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PERSEPHONE; A GUIDE TO WORSHIP.

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Persephone;

Greek Name: Пероєрп (also called Kópn // Kore)

Transliteration: Persephonê

Roman Name: Proserpina

Translation: Destroy-Slay

Parents: Demeter and Zeus

Consort: Hades (god of the dead)

Goddess of: Spring growth, life and death

Symbols: Torch

Sacred Animal: Deer, bat

Sacred Plant: Pomegranate, seeds of grain, wildflowers

Epithets and titles;

Κόρη, Κουρή (Korê, Kourê) - Maiden, Girl

Χθονία (Khthonia) - Of the Earth

Καρποφόρος (Karpophoros) - Bringer of Fruit

Σώτειρα (Sôteira) - Saviour

Μεγάλα Θεά (Megala Thea) - Great Goddess

Ἁγνή (Hagnê) - Holy One

Δαείρα (Daeira) - Knowing One

Πραξιδίκη (Praxidikê) - Exacter of Justice

Offerings and associations;

Stones & gems: amethyst, onyx, obsidian, topaz, citrine, pink tourmaline

Incense: Frankincense, Vanilla, anthing floral

Colours: black, green, blue, Purple, magenta, yellow

Food & drinks: red wine, olive oil, water, fruit, honey, milk, grains, bread, pomegnates, herbal or floraliten, dark chocolate, mint

Tarot: The High Priestess, The Hermit

Other: images of the things she's associated with, flowers (real or fake), sheaves of wheat, frieshly harvested fruit, fake/decorational fruit, crowns, bones (real or fake), jewellery

Historical worship;

Patron of regions;

Attika, Thesprotia, Enna in Sicily

Holiest shrine;

Eleusis in Attika, Greece (home of the celebrated Mysteria)

The neermantic oracle in Thesprotia

Other shrines;

Temples throughout Greece,

Asia Minor & Sicily

Typically invoked for matters concerning harvest, the dead and curses and honoured as the Queen:
of the Underworld

Known festivals:

Thesmophoria -a festival honouring Demeterand
Persephone, held annually, mostly around the time that seeds were sown in late autumn (women-only)

Koris Katagogi - a festival celebrating Persephone's descent to the Underworld

Colour associations;

Black — Represents her role as queen of the underworld, death, mystery, and the transformative power of the underworld.

Green — Represents life, renewal, and vegetation. Tied to her role as goddess of the spring.

Blue — Represents her connection to water (streams and rivers), and the calm serenity she can embody.

Purple — Represents her royal status as queen of the underworld.

Magenta — Represents transformation, symbolising her frequent journey between the living and the dead.

Yellow — Represents light, energy, and harvest, linking to the nourishing power of the sun.

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Poseidon, the Earth-shaker. 🌊🔱

Poseidon, one of the twelve Olympian deities in Greek mythology, is revered as the King of the sea, earthquakes, storms, and horses. Often depicted wielding a trident, Poseidon stands as a powerful and influential figure, known for his volatile temperament and significant impact on the natural world. His iconic trident is frequently used to shake the earth and create springs. Poseidon is credited with creating the first horse and is closely associated with horse racing and chariots. He is known as Εννοσιγαιος, the "Earth-shaker", for his ability to cause earthquakes.

Poseidon was worshipped across various regions of Greece, holding significant cultural and religious importance in areas like Arcadia, Ionia, Boeotia, and the Dorian Peloponnesus. He was linked to agrarian concerns, natural disasters, and maritime activities.

In Homer's Odyssey, Poseidon serves as a major antagonist to the hero Odysseus, punishing him for blinding his son, the Cyclops Polyphemus, and causing his lengthy and difficult journey home.

Poseidon is a son of Kronos (Cronus) and Rheia (Rhea), making him an elder sibling to Zeus, Haides, Hera, Demeter, and Hestia. His consort is Amphitrite, a sea nymph, and together they have a son named Triton, who is also associated with the sea. Poseidon fathered many children, both divine and mortal, including notable figures such as Theseus, Polyphemus, and Pegasos.

He was worshipped in coastal cities and islands, several major temples were dedicated to him, such as the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion in Greece.

Sailors and fishermen often prayed to him for safe voyages and abundant catches.

Χαῖρε Ποσειδῶν!

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The gods are everywhere;

Every time someone falls asleep on your shoulder, that is Hypnos with you

Every time you have that random boost of self-love, that is Aphrodite with you

Every time you are courageous, that is Ares with you

Every time you find joy in music or poetry, that is Apollo with you

Every time you let yourself relax and drink, that is Dionysus with you

Every time you stand up for what is right, that is Zeus with you

Every time you travel, that is Hermes with you

Every time you remember a dream, that is Morpheus with you

The gods are everywhere, even if we cannot see them

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One thing I can't help but wonder.

