The Phallic Worship. A History of Sex and Sex Rites in relation to the Religions of All Races from Antiquity to the Present Day

In The Phallic Worship, George Ryley Scott explores the significant role that male sexual organs, practices, and rites have played in various traditions throughout history and into the present day. His book presents a comprehensive study of phallic worship, revealing its significance within the broader context of human sexuality and religious practices.

This comprehensive study includes the symbolism, rituals and beliefs associated with the male sex in a wide range of societies, from ancient civilisations to those of the present day. It also explores the links between phallicism and various forms of worship, including the veneration of the erect male penis, the cult of the snake, and the complex relationship between masculinity, sexual behaviour and religious ceremonies.

The text explores various aspects of the phallus worship, such as its association with witchcraft, its significance and its impact on views of sexual promiscuity. Scott analyses the penetration of phallic symbols and practices into different faiths and cultures, contributing to a nuanced understanding of the sacred aspects of sexuality.

Accompanied by twenty-three plates and numerous vignettes, the book provides both a narrative and a visual representation of the expanding influence of phallic worship throughout history. Scott's work is an invitation to explore the intersections of sexuality and religion with an informed and open-minded perspective, advocating a comprehensive study of human history and cultural practices.

Privately printed, 1941; 1st ed., 1966