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This is your reminder to STOP and PAUSE!!!

Are you really in your head right now about your deity relationships? Are you extremely anxious, seemingly without reason, about whether or not your deity is upset with you? If so, try asking yourself the following:

- What reason would they actually have to be upset?

- When was the first time you've ever felt this way about any relationship within your life?

- Who was the first person who made you feel this?

- Are you absolutely sure, after asking yourself these questions, that your deity is upset with you?

Now, take a breath. Drink some water. Eat a yummy snack, if you'd like. You're ok, and you will get through this. Nothing is wrong with you, you're not a bad worshipper, and you are trying your best which is ok. Carry on.

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May Lady Hestia

Help you

Find comfort in every situation.

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Nazis will never be welcome in paganism. They have no space in our communities, we will have a zero tolerance policy when it comes to nazis. You have no right to the cultures, gods and religions you hijack to spread your disgusting ideologies. You will find no refuge or comraderie amongst pagans.

Reblog to let nazis know they’re not welcome here.

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Made this collage for Lord Ares

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Anyway, this blog stands with trans people. If you really think Aphrodite, or any of the Gods for that matter, doesn’t love every single one of their trans worshipers then you can leave. You sure as hell aren’t wanted here.

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have a photo dump of random pictures of Dionysus I just had on my phone

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Please stop reducing Paganism and Christianity down to a monolithic pissing contest over who dragged a tree in the house first. Just bc you personally don't like it doesn't mean syncretism didn't/doesn't exist.

Happy ᚠᚴᛝ Solstice.

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while i’m sure it’s certainly cool to be chosen by a deity for worship/devotion, i think there’s something beautiful about choosing them instead. having little to no signs from a deity, but seeing them and saying “yes. yes. yes. you are the one i want to devote myself to. work on myself for. be a part of your life as you are mine.” as a practitioner and then setting forth. i personally feel like we don’t have many options in life, so it’s nice to be the one to decide.

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may lord ares guide you in your every battle, may he fight as your comrade in arms in every war

may he teach you never to suppress the passionate fury that resides in your very bones

lord ares, he who sees the every injustice you face and he who will be by your side as you seek retribution

he is your finest hour, your shrill cry, the arrow you release and the spear you gut your fears with.

never lose the gifts lord ares has bestowed upon you, it is of your nature to be passionate and furious, fight for what you believe and never surrender.

(im listening to rock music rn and it made me think of lord ares)

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i just realized i never posted this trans venus piece on here :o

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Djehuty

Offerings

Water, (red) wine, whiskey, bourbon, milk, beer, coffee, orange juice.

Meat, bread, honey, fruits, vegetables, nuts, cinnamon, chocolate, caramel, butterscotch, cakes and other sweets. Herbs, as well, whether you’re cooking with them or for others reasons.

Frankincense and myrrh, lavender, eucalyptus, chamomile, and citrus smells are great for incense, candles, essential oils, or perfume.

Writing utensils (pens and quills), paper, journals, a calendar. He’ll even take wax seals, too. Notes from school or work.

Any medication you’re on. Science or medical equipment.

Imagery of him- including statues, drawings, printed pictures. Ibis, baboon or moon imagery.

As well as maat and the ankh

Devotional Acts

Meditation and yoga to practice mindfulness and to help yourself feel more balanced. Shadow work can also be a great devotional act or going to therapy. Positive affirmations can even be a good devotional act to help you feel more confident.

Learn and study. As a god of knowledge, he loves to see people thrive. He wants you to be eager to learn about anything. Write about it afterwards, take notes. You can even read- even if it’s “brain junk,” there’s still wisdom to be found within the pages. Start learning a new language if you wish or even make one up! Learn pieces of wisdom or look at sebayts.

Experiment! He’s a god of science, so SAFELY practice some science experiments (cooking is a science, too.) Experiment with different learning styles to find what best suits you! Experiment with magic- even if it’s like learning a new spell or manifestation.

Creative acts like cooking, writing, drawing, or even find a new hobby!. Just bring something to life.

Signs

Ibises or ibis imagery- this can include imagery appearing on your Etsy randomly, or on your Pinterest, or other forms of social media; along with baboon imagery. You could also see this with the shed tree, as it was a scared symbol to Djehuty.

Being drawn to the moon. You may see an increase in moon imagery as well. You may have feelings of wanting to sit outside and look at the moon.

You may feel a call to want to learn or craft. You could feel the urge to randomly pick up a new language one day or to start writing.

You may see that justice is coming to you. He crafted and reinforced the laws of maat, so you could even feel a sense of justice.

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Friendly reminder that you don’t need to be Greek or Mediterranean in your ethnicity or heritage to practice Hellenism! Religion and spirituality transcends anthropology and genetics, the gods will love anybody of any heritage, race, sexuality, or gender who wishes to revere them and learn about or partake in the practice of hellenism!

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How could anyone talk badly about ANY of the gods.

First of all, it’s extremely disrespectful and as many others had already said, the gods are NOT their myths. Myths are called myths for a reason.

Second of all, just look at their devotees and worshippers. There are so many people sharing their stories of how much love they get from certain gods, how helpful and kind they are. Do you think someone ‘evil’ would be capable of this?

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Shoutout to the Helpols with disabilities.

Those of us who have anxiety, depression, other mental disabilities and physical disabilities. You guys are absolutely fabulous.

Even with the pain and struggles you work through daily, you still find time to worship. And even on the days you can’t you’re still doing enough. The things you go through is awful some days and yet you guys are still so dedicated and you deserve so much rest and recognition.

The gods will never be mad at you for the days where you’re in so much pain mentally or physically that you can’t worship, or offer things at their altar. They’re proud of you for still being here and working through it all despite the pain it can bring sometimes.

Keep doing you, and remember to take breaks and rest when you need it.

Love you disabled Hellenic polytheists.

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If I think too hard about ancient Greece I'll cry because what do you mean I'll never get to worship at my gods' temples in their full glory? Imagine how close they must have felt. The wind through the temple halls must have felt like their breath. Standing in those temples must have felt like standing before that god themself. Giving them tiny offerings as they tower over you. Approving.

My chest feels tight with the knowing that I'll never be able to bow with my face to the cold floor in those sacred spaces.

UGH!

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The Gods love you.

Even when you spend days without lighting up their candles.

Even if you don't have an Altar.

Even if you don't feel their presence yet.

Even if you're not good at tarot.

Or doesn't have prophetic dreams.

They still love you. And you know why?

Because you're you. And that's enough for them, your presence, your devotion, your well-being, is what truly matters for them.

So don't you feel pressured or sad, lovebug 💜💜