Perhaps no paradox in the symbolism of the mother goddess stands out more profoundly than the twin images of the goddess as both a power of love and light and a world destroyer. Add to this paradox the global association with the planet Venus and the mystery does not just grow: it must have an explanation. The subject of this video series by Dave Talbott is the ancient experience of towering celestial forms that are no longer present. From a single snapshot of the configuration, we can work backward to the first appearance of these bodies out of an undifferentiated cloud or sea of dusty plasma. We can then follow the configuration’s evolution through phases that range from quasi-stability to earth-shaking catastrophe. Important Note: As this series continues, it will become increasingly important to start with the Preface and work forward sequentially. These were not intended to be stand-alone videos.