La diosa Deméter. Maternidad beligerante, ecofeminismo y ética del cuidado en la mitología griega

• Olaya Fernández Guerrero ^[1]
  1. [1] Universidad de La Rioja

     Universidad de La Rioja

     Logroño, España

     
• Localización: Ideas y valores: Revista Colombiana de Filosofía, ISSN-e 0120-0062, Vol. 71, Nº. 179, 2022, págs. 79-97
• Idioma: español
• DOI: 10.15446/ideasyvalores.v71n179.83317
• Títulos paralelos:
  • The Goddess Demeter Combative Motherhood, Ecofeminism and Ethics of Care in Greek Mythology
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  • español

    En el contexto griego clásico, Deméter era venerada como diosa de la agricultura y protectora de la fertilidad. Asimismo, la relación entre esta deidad y su hija Koré-Perséfone representaba la fortaleza del vínculo maternal. Este artículo explora las dimensiones simbólicas de esta figura mitológica, poniendo de relieve sus conexiones con un modelo ético de maternidad asociado al cuidado y a la resistencia frente a las injusticias. Además, se aborda una lectura de este mito desde la perspectiva de la teoría feminista contemporánea, mostrando su cercanía con los planteamientos del ecofeminismo.

  • English

    In the classical Greek context, Demeter was worshipped as a goddess of agriculture and a protector of fertility. Moreover, the relationship between this deity and her daughter Kore-Persephone represented the strength of the maternal bond. This article explores the symbolic dimensions of this mythological figure, highlightingits connections with an ethical model of motherhood related to care and resistance against injustices. In addition, this article approaches this myth from the perspective of contemporary feminist theory, showing its links with ecofeminism.

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