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sorry for not posting yesterday I was incredibly drunk

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My Dionysus

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happy Saturday Lord Dionysus!!!

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Day 3: Symbols and Icons of this Deity

Symbols & Icons of Lord Dionysus

Thyrsus

Wine

Grapes

Fruits

Leopards

Theater masks

Goblets

Bulls

Dolphins

Pomegranates

Ivy

Donkeys

Pinecones

Satyrs

Maenads

Tigers

Snakes

Phallus

Panthers

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Items for Lord Dionysus’ altar

Wine

Grapes

Statues and/or images of Dionysus

Apples

Goblets

Wine glasses

Ethically sourced furs

Statues of leopards, tigers, snakes, and/or bulls

Theater masks

Play programs

Phallic imagery

Fake or real plants

Pinecones

wildflowers

Wine corks, bottles, or labels

Bottle caps

Pride flags and/or pins

Condoms

Candles

Scripts

Garnet

Ruby

Amethyst

These are all suggestions and common associations of Dionysus. If you do not have some of these or don’t feel comfortable owning some of these, that is valid. We all have different practices and how you do yours will differ from mine.

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30 days of deity devotion

Day 2: How did you first become aware of this deity?

It’s hard to pin point when I first became aware of Dionysus. I think my first memory of really being interested in him was my junior year in high school. I had been practicing paganism and witchcraft since my freshman year so I wasn’t new to the concept. Since maybe 2nd grade I knew of Dionysus(I was that one weird kid obsessed with mythology), but I wasn’t worshipping him or really any deity yet. I was a theater kid and for my junior year production we did Percy Jackson the musical. (Luckily the club had multiple pagans and a great director so we were able to perform it respectfully) Back then I had a crush on my friend who was playing Mr D. Aka Dionysus. And that somehow transitioned to me being obsessed with Dionysus. And after a year of researching and praying to him I finally decided to devote myself to him. Shoutout to that friend, without you I wouldn’t be where I am now.

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(by Gregory Piper)

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think i’m gonna try making wine as a devotional act to Lord Dionysus

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A cat is a cat, no matter the size

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My version of Dionysus taking a lil nap

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30 days of deity devotion

Day 1: A basic introduction

Dionysus is the Hellenic(Greek) god of wine, theater, ecstasy, madness, gender, parties, and vegetation. Some of his common associations are grapes, ivy, leopards, goblets, phallic imagery, pine trees, and theater masks.

Dionysus has a long history of being associated with different gods and deities from other cultures. Some of which include: Jesus, Osiris, Zagreus, Bachus, and Liber. A common theory on why this happened was because of Dionysus’ traveling tendencies.

There are many stories describing the personality and appearance of Dionysus. Many stories describe him as having a feminine figure, while others describe him as being large and hairy. Some believe there are two different gods both named Dionysus.

Dionysus is the son of Zeus and Semele. While in the womb Hera deceived Semele into revealing Zeus’ true form. Some sources say Semele died of fright others say she was obliterated by the divine power of Zeus’ true form. Nonetheless she died, after her death Zeus took the fetus of baby Dionysus and stitched him into his thigh. Zeus let Dionysus grow until he was ready to be birthed, unstitched him and gave him to Hermes(who gave him to forest nymphs that tried killing him because of Hera).

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🍇 Subtle Dionysus Worship 🥂

Drinking grape juice

Eating food that you love, especially comfort foods

Hosting or attending parties

Hanging out with loved ones

Celebrating your accomplishments, big or small

Having a candle that reminds you of him (no altar needed)

Putting on grape-scented or fruit-scented perfumes/colognes

Wearing jewelry that reminds you of him

Seeking community; LGBTQ+ support groups, gamer groups, fandom groups, etc.

Having a bull, leopard, goat, or cat stuffed animal

Decorating parts of your room with real or fake ivy vines

Growing a plant, especially ivy or vined plants

Wearing showy or lavish outfits; wearing outfits that make you feel good about yourself

Taking care of your mental health; finding new and healthy ways to cope with issues

Keeping a mental health journal

Keeping a picture of him in your wallet

Having leopard, bull, or big cat imagery around

Taking a hike/walk in a local forest or nature preserve

Taking a walk at night, especially on a new or full moon (only if safe in your area, please)

Dancing, especially to songs that make you feel wild, free, and expressive

Listening to energizing or expressive music

Watching/reading musicals or plays

Performing in a musical or play (including backstage and tech)

Taking your medications; setting reminders for them

Taking care of yourself physically and emotionally

Learning to accept both the "dark" and "light" parts of yourself

Being kind to those outcast by society, especially the homeless and addicts

Volunteering at a homeless shelter

Engaging in activities that bring you joy, especially those that are looked down upon

Finding ways to be rebellious, especially towards authority (don't do this if it risks your own safety)

Expressing yourself in little ways if unable to be open about it (wearing a bracelet that represents your gender identity, shoelaces that are pride flag colored, etc.)

Embracing all the unique things that make you who you are

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May add more later! This is my list of discreet ways to worship Dionysus. I hope it helps, and take care! 💜

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E-offering to Lord Dionysus 🍷🍇

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Statue of Dionysus

(British Museum)

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I’m a Dionysus devotee…

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I go feral when doing stuff I enjoy.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I take nature walks every other day.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I have been in several plays.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I am sex positive.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I eat grapes once a week.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I have a garden.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I call people out on their shit.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I smoke weed and drink wine now and then.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I’m the party animal friend.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I’ve directed a play.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I text you randomly and say the most outrageous things.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I go to therapy.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I’m in a chorus.

I’m a Dionysus devotee, of course I have a favorite play(its cabaret).

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Simple devotional activities for Dionysus

Change things up and acknowledge your freedom

Enjoy everything - look at things and be like ‘damn my life’s awesome’

Do artsy things - specifically acting, singing, and dancing

Have parties - hang out with friends, family, or yourself and get lost in the festivities and joy of good times

Donate - support any causes you feel is important

Make your meal in honor of him

Research - Learn about him or anything related to him

Go outside and enjoy nature

Go wild - find a safe way to become intranced by something(sex, nature, music, etc.)

Speak your truth - say what you mean and don’t feel sorry about it

Everyone’s practice is different, so if some of these don’t work for you that’s valid. Find out what you’re comfortable with and grow from that.

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and i sing of dionysus — o! ivy-crowned god with a smile as dark as the secrets he  keeps. i sing and i dance, a flurry of humanity let loose until i am joy unbound! the bindings  cannot hold me just as they could not hold you!  sweet-smelling god, i ask you to bless me as  you bless the vines of the wood. may i grow  unfettered, reaching up, up, up! may my voice be loud! may my body shift and change! and may this change be a blessing unto you! oh, dark-curled god, flushed with wine and eternal youth — may  i bloom, bloom, and bloom! give me the will to  never back away from the awe-struck joy that it is to be alive — may i never shrink but only grow as you grew from impossibility. may i find favor in your heart & may your hands turn my meekness into wild opportunity.