#Hephaestus deity

[tracykestler]

“Oh I have an Ares locater. After the first time, I didn’t want to loose him again. He was a little pissed when he found out. But it has alarms for when he’s in danger so I know when to go get him. Hephaestus made it.”

-- Hermes

[the-purvashadha]

When you step into sunlight, you honor Apollo. When you admire the moon, you honor Artemis. When you admire cloud shapes, you honor Hera. When you smell petrichor, you honor Zeus. When you laugh at a joke, you honor Hermes. When your body twitches to dance at a particularly upbeat music, you honor Dinoysus. When you enjoy the first bite of your breakfast, you honor Demeter. When you choose your peace over any conflict, you honor Athena. When you warm yourself up by sheltering yourself in blanket, you honor Hestia. When you listen to Ocean sounds, you honor Poseidon. When you smell flowers, you honor Persephone. When you admire the coolness of first day of Autumn, you honor Hades. When you wear your favourite jewellery, you honor Hephaestus. When you smile, you honor Aphrodite. When you exercise, you honor Ares. When you light a torch in a dark room, you honor Hekate.

Your body is a shrine to Gods, your being an act of devotion for them. You, by yourself, are enough for them.

[undeadmagick]

shoutout to my disabled gods out there (hephaestus, týr, höðr, etc). y'all are so cool. isn't it so cool that there are gods like this????

[mars-and-the-theoi]

I made these to help me get back into things!!!

(They were made on shuffles)

[poorbrokemess]

PSA

Offerings don't have to be huge.

I also want to say, for any who have seen mine and others posts where we *speak* to our gods or deities. You don't, so you think you're doing it wrong?

For me, and most, this is not an actual conversation. But more of an internal understanding. Internal conversations. Liberties taken. We are often wrong. That's okay.

The gods know we are human. And expect human mistakes.

You need not make huge elaborate alters.

Just time. Time love care. Same as you or I.

[khaire-traveler]

🌋 Subtle Hephaestus Worship ⚒️

Creating carvings/sculpturs; wood, soap, soapstone/gemstone, clay, etc.

If you're struggling with a disability, being kind and gentle with yourself; you are doing the best that you can

If struggling with medical conditions, research your treatment options; be well-educated on the subject to know your rights

Keep a picture of him in your wallet

Wear jewelry that reminds you of him

Collecting volcanic rocks

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

Have a donkey or crane stuffed animal

Have imagery of cranes, anvils/metalworking, or fire (cranes would likely be good for a Christian household)

Treating your body kindly; taking care of yourself physically

Support homeless shelters or organizations that assist the disabled

Light a bonfire in his honor; gather with loved ones around it or sit alone in peace

Make your house a home; honor your space, and make it your own

Try new hobbies/activities that allow you to work with your hands, especially creative and inventive endeavors

Learn about technology; try your hand at computers and the like

Support small businesses and artists, especially those that sell handmade items

Learn how to build/craft things, such as bird houses or diorama-like art pieces

Practice self-acceptance; give love to yourself, especially when you're having a difficult time

Take time to meditate alone or simply decompress by yourself for a bit

Drink hot chocolate, tea, or any warm and comforting drink

Making a list of positive things you encounter throughout the day; try doing this each day

Embracing all of your feelings, but allowing them to be felt and released

Practicing patience; a lot of handiwork and craft work will help with this

Spending time with loved ones, especially found family

Playing video games you enjoy

If you have any walking aids or similar, customizing them and making them your own

Having pictures of ancient Greek architecture around, especially the Temple to Hephaestus

Learning a new skill; improving learned skills

Selling your personal art/crafts; taking commissions for your work

Practice independence if it's something you struggle with (I'm not suggesting you isolate)

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May add to this later on! For now, this is my list of discreet ways to worship Hephaestus. Take care, y'all; hope this helps someone! ❤️

Link to Subtle Worship Master list

[sarnai4]

What if Hephaestus and Ares were representation for physical disabilities AND mental illnesses, respectively? We know that about Hephaestus, but I think it could be interesting if Ares had a different mental state. I do this in most of my writing for him. I could see him having disruptive mood disregulation disorder for example. I could absolutely see that making him struggle to control his temper. Or he could develop PTSD after having to be around so much war violence and death. With this type of story, I would want the brothers to have a different kind of relationship than they usually do. Instead of it being so harsh, I'd want Ares to fight anybody who tried to act like there was something wrong with his brother. In turn, Hephaestus would be understanding of his brother's mind unlike others. Basically, they'd be support for each other in ways no one else is.

