👉 Matriarchate is a concept in Greek mythology and literature that refers to an ancient society where women held power and control over men. It was associated with the goddess Athena and the god Zeus, who were believed to be the most powerful of all gods in Greece. The term "matriarch" means "mother," so matriarchates typically refer to societies or groups where women hold a significant role as leaders and decision-makers. In Greek mythology, matriarchs often included women who had
