Crones Exposed: The Unexpected Legacy of Ancient Wise Women!

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:48:34 +0000

Crones Exposed: The Unexpected Legacy of Ancient Wise Women For centuries, women deemed “crones”—elders often marginalized, silenced, or feared—held vital roles as healers, keepers of wisdom, and spiritual guides. In Cranes Exposed: The Unexpected Legacy of Ancient Wise Women, we uncover the rich, complex legacy of these remarkable women who defied societal norms and left an enduring impact on culture, medicine, and folklore. ### Who Were the Ancient Wise Women? Long before organized religion and formal medicine, women across Europe, Asia, and beyond served as herbalists, midwives, diviners, and community healers. Known by many names—wise woman, crone, crones, or even witch—these women possessed deep knowledge of plants, healing rituals, and spiritual practices passed down through generations. Far from superstition, their wisdom combined empirical observation with reverence for nature and the unseen world.