Ancient Women as Scholars and More
Global Influence: Across civilizations, women like Hypatia of Alexandria and female scholars in China and Mesopotamia made their mark in fields like astronomy, literature, and philosophy.
Role in Ayurveda: Many women were Ayurvedic healers, midwives, and herbal experts, preserving natural remedies and medical knowledge through generations.
Artists & Writers: Women composed poetry, sang devotional songs, and were instrumental in oral storytelling traditions, often acting as cultural carriers in society.
Educators & Keepers of Wisdom: Through both formal and informal means, women passed down knowledge within families and communities, sustaining traditions and values.
Defying Norms: Even in male-dominated eras, these women broke barriers and carved out spaces for intellectual and creative expression
Vedic Scholars: Women like Gargi, Maitreyi, and Lopamudra were renowned for their intellect, engaging in philosophical debates and contributing to the Upanishads.