Artemis is not the only virgin goddess in the Hellenic pantheon. And yet it appears, among modern pagans, virginity is the first (often times only) thing to come to mind whenever Artemis is mentioned. So much is focused around her being a virgin, it's gotten to a point where who she actually is, how she was worshipped in ancient Greece, and her presence in the lives of the ancient Greeks are completely lost among misinformations and misconceptions stemming from only one aspect of her.

For Athena and Hestia, it's always their various roles and domains that people will immediately think about. But for Artemis, it's always her body and marital status, for some reason. It's utterly ridiculous.

Because to the ancient Greeks, Artemis was a perpetually unwed maiden goddess, yes, but she was not the goddess of virginity. According to Stephanie Budin and colleagues, Artemis was the goddess of the hunt and wilderness, and she was responsible for helping women in childbirth, turning children into adults, bringing light, freeing slaves, marking boundaries between territories and periods, bringing and curing plague. Her epithets emphasized her "wild" qualities, expressed her proclivity for the hunt, as well as described her as a "kourotrophos" (child nurturer and protector of the young) and a lunar deity.

It's like, why is it never a problem for everybody to accept that Athena and Hestia had worshippers of all ages, sexes, gender roles, and social statuses throughout ancient times, but it's so hard to wrap minds around this about Artemis.

Artemis, Athena, Hestia, all three goddesses preserve their virginity for important reasons pertaining to their roles in Greek ideology. Artemis's virginity established her position in the divine hierarchy. As the goddess of the wilds and wild animals, she herself could not be tamed (damazo) by sex, as other females in the Greek literature, and especially brides, were said to be (paraphrasing Stephanie Budin, Artemis, 2016).

In a nutshell, these goddesses are virgins and never married because of, as a result of, and due to their personas, functions, their parts in the pantheon and the areas they preside over. They chose the path of virginity because of who they are and what their "jobs" are. It doesn't mean they are rulers of maidenhood and virgins.

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She is everywhere

❊ Hera Aeromorphus. Queen having the form of air, I find you in the cool breeze that blesses the start of my day

❊ Hera Exacestrerius. Queen who averts evil, I find you in mothers who protect their children with everything. Teeth bared and ready to fight.

❊ Hera Kallstephanus. Beautifully crowned queen. I find you in young children playing princess games. They run with tiaras, and I pray you will bless their childhood.

❊ Hera Cydra. Illustrious queen, I find you in the golden sunrays that bring joy to the darkest days. Giving me the strength to keep going

❊ Hera Makaira. Blessed queen, I find you in joyful moments with my friends. Moments of girlhood that are held close to my heart.

❊ Hera Antheia. Friend of flowers, I find you in floral perfumes and floral cakes. In the first bloom of spring that awakens the Earth from Her deep slumber.

❊ Hera Hypercheiria. Queen who protects those under her hand, I find you in my younger siblings. I will do my best to keep them safe, and I pray you will watch over as I do.

❊ Hera Gamelia. Queen of marriage, I find you in wedding halls and the rusted wedding ring my grandma wears. A promise, A vow, until Death do them part.

Queen of many names, Queen of All. Bride and widow, Marriage and Love, Heavens and the Earth. Guide us with your watchful gaze, catch me when I stray. Hail queen of Olympus, praised be your name.

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HEBE; A GUIDE TO WORSHIP.

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Hebe;

Greek Name: Ήβη

Transliteration: Hêbê

Roman Name: Juventas

Translation: Youth

Parents: Zeus and Hera

Consort: Heracles (Hero and demigod.)

Goddess of: Youth

Symbols: Cup or pitcher

Sacred Animal: Hen

Sacred Plants: Ivy

Epithets and titles;

Βασίλεια (Basileia) - Princess

Δία (Dia) - Daughter of Zeus

Γανυμέδη (Ganymêda) - Gladdening Princess

Πάριος (Parios) - Of Paros

Μάκαιρα (Mákaira) - Blessed

Χρυσόστεφανος (Chrysostephanos) - Golden-crowned

Καλλίσφυρος (Kallísphyros) - Beautiful-ankled

Πότνια (Potnia) - Lady

Offerings and associations;

Stones & gems: agate, angelite, hematite, quartz, rose quartz

Incense: Frankincense

Colours: gold, white, pink

Food & drinks: red wine, olive oil, water, fruit, honey, milk

Tarot: Temperance

Other: images of the things she's associated with, feathers, cups, childhood toys, flowers, cypress, ivy leaves

Historical worship;

Patron of regions;

Attika, Sikyonia, Arkadia, Argos

Holiest shrine;

Possibly Sikyonia or Phlios

Other shrines;

a few shrines throughout Greece

Typically invoked for matters concerning youth, marriage and forgiveness

Often worshipped along with Hera, Aphrodite and Heracles

Known festivals:

Kissotomoi (the days of ivy-cutting) - an annual festival honouring Hebe celebrated in Phlios.

