#tegidion

[thesaturniidae]

ATTENTION VEILING PAGANS ESPECIALLY ENBY AND MASC FOLKS WHO WEAR MORE TRADITIONALLY FEMININE VEILS

i love you so much, youre so cool. if you feel up to it, post yourself veiling! we need more representation!

heres me :)

-milo

[fortheloveofxenia]

There’s something really comforting about veiling. Being able to have that extra layer of separation between myself and the outside world helps me keep my sensory issues at bay. Being able to have everyone see that I’m religious is such a powerful thing. Having a physical reminder of my devotion to my gods provides me with the strength to power through even the hardest days, because I always have them with me.

Whether it’s a simple bandana tied on before I leave the house, a full coverage scarf, or tegidion; I always feel more comforted and confident when i’m covered.

[quill-the-tired-one]

Veiled Queer People Belong In Queer Spaces Too

I've seen this idea that's sort of ingrained in the queer community that someone who dresses modestly and/or veils is either homophobic or doesn't belong in queer spaces. In reality, there are many queer people that wear veils like hijab/niqab, tichel, himation/tegidion, the list goes on. I think that idea comes from veiling being associated with misogyny and misogyny being linked with homophobia. While misogyny is often linked with homophobia, veiling is NOT a misogynistic practice. There's also this idea that men/nonbinary people can't and don't wear veils and many trans men and nonbinary people feel invalidated because queer and cishet people alike don't know that many religions allow and even encourage men to wear veils. In Hellenic polytheism (my religion) men and women alike have historically worn veils like the himation. I get a lot of people asking me why I identify as transmasc while wearing a veil and telling me that there's no point in me being nonbinary while wearing veils.

[perceuszervas]

My tegidion! I love wearing it but I'm always afraid to wear it out in public, this year I hope to wear it out more 🥰

[indnwitch]

Veil/hijab master list : these are not affiliate links I make no money off these links

Lala hijabs - Jersey

Modest behavior - silk under caps and half niqabs/face veils

https://modestbehaviour.com/product/chiffon-face-veils/

Veiled collection - chiffon hijabs

[indnwitch]

Veil/hijab thread? OP makes me miss veiling low key. Also throw back to two years ago

I got a new one and I tried a different style🥺🤗🤗🤗

My kitty almost escaped in the process of picking up the package

[huescoven]

VEILING

Veiling is a practice with both ancient and modern roots. While veiling was not universally practiced by all ancient Greeks, it held symbolic and practical significance in certain contexts, particularly in relation to specific Gods, rituals, and social customs.

As someone who practices veiling more often than not, I wanted to discuss the history behind it as pertaining to the religion, and show you some examples of different veils you can use.

Historical Veiling in Ancient Greece

In ancient Greece, veiling was not just religious but was linked to societal norms regarding gender, respect, and propriety. It was common for women to veil their heads when outside the home, though men could veil as well.

Veiling also had a ritual function in religious ceremonies. Priestesses often veiled during rituals or temple service as a sign of reverence and purity when approaching the Gods. In some festivals, such as those dedicated to Demeter or Hestia, veiling was particularly significant, reflecting the Goddesses’ connection to the home, modesty, and fertility.

In modern times, we can veil during rituals or daily life as a way to express reverence for the Gods, especially when in prayer.

The reasons for veiling vary among practitioners and may include:

1. Honoring Tradition: Veiling can be used as a way of honoring ancient customs, particularly when engaging in things regarding Hestia, Demeter, or Persephone.

2. Ritual Purity: Veiling can be used as a means of maintaining ritual purity, particularly when one wishes to separate the mundane from the sacred.

3. Modesty and Respect: Veiling can also reflect a personal choice to express modesty or respect, particularly in the presence of deities or during rituals dedicated to chthonic Gods.

Different Forms of Veiling in Modern Practice

Full Veil (Himation-style): The veil covers the head and sometimes drapes over the shoulders.

Partial Veiling: This veil covers just the top of the head or wearing a scarf. This can be a less formal or everyday expression of devotion, often used in daily prayers or minor rituals.

Face Veiling: In some instances, particularly in rituals involving the chthonic deities, one may veil their faces in addition to their heads. Sometimes known as Tegidion, This is done to show humility or to protect oneself spiritually when interacting with Gods associated with death or the afterlife, like Hades or Persephone.

