​When ancient Greeks and Romans had to make decisions, they consulted the gods—by drawing lots, casting dice, interpreting dreams and analyzing such signs as sneezes, thunderbolts and flying birds.

​But for matters of the utmost importance, they sought to hear the words of the gods in the mouths of oracles.

​Pythias were virgins who dedicated their lives to prophesying on behalf of the god Apollo.

​The first Pythia is said to have been the goddess Themis, who is sitting on a tripod and holding a bowl and a sprig of laurel (Apollo’s sacred tree).

The Pythia was inspired by mysterious vapeurs.

​The Pythia resembles a shaman at least to the extent that she communicates while in a state of trance, and conveys as much to those present by uttering unintelligible words (Spirit Language).

​Edgy women festival 2015, 6 march, La sala rossa, Montreal