles worldwide.

Reviews for Ariadne's Thread: A Workbook of Goddess Magic

""This is one of the very finest books on Women's Spirituality available at any price. Filled with chants, charts, illustrations, anecdotes, rituals, projects, and poetry, Ariadne's Thread is required reading for any daughter of the Great Mother.""-Sage Woman ""Shekhinah Mountainwater's capably organized and well written book encourages women to find their own spiritual path. This is a very good, practical book on women's spirituality and goddess worship. Recommended.""-Library Journal ""An inspiring resource for modern-day seekers."" -New Directions for Women ""It's about time! This book needed to be out ten years ago and I'm glad it's out now. Shekhinahs contributions to Women's Spirituality run all through the movement.""-Diane Stein ""Shekhinah Mountainwater has been a wise woman of the Goddess for many years. During those years, her music has touched the hearts and minds of many women. What a treat it is to have her share her weaving of womanly wisdom and insights with us on each page of Ariadne's Thread.""-Merlin Stone ""Shekhinah was my first teacher of women's mysteries back in the beginning of the movement. Her influence in my life has been pervasive and inspiring. Her wisdom, clarity and love of the Goddess shine through everything she teaches. This book will guide women on a journey to their sacred self.""-Ruth Barrett