Colour associations;

White — Represents purity. Also represents radiance and youth.

Gold — Represents the connection she has to the gods and her divine status as the cup-bearer. Also represents her youthful beauty and her role in sustaining immortality.

Pink — Represents youth, tenderness, and vitality. Also represents femininity, grace, and love.

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It’s okay not to be serious all the time with the gods. It’s okay to joke around and be silly with the gods on occasion. It’s okay to be casual with the gods on occasion. But there is a difference between fun and disrespect and misinformation. Respect yourself, respect the gods.

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vent-ish post?? you don't have to read it lol

i hate being in the broom closet. i hate having parents who won't accept my practice. i hate not being able to have fancy altars. i hate not being able to pour libations every day. i hate not being able to pray out loud. and yes, i know that due to my circumstances, what i'm doing is enough and the gods appreciate the effort nonetheless. but i wish it didn't have to be this way. i wish i could do more :(

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◦˚~ ANIMATED MOON & STARS DIVIDERS ~˚◦

Requested by: @inkyprince Info: these were all drawn/made & animated by me. please reblog/like if use!

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Reminder that the Percy Jackson series is not an accurate source of Greek mythology.

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Books are expensive, Hermes thinks learning about your religion should be free.

They're just the basics and only a few, but feel free to ask me to add anything and I'll try my best!

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my page will never be a safe space to hate on any of the gods. btw!

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Apollon is there.

When the sixty-something man picks up an instrument, because he never got to learn in his youth and discovered a new passion. He thinks he is too old to learn, but something tells him it is never too late.

Apollon is there.

When the lonely kid at the back of the class doodles on their desk to calm themselves. Their creative world is all they have, and that is okay.

Apollon is there.

When the parents are yelling and fighting, and all their child can do is adjust their headphones and turn the volume higher, hoping to drown it out. It'll be over soon, just focus on the music.

Apollon is there.

When a student pours over the chapter they've been studying for the past week or so, trying to dissect every piece of it. When it finally clicks, and it feels like the world lights up as everything they've read makes sense.

Apollon is there.

In the laughter of the children on a warm summer's day. Their fingers are sticky with the ice cold juice they drank earlier, their shoes are long forgotten for the grass is cool enough. Their lives are ahead of them, but they don't need to worry.

Apollon is there.

In the rage of a father, a mentor, an older brother—on behalf of someone younger that was not able to defend themselves when needed. Something can be done. Something will be done.

Apollon is there.

In the ink of the poet, scribbling down every word furiously. Their mind is full, they must get it all on paper. Their words will not stop. When they close their eyes, all they see is light.

Apollon is there.

In the steady beeping of the monitor, as a patient—old, young, somewhere in between—fights for their life. He is there as they make it, and He is there as they don't.

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Finding Her in the world around me

♡ I find Aphrodite Ourania in the heart shaped clouds, heavenly and all encompassing

♡ I find Aphrodite Pandemos in the rants of my cousin; she talks about how much she loves her girlfriend. Love is for everyone

♡ I find Aphrodite Praxis in the hands of a lover, withing gentle touches full of care

♡ I find Aphrodite Melainis under the covers of Nyx, She fills me with the energy to create gifts for my friends

♡ I find Aphrodite Nymphia in weddings, She walks along the procession congratulating a couple on their new beginning

♡ I find Aphrodite Ambolgera in the wrinkled hands of my grandmother, experienced as she oils my hair and retells stories of her youth

♡ I find Aphrodite Areia in protests, She stands with those fighting for the right to love.

♡ I find Aphrodite Nikephoros in the victory after war, She celebrates with those who are finally free to love

♡ I find Aphrodite Xenia in videos titled 'faith in humanity restored'. She watches with endearment as families meet again

♡ I find Aphrodite Philomeides in the laughter shared with my friends. Our stomachs hurt as She laughs with us

♡ I find Aphrodite Chrysea in the pictures taken during golden hour, She makes my skin shine making me proud of my heritage

mother of desire, richly crowned goddess. I find you everywhere. In the morning dew and moonlight walks, in the tears of a farewell and the tight hugs when we meet again. Everywhere I look, I find you ♡

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Personally I think that Telemachus permanently and irreversibly changed Athena for the better, more on that at twelve

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Apollo mini digital grimoire (last one)