#Ares worship

[aidoneusnotfound]

i keep seeing works of art describing unicorns as "war horses" and it makes sense to me now why i kept accidentally saving pictures of unicorns into my pinterest board for ares instead of my unicorn board

[spirits-child]

You can find Aphrodite when you gush over romcoms. You can find Zeus when the rain pours and soaks your hair. You can find Hera when you're loyal to your friends and partners. You can find Ares when you argue with your parents over the causes you believe in. You can find Apollo when the sun caresses your cheek.

The gods are everywhere—you just need to know where to look.

[amor-areia]

I just love them so much!

[psychedelic5]

Weekly Ares post. Happy Tuesday.

Things that may not count as offerings/devotional acts but I still think of Him when I do it:

Fixing my posture

Stopping myself from lashing out

Lashing out

Studying

Calling out hypocrites

Reading angsty romantic stories, especially those with some violence

Work/ labor, especially ones that gets my hands dirty

Challenging myself to do things within a time limit

Having a good cry

Forcing myself out of bed

Self-care, even if I really don't feel like doing it

Playing violent video games

Staying sober

Reading posts about him

Wearing masculine clothing while strutting around like a feminine model

Tidying my room

Wearing red

Carrying around self-defense weapons

Being stubborn

Unmasking

When something physically hits me

Being honest

Shadow work

Failing but trying again

Hail Lord Ares

[beautyofaphrodite]

Aphrodite and Ares

(Images found on Pinterest, all I did was arrange them)

[theareiandaughter]

Father Ares is the feeling of holding on even when it feels so hard.

He’s the sound of your heart beating, and lets you know you’re still alive.

He’s the courage to keep going, no matter what happens.

He’s the feeling of doing what you needed to.

He’s the feeling of not being afraid anymore.

He is Strength and Courage.

Praise to Father Ares. Ily dad ^^^^

[whats-the-word-again]

I saw this and thought immediately of Lord Ares- I laughed for way lounger and louder than I should have 💀

[wisdom-devotee]

Ares is the feeling of pretending to be asleep in the car as a kid to get carried inside

Ares is the relief after yelling, screaming, or crying

Ares is the way that siblings will argue and fight, and be back on good terms within a few hours

Ares is a sore throat after singing so loudly to a song that perfectly encompasses all the emotions you’re feeling

Ares is a smug smile after doing something You’re proud of yourself for

Ares is standing up for yourself, even when you’re anxious to do so

Ares is for everyone who has a bad relationship with their father, and for the people who look for a better father figure elsewhere

Ares is breaking the cycle

Ares is trying every day, even though it’s so fucking hard sometimes

Ares is swearing for emphasis

Ares is angry crying

Ares is doing whatever you can to protect yourself, and letting go when it starts to harm you

I love Him so much.

[boofindoopin]

I rant at 5 in the morning tehe

I’ve been seeing a rise of people getting upset at the fact that people are acting like the gods are our imaginary friends, and not deities that deserve worship and respect. Which, I totally agree with. I absolutely hate it when people act like our religion is a silly little fandom that they can make up their own factoids.

But, at the same time, I think many people in the community who have more serious worship styles, are forgetting that not everyone does.

When the posts are saying “the gods aren’t your friends” or something along the lines of that, really just completely disregards people who have more casual, more friend like relationships with their deities! I treat Thanatos more as a friend than anything.

I am still respectful, I don’t call him any of the things I would call my best friend, (because me and my irl friends call eachother gay bastards) but, I do silly shit with him, as I would with a friend. I’ve also asked him if he wanted me to start being less casual, and he immediately said no. He likes the bond we have.

I take on a more serious approach with Lord Ares and Lady Aphrodite. I feel it suits them better. I don’t think I could say some of the things I say to Thanatos to Ares or Aphrodite (once I stuck my tounge out at him because he wouldn’t let me sing him happy birthday. I apologize don’t worry, he laughed at me and said it was funny. I feel bad about it still 😭) but to me it’s the difference between the way you talk to your friend and the way you talk to a mentor/guardian.

I think @khaire-traveler made a similar point to me. Anyways, my point is. Yes, I agree it is annoying how people outside of the community (and inside sometimes) disrespect the gods and treat the religion as fandom. But, I do think we need to remember that not all of us worship the same :)

[atheneum-of-you]

I made banners for my devotional notebook! ♡

[khaire-traveler]

⚔️ Subtle Ares Worship 💥

Learning about self-defense (includes carrying a self-protection weapon)

Listening to or writing slam poetry

Wearing jewelry that reminds you of him

Making a list of your personal strengths and things you're proud of

Writing letters (that you will never send) to people who've hurt you and burning them

Exercising, if possible; get some movement throughout the day

Dancing, especially to music that brings out your passion, anger, or rebellious side

Supporting local activists or online activism for causes you believe in; support human rights or humanitarian organizations

Expressing yourself the way you want to physically (this can include little things, such as wearing a certain bracelet or putting on a scent)

Allowing yourself to express your anger and upset; sit with and feel your feelings

Keeping a picture of him in your wallet

Playing combat-based video games

Watching combat-based shows

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

Wear jewelry that reminds you of him

Having rose, horse, spear, soldier, or boar imagery around )

Have a stuffed animal horse, boar, vulture, or dog

Place motivational/affirmational notes somewhere you'll see them

Wearing bold colors, such as red or maroon (these colors are UPG; what do you associate with Ares? Wear those!)