[sydnieminty]

Bonus Dionysus drawings + doodle of Dionysus getting drunk and trauma dumping to Hephaestus lmao

"Sorry my mom manipulated your mom into convincing Zeus to show her his true form resulting in her death and by extension almost caused you to be still born" 🤝 "Sorry my dad is a dick who mutilated you as a child and continues to treat you like shit"

I feel like their relationship is ALMOST romantic but like maybe falling just short of that. Like Dionysus flirts a lot (which to be real he flirts with everyone a bit lol) and Hephaestus likes it but neither really take the initiative beyond that. They have a complicated relationship lol

Also kitty :) Dionysus' pet leopard. I need to give her a name

[differentsoulsweets]

Hephaestus: Introductory Post

Ἡφαιστος (Vulcan) Greek God of Fire and Metal-working

Epithets: ✧ Amphigyḗeis [Lame-one] ✧ Kyllopodíōn [Club-footed] ✧ Pyrotes [Smith] ✧ Aitnaos [Of mount Aetna] Domains ✧ Smith ✧ Fire ✧ Stonemason ✧ The arts ✧ Ceremony

Duties ✧ Smith gods and heros their own gear ✧ He also made their furnishings and dwellings

Devotional acts: ✧ if you can, carve stuff! Crystals, wood, stone, etc. ✧ Collect rocks ✧ Light a bonfire ✧ Support small businesses and artists, especially those that sell handmade items ✧ Get into mini making!

Associations

Symbol: ✧Hammer & Tongs

Element: ✧Fire

Color: ✧ Orange, Red, Grey, Gold, Silver, Yellow, Metal: ✧ (UPG) All of em but especially forging metals like steel and titanium Crystals and Stones: ✧ Amber, citrine, ruby, garnet, carnelian Fruits,Vegetables,Flower, Herb: ✧ No known association Animal: ✧ Donkey ✧ Crane ✧ (UPG) You know those lava snails? Yeah.

Incense: ✧Frankincense ✧ Dragon's blood ✧ Manna

Food & Drinks: ✧ Red Wine ✧ Olive Oil ✧ Water ✧ Fruit ✧ Honey ✧ Bread ✧ Meat ✧ Spicy things and Hot Beverages

Day, Season, Time of Day: ✧ N/A Tarot: ✧ Judgement ✧ King of Swords

[diana-thyme]

Greek Gods 101: Hephaestus

Hephaestus is a god of fire, smiths, craftsmen, metalworking, stonemasonry, and sculpture. Excluding the universal offerings, some common offerings include:

Strong Alcohol

Mobility Aids (if you have any)

Metal

Wood

Tools

Red Meat

Crafts

Dollhouse (small) Anvils or Hammers

A Toolbox

Yard Tools (Rakes, Small Shovels, Etc.)

Stones

For devotional acts, some activities that can be done for him include:

Building IKEA Furniture

Metalworking

Woodworking

Forging

Lighting a Bonfire

Cooking Red Meat

Crafting Things

Working With Your Hands

Doing Yard Work

Learning a New Skill

He is celebrated in 1 Athenian holidays:

Khalkeia

[good-thymes]

MORE GREEK GODS AS PLAYMOBIL BECAUSE THEY ARE ADORABLE AND IT MAKES ME HAPPY THAT OTHERS LOVE THEM TOO

Hephaestus!! I love this one so much you have no idea. The muted colors give the perfect sooted vibes and the DETAILS IN THE SMITHING TOOLS?? AMAZING??? I’m a little sad they didn’t make his leg(s) different in some way or gave him a cane or something, but ah well…

Hestia. They made Hestia. Isn’t that WONDERFUL?? She looks so beautiful here and I LOVE how she is veiling. The colors look beautiful on her and I adore the big fire she has with her AND extra fire in her hand.

DEMETER! I ACTUALLY LOVE HER SO MUCH. Her clothes are BEAUTIFUL, I love the colors. All the extra’s give such a good vibe and the LITTLE LAMB AA. And the sickle is such a wonderful touch!!

Those were all the Greek gods, but we have a bonus Odysseus and Circe!! I LOVE this set, actually. They both look adorable and the little boat is such a perfect add-on. Can’t have Odysseus without his boat!

