what is a phallus?

Answer 1

It's an erect penis.

Answer 2

The phallus most often refers to the physical male genitalia, although in some cases it can refer to the clitoris, or the labia majora and labia minora of a female during fetal development, or to the male and female genitalia conjoined, or to the organ before sexual differentiation is evident. In its symbolic sense, it is an expression of the active generative power which is inherent in both men and women. It is often represented as an erect penis, although other possible symbols are the cross, the winged globe, the Sun, and the wand.

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In anthropology, phallicism or phallic worship refers to the ritual adoration of the human penis, or the phallus. Elements of phallicism have been found in many cultures, including Ancient Greece, India and Sumer.

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Worship of the phallus as a symbol of creative energy has played an essential role within virtually every world culture. Strong traditions of phallic art are evident throughout Egypt, Greece, India, and Northern Europe. A wide range of art, myths, and cultural customs have been central to phallic symbolism, dating at least as far back as the Neolithic era, following the end of the Ice Age, about 8000 B.C.

Symbolism: Since earliest human prehistory, the image of the phallus has been considered a symbol of the means by which the Supreme Being procreates the Universe. Some consider the worship of the phallus to be at the origin of every religion, based upon belief that the phallus is the image of the creator in mankind. Contempt, degradation, or debasement of this sacred symbol is thought to provoke the anger of the gods, for the one who scorns the very symbol of life is abandoning the human race to extinction.Amethyst Sterling Silver Phallic Pendant - The Sacred Phallus - phallic symbolism, ancient wisdom, myths, cultural customs, magic power beliefs, rites, ceremonies, eroticism, phallicism, phallus worship, sacred masculinity

Belief in Magical Attributes: Some say that the phallus possesses a magical power which is particularly effective against the evil eye. In Egypt as well as in the Greco-Roman world, the phallus was considered to have attributes to dispel dark and demonic forces.

Numerous references have been found in European literature regarding the belief that art-made phallic objects were felt to have magical powers, especially in averting all kinds of misfortunes.

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Primeval humans practiced cult of phallus 28,000 years ago.

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Answer 3

Originally, it was a Large spire that people used to dance around as worship to the god Ashera (not quite sure of the spelling). It would have been similar to a totem pole only that It was carved in the shape of a male member if you catch my drift. Over time, the term phallus began to be used to refer to what it actually looked like. The adjective is phallic, meaning to resemble a penis.

Answer 4

The phallus or phallic symbol is usually an erect penis. This symbol often is depicted to represent fertility in many ancient cultures.

Answer 5

the first name of our Vice President
who is one as well......peace

BLANK Cheney

Answer 6

it's what men think women envy

Answer 7

its what prophylactics are for