Learning how to box or wrestle (a punching bag tends to be helpful)

Engaging with your personal passions

If you have dogs, playing with them

Volunteer at a homeless or animal shelter

Support local veterans; donate to veteran-supporting organizations

Be considerate towards veterans nearby (don't light fireworks in neighborhoods, don't fire weapons in neighborhoods, don't bring up their time fighting without them prompting it, etc.)

Stand up for yourself and others

Assert your boundaries; learn what your boundaries are

Be forgiving to an extent; do not let others continue to wrong you over and over again; learn to let them go and cut them off if possible

Learn about healthy conflict resolution skills; implement them into your life

Own a spear or a sword, and learn how to use it correctly because why the fuck not

Take a walk/hike outside, preferably during the day

Play a sport

Share your passions with others c:

Carry a protective charm with you

Prioritize your own well-being; take care of yourself first, then others when you're able

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May add more later! This is just a basic list of some discreet ways to worship Ares. Hope y'all enjoy, and take care! ❤️

Link to Subtle Worship Master list

[thewitchinthecloset35]

Honouring & Offering: Ares edition

War & Battle ⚔️ Donate to veteran and victims of war charities ⚔️ Join a debate club ⚔️ Speak up about your opinions ⚔️ Swords, shields, helmets, spears, armour ⚔️ Learn about past battles and wars

Courage & Bravery ✊ Do something out of your comfort zone ✊ Stand up for your beliefs ✊ Amplify the voices of those whom you care about ✊ Bold makeup/clothes ✊ Face your fears

Fighting & Endurance 🛡️ Fencing 🛡️ Boxing gloves 🛡️ Intense workouts 🛡️ Hikes 🛡️ Marathons

Pride ❗ Celebrate who you are ❗ Share achievements ❗ Speak about yourself with confidence and care ❗ Take care of your appearance and hygiene ❗ Clean your room

Destruction 🔥 Shadow work 🔥 Removing what doesn’t serve you 🔥 Candles and fire 🔥 Ending bad habits 🔥 Play FPS games

Strength 💪 Create a workout routine 💪 Build furniture or figures 💪 Weightlifting 💪 Boxing matches 💪 Dumbbells

Crystals 🪨 Onyx 🪨 Bloodstone 🪨 Ruby 🪨 Garnet 🪨 Obsidian

Plants 🌱 Peppercorn 🌱 Ginger 🌱 Chillis 🌱 Thorns 🌱 Violets

Misc. ❤️ Iron and steel ❤️ Medals ❤️ Celebrate Tuesdays ❤️ Donate to a dog charity or adopt one ❤️ Respect Aphrodite, his children, and battle companions ❤️ Masculine perfumes

[boofindoopy]

digital offering to lovely Lord Ares who inspires bravery, courage, and provides us the strength to movie forward.

[boymanmaletheshequel]

Subtle ways to honor Ares 🗡️🩸

- fight against tyranny and oppression in your daily life

- learn to balance anger and joy

- learn to balance hatred and love

- defend those who are under scourge, wether that be online or in person

- learn about the history of war combat

- learn about the Trojan war

- embrace your anger and figure out how to healthily express it

- vote against unnecessary war and battle in your local elections

- visit a battlefield

- visit a war memorial

- embrace your lust

- be respectful and kind to veterans and active duty military members alike

- defend your side of an argument, especially if you know it’s what’s right.

- watch a war film

- learn how to not fall victim to wartime or nationalist propaganda

- take care of your physical body by exercising or lifting weights

- go to the gym or for a run

- embrace your masculine or butch side

- donate to a Palestinian aid or Ukrainian aid fundraiser (or to whatever victimized side of a war or genocide is going on at the time when you are reading this)

- learn how to safely and effectively use a firearm or blade, especially if you are in a country or place that may require you to defend yourself if necessary.

- don’t give up the battles that you personally are facing. Never stop fighting, no matter how hopeless it may seem.

[psychedelic5]

Weekly Ares post. Happy Tuesday.

Low-energy devotional acts for Lord Ares

Eat some red meat

Wear His colours (red, gold, black, purple, etc.)

Listen to angry music

Watch violent/ war-related gameplay videos

Look out the window and enjoy the peace

Read/Listen to podcasts about Him/ Aphrodite or his animals/ symbols/ children

Watch a debate video

Wear devotional jewelery

Think about cool things you want to do in the future

Make a pinterest board for Him/ an interest of yours

Come up with fight scenes in your head

(These are based on my own experiences of what takes up the least energy for me. These may not be low-energy for everyone, and that's okay! Just do what you can/ want, Lord Ares appreciates any and all respectful offerings.)

Hail Lord Ares

[vanillashay]

💞Aphrodite & Ares⚔️

I recently got a Greek mythology book as there are some aspects I am still unaware of.. and one of those were Ares and his myths. After reading the myths, I love him. Like I already thought he was cool, but now it's on a whole different level...

The painting in the center (Alexandre Charles Guillemot, Mars and Venus Surprised by Vulcan, 1827.) has become one of my favorite paintings. It's so beautiful.