Question

In Celtic mythology, one story involves Macha, who was pregnant at the time she outraced the king's horses on a wager. In Norse history, Freydis Eiriksdottir was pregnant at the time that she single-handedly turned back the natives of Vinland, who were at war with the Norse. Why do you think that pregnancy of these warrior women figures so prominently in mythology and folklore, as well as historical stories?

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I think it emphasizes on feminism and implies bravery of women. It might also emphasize on the motherly instincts that a mother would be fierce yet gentle at the same time for her child. she would be willing to attack anyone who harms her child while still being gentle to take care of the child simultaneously .I am not completely sure but I think elaborating this should be sufficient.

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