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Hi! It's me again! I have been researching sea deities and no one has really "clicked" yet. I've set up a very generic sea deity altar and have been leaving offerings, sometimes to a specific deity, most of the time to the Theoi Halioi in general, and have been trying to use tarot to sort of help in my search (but honestly I'm not the best at tarot), but nothing has come up. I still feel just- so at peace and happy at that altar, and I could just sit there forever, so I don't think I'm imagining the connection. Do you possibly have any insight or any advice on what direction to go? Or should I just keep at what I'm doing right now and just have patience?

It's all okay, and I genuinely apologize for taking so long to get to you! I definitely think you could just keep at the pace you are going now, as overnight connections aren't going to happen nor are they something you want to happen.

I should also add, that deities don't have to "choose you"! You can just simply pick one because you like them and foster that connection yourself. If you later decide it isn't for you and move on, then it's okay as well. Don't force yourself to choose, but also if you do want to worship specific deities don't let people tell you that they HAVE to be giving you all sorts of signs, or show up consistently. Some deities do this, yes, but I think it's safe to say this isn't the average experience. Also, please, if you have an update where it has been so long then feel free to tell me your progress!

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Localizing your practice can also get you in touch with a deity more closely, if you see them in something some may a consider "smaller" aspect. Some people ask "how do you worship Poseidon if you're landlocked?" and that may be a silly question to me, but it's a valid one.

My localized practice is flood season being associated with Poseidon, along with the copious amount of streams and creaks I associate him with as well. Another one is horseback riding, as I grew up with it here in the south. I definitely look at him more as the "father of horses" in my practice, even if black tip reef sharks are my favorite animal.

Another aspect that stuck with me, is that I always see Cardinals in the winter and early on in my practice associated Hades with them and the coal mines that are nearly everywhere in my part of the state.

What is your opinion on localizing the theoi

Hot take: Anyone who considers themselves a reconstructionist should be localizing their gods!

It gives us an opportunity to know our environments more intimately, which enriches our lives and worship.

I worship a localized Zeus—Zeus of Dry Lightning—because it almost NEVER rains here. I also consider Aphrodite the patron of my state since copper is our historic export :)

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Hello! I have just recently started diving into my path but since I was young, I have always had a fascination with the sea despite being landlocked and even believed myself to be a mermaid at one point because of how much of a connection i felt with the sea (or any body of water in general). Lately, I've been looking into Poseidon more as of late (as well as Amphitrite and Triton), my question: Is Poseidon (or even, the other sea deities) a beginner-friendly deity to worship?

Hey, so I may have a opinion on this that I do not see often, but I will still do my best.

I do not see any deity having the scale "beginner to advanced", especially with just reaching out. Yes, some are nicer, but I have never in my experience have them with that type of scaling.

It is much better to just reach out however, out of those three, Poseidon, Amiphitrite and Triton, i would definitely go with Triton first!

Poseidon has a grumpy side to him, especially if you come to him expecting him to work with you instead of plainly worship, but that is just my personal experience!

Amphitrite is lovely, but I only honor her from a far since I am godspoused to Poseidon and we've both agreed that it's more respectful to leave it at a tea light candle on Poseidon's altar.

Triton is amazing in both work and worship, and out of them is definitely the happiest to recieve any newbies who love the ocean.

Out of all this, just leave it to gut with gentle guidance! No one else can control your path, but I am really happy you reach out!

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Hello! I have some news about the state of my welbeing, and how that will tie into the upkeep of my temple.

I have been homeless for months, and beyond that every single thing I own has been in storage during this time. This includes my altars, which has been heartbreaking for us.

But aside with all that, I will be without internet from this point on for an undetermined amount of time. This means no posts, reblogs, or asks will be answered but you are free to leave any!!

However, I am officially no longer homeless! Just without wifi for a time. I will be back and better than ever when that time comes!

Thank you all for being here along the ride, and I shall see you when I return.

Blessed be!

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Active!! Just put on temp hold, sorting out abrupt issues in my personal life.

Digital temples and digital shrines of Tumblr. Please interact with this post if you are still active!!!

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I know this is probably a dumb question (and i already partly know the answer) but is listening to Sea shanties/pirate music a good form of passive worship for posiden? I know you mentioned once before that listening to ocean sounds was a good way to honor him but im curious about the music

Yes!!!! I love listening to sea shanties. Not just sea shanties, but you could also make a playlist dedicated to him in whatever genre you want as long as you associate the songs with him.

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Hey, I've recently been having the drive to worship sea deities and have been having a few dreams about the ocean. I live in a desert and can count on one hand the times that I've seen the ocean. I wanted to know if you had any advice? I've been a hellenic polytheist for a few years so I know the basics, but there are just so many sea deities out there, I just wanted some advice!

While I'm not in a desert, I am a landlocked sea witch in the Appalachia, even more so now after my move. I could also count on one hand the amount of times i've even seen the ocean before Lord Poseidon reached out to me.

My discord server has a plethora of sea deities, Lord Poseidon is just