God-Specific Veiling

Veiling can be done as a specific act of devotion to certain Gods. For example:

- Hestia (Goddess of the hearth)

- Demeter and Persephone (Goddesses of agriculture and the underworld)

- Hekate (Goddess of witchcraft, crossroads, and the underworld)

As always, I can discuss this more in depth if anyone would like :)

[faithfultothetheoi]

Prayer to Lady Hestia

Daughter of Mighty Kronos and Rhea, firstborn and last-born, keeper of the eternal hearth-fire in lofty Olympos, I pray and honor you

If I have ever poured sweet honey, offered fresh libation, or fragrant Incense pleased receive this prayer.

Oh friendly goddess, I thank you for your endless hospitality. Thank you for always receiving me with open arms. Thank you for being my spiritual home.

Thank you for calling me to veil and to the tegidion. With that gift I always feel warm and protected. It provides me anonymity and validation.

Thank you for the amazing smell of food when made by those I love. You provide which makes a house a home and that it the people around me who tend to my heart’s flame.

Thank you for always providing me with a warm shelter. I never have to wonder where I’ll sleep or when I eat. May these shelters invite you in also.

For your birthright and these reasons I honor you first and last.

I ask that you continue to provide for me and if the fates allow, provide these comforts to those who need it

HAIL LADY HESTIA, FIRST AND LAST!

[harvard-art-museums-sculpture]

Veiled Dancer, 400-300 BCE, HAM: Sculpture

Figurine represents a veiled dancer on a platform, in a long himation with a "tegidion" veil worn over a blue chiton. Dancing, with left foot crossed over right, right hand touching right shoulder, left hand raised to shoulder-height. Folds of drapery ... Size: H. 23.9 x W. 11.8 x D. 6 cm (9 7/16 x 4 5/8 x 2 3/8 in.) Medium: Terracotta, remains of white slip and paint

https://www.harvardartmuseums.org/collections/object/293281

[hellinismos-agnostic-catholic]

I am currently a reconstructionist Hellenic Polytheist and Eclectic Wiccan.

My current patron/patroness dirties are Hestia and Apollo. And instead of doing physical libations most of the time I do action libations:

For Hestia: I viel (I do a mixture of them: flower crowns, beanies, Al-Amira, simple headscarf, purdah, niqab or burka) and am studying the ways and terms of Ancient Greek veiling with emphasis on the tegidion. During spell work I give a physical libation of either a candle or bread.

For Apollo: I take time out of each day to create/do/or research something related to the nine muses. During spell work I give a physical libation of wine or grape juice.

My Wicca is based in divination (currently pendulum work, but hopefully casting divination {runes/bones}, cartomancy, palmistry, and wax divination) as well as spell work (currently knot magic and sigils, but soon will be introducing poppets, and some spell jars).

Please be kind as despite practicing Wicca for three years I have not been a serious practitioner until now so I am very much still learning! So if you have any good reliable resources (especially non-myth sources or sources that discuss veiling or outline Ancient Greek religious holidays) that you’d like to share please point me in that direction.

My main blog (that will also link you to my other side blogs) is fandoms-activist

[soft-nb-queer]

May I also add tegidion and himation to this list? As most people aren’t aware of pagan (in this case Hellenic pagan) veiling styles

Support nonbinary people who veil.  Whether you wear a hijab or a turban or a tichel, you do you.  Your gender is valid, your faith is valid, and so is how you express it.  It is not contradictory.  I’m proud of you.

[fortheloveofxenia]

hey y’all i just wanted to share my veiling discord server !!

It’s a community for anyone and everyone who veils, regardless of faith. We have a variety of channels for chatting, asking questions, sharing resources, learning new things, and so much more!!

If you veil, are interested in veiling, or just want to be part of a chill interfaith community, we’re a great place to stop!!

[quill-the-tired-one]

Introduction To Me!

My name is Quill Oliver (Quill is my first name, Oliver is my middle names and I go by Quill or Ollie. I'm agender/transmasc and use he/it/ze pronouns. I am a veiling pagan and wear himation (Headscarf) and tegidion (headscarf and faceveil). Anyone can wear a veil in my religion. I am a fanfic writer for Young Justice and The Magnus Archives. My AO3 is I_Can_Hear_You_Glaring. I do not want to reveal my specific age, but I am a minor.

[indnwitch]

Yk speaking from a veiled person stand point , I’ve grown to actually like wearing face masks , theres just something nice about no one seeing all of your face , it feels like a secondary layer of spiritual protection as well as physical for obvious reasons . Tbh it’s also making me consider wearing Tegidion (Greek face veil) more often

[fortheloveofxenia]

hello and welcome to my tumblr!! y’all may know me from any of my other socials (under the same username)!!

i’m not sure what i’ll be focusing on the most with this blog, but knowing me it will definitely be polytheism related and there’s a sizable chance that it will be mostly about my veiling practice.

anyways, that’s all for now, but expect more chaos from me soon

[indnwitch]

Alright ok let’s talk about it

🕯 Veiling in witchcraft & Paganism 🕯

(This is gonna be a long post , set into ….sections )

What is veiling:

Veiling is the act of a person/persons covering their head , body , or face .

Veiling has been around for centuries and continues to be seen all over the world in different religions, ethnicities, and cultures .

Who can veil? Depends on the religion or culture , in some cultures and religions only women veil , in other both men and women veil .

Today I’ll be talking about pagan and witch craft veiling , in witchcraft ANYBODY can veil (women, men, non-binaries) , in paganism typically only women would veil but once again ANYBODY can veil in paganism.

Why?

That’s a question that has a different answer for everybody that wears a veil , some for religion and god , some for culture , some modesty , some because they choose to . We shouldn’t judge others on their choice of veil , how/if they choose to wear it or why .

In witchcraft, some veil for protection, to keep their energy their own , to protect their crown , others because they want to .

In paganism, veiling is to show respect or devotion to the gods/goddesses, to protect energy, because they were called to , or because they want to

What is paganism?

In short , paganism is a coverall term for a religion that is nature based and doesn’t follow Abrahamic beliefs. Because there is no “holy book” in paganism we all draw our own paths and beliefs from the research and source material we have , like most if not all religions paganism isn’t a “one size fits all” type deal . Some pagans work with gods/goddesses, others don’t and just worship/pray to/ leave offerings too , both is ok .

Not every pagan is a witch and not every witch is pagan .

The best thing to do like with anything is do your own research and come to your own beliefs and conclusions.

Veils :

There are many many many different types and styles of veils throughout the world , some are ok to use and others are not .

In witchcraft anything can be used as a veil , hats,hoods, bandannas , headbands , scarfs

In paganism it’s a little bit different, some pagans want a full veil others don’t , I personally go for a full veil where all my hair is covered , some styles pagans wear are “hijab” styles , Greek veil style called himation , as well as another Greek style called a palla (which is a large piece of fabric that is draped around the body and head )

Important to note , in paganism veils can be worn with un modest dress , same for witchcraft, I personally do dress modestly when wearing a veil because you will appear Muslim , and out of respect for Muslim women and cultures I dress modestly even though I don’t have too.

Many witches and pagans veil for , Lady Hestia .

Face veils:

Face veils in paganism are similar to the “Niqab” , Greek face veils are called “Tegidion” (tag-a-de-on) , which literally translates to “little roof” and would be worn over the face and pushed back in conversation (picture included below)

Not all witches or pagans wear tegidion , sometimes you need an extra layer of protection or veil , it’s your choice , I’ve only wore tegidion a few times , mostly on days when I need extra protection or days the veil is thinner like in the fall months , or anytime I feel called too .

When wearing a face veil DO dress modestly because once again you will appear Muslim and out of respect for Muslims and Islam , please dress in a appropriate manner :)

Ending notes:

For some veiling is for modesty, for others protection, for some because they choose it , all are ok all are great , be respectful of everyone’s choice .

My personal favorite style of veiling is the himation , I do really enjoy wearing Tegidion too but I’m not that confident to wear it every day yet and that’s cool , but I wear hijab style the most because it’s easiest to just grab and go lol

Some veil everyday , some part time , I personally veil anytime I leave the house , unlike in Islam, in paganism and witchcraft who can and can’t see my hair is entirely up to me , personally only close friends and family members can see my hair , anyone who’s energy is immaculate lol , but seriously I veil for my gods and goddesses and for protection, not everyone gets the luxury of seeing me without my veil .

Remember do your own research, don’t be afraid to ask other witches and pagans questions, draw your own beliefs and conclusions, respect everybody’s religion and veil choices , be safe , veiling is for everyone, blessed be .

Pictures:

This is a Tegidion face veil , bottom right is a picture of Laurel.Etoile on TikTok :)

Picture at the bottom is of more information on Tegidion

This is a Himation style veil worn by both men and women

This is a Palla style veil