Roseanne Barr

Judaism is one of the last of the world's matrilineal philosophies. Matriarchies are always the cultures that patriarchy attacks and decimates, because they don't spend all their money on the military like patriarchy does. They are easy prey.

American Actress

Gloria Steinem

The Native American cultures on this continent, most of them, were matrilineal, and some women were the chiefs. Societies were about balance.

American Activist

Pramila Jayapal

I come from a state in India that is a matrilineal state, Kerala. And so women really are seen as very powerful.

American Politician

Deb Haaland

We're a matrilineal society, as Pueblo women, and there are a lot of tribes across the country who are.

Understand that 'matrilineal' relates to societies where mothers' lineage is pivotal.

Cultural Significance

'Matrilineal' is different from 'matriarchal', which means women lead the society.

Not Matriarchal

In 'matrilineal' lines, inheritance or titles are often exclusively through the female relatives.

Exclusive Inheritance

 We are a people that deeply value, honor and respect the roles of women. We always have. We're a matrilineal culture. And so, traditionally, our matriarchs would often guide and direct the speakers of the people, otherwise known as the chiefs.

The legacy of matriarchs...

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