[piristephes]

Quantas luas, ó nobre Hefesto, levaste na feitura imortal? Quantos dias desprendidos com suor em sua testa? Quantos projetos levaram anos, para serem completos por sua mão? Em qual ritmo trabalha o fogo, teu elemento então? Teu trabalho duradouro, fez-se fácil, meu senhor? Ou é teu esmero forte, quente fonte de amor? Falo assim, perguntando logo, entre cada batida e clangor. Pois sei que te esforças, dia-a-dia, sem temor.

english:

How many moons, O noble Hephaestus, did you spend in immortal creation? How many days spent sweating on your brow? How many projects took years to be completed by thy hand? At what pace does fire, your element, work? Did your lasting deed come easy, my lord? Or is your strong care a warm source of love? I speak thus, asking immediately, between each beat and clang. For I know that you strive, day by day, fearless bent.

[tracykestler]

“You forget what kind of god I am. Yes, this f*cking hurts, but I’ll be damned if I let pain stop me.” 

-- Ares

[mars-and-the-theoi]

Low energy Devotional Acts for when you don’t have a lot of energy (or time, or money, etc.) pt. 6

🦚Hera🦚

- go through family (blood or not blood doesn’t matter!) photos, or photo albums and reminisce

- listen to a devotional playlist for Her

- wear peacock colored clothes (can be as simple as s blue hair tie on your wrist or green socks)

- be kind to children

- if engaged or married (or hell even just in a relationship) spend some time with your partner even if it’s just sending funny memes to each other

- watch documentaries about any of her sacred animals (cows, cuckoos, lions, peacocks)

- learn about lion conservation efforts

- if you have kids or any younger siblings watch a movie or show with them

- learn about the importance of battered women’s shelters

- (maybe this is just the Wisconsinite in me but) enjoy some dairy products if your able

- watch documentaries about monarchies or various queens

⚒️Hephaestus⚒️

- listen to a devotional playlist for Him

- learn about volcanoes

- watch documentaries about labor movements and worker’s rights movements (my personal favorite is battle of Blair mountain)

- if able take a break and rest

- learn about disability rights movements

- learn about blacksmithing, carpentry, sculpting, etc.

- if you use a mobility aid: use it

- be kind to service workers

- if able support small businesses

- watch glass blowing videos (I used to live in Virginia and we took a field trip to Jamestown and watching the glass blowers was so cool I’ve been obsessed with it ever since)

- watch one of those fireplace videos if you can’t light a fire for whatever reason (and if you do have an actual fire going practicing fire safety is also a great way to honor Hephaestus)

- learn your rights as a worker these vary from place to place so look them up and brush up on them to ensure you’re not being screwed over in any capacity

[poorbrokemess]

Because I have extra time tonight here's some brains

🧠 you don't need to ask a deity to make an alter or space for them in your heart or home. They will appreciate it. So long as you do so respectfully.

🧠 do what feels right. Not what is easiest.

🧠 appreciate not appropriate

🧠 your body is a temple all in itself. If you are closeted and can't openly do so with things, know you, yourself, is enough.

🧠 you yourself is enough

🧠 The deities and gods won't get mad if you mess up. Make sure to clean up your messes and learn your lessons while you do so, however.

🧠 Growth. That's it. Grow. Always. In all the ways.

🧠 Never stop learning

🧠 you yourself is enough

I love you ♥️

🧠 offerings can be something as simple as

*I'm feeling this joy of the sunshine for you apollon*

*that was the best joke I have ever heard, hey Hermes, that one's for you*

*OMG I LOVE THIS CHOCOLATE LOKI COME SHARE!*

🧠 being alive right now means you are probably struggling with money. That's okay. If you can't afford things. It's fine. I promise.

🧠 make things. It's okay if you think it sucks, child you would be amazed, so are the gods.

🧠 dumpster diving *where legal*(plus the tricksters love it)

🧠 Go learn something at the library. Actually go there. Support them. They might be gone soon.

🧠 thrifting will get you some amazing finds!

🧠 Estate sales? Those places where an old couple passed and their kids don't wanna mess with it, so they sell it all off? Those have treasures beyond messure.

🧠 go for walks in urban areas if safe. All of my alcohol bottles are bottles that were littered on the street. I don't drink, but the bottles make perfect offering containers once sanitized properly. Lots of my offerings are litter I've cleaned up off the streets.

🧠 you yourself are still enough

I still love you 🥰

Yeah even you

[noxsn]

"Hephaestus was exiled because he was ugly🙄"

First off, that was because he has a lame leg

Second

THIS MAN??

THIS MAN RIGHT HERE??

WHERE DO YOU SEE UGLY??? HES FUCKING GORGEOUS