A Brief History of Penis Worship

Carrie Weisman says that at the root of penis worship is a rich tradition of symbolism.

From the Washington Monument to the gear stick, the hotdog to the trophy, the phallus is everywhere. Sure, some may seem like happy accidents. Others more consciously constructed. But at the root of phallic adoration is a rich tradition of symbolism; a culture of images that begin and end with the penis. Often, we can trace these traditions back to a few familiar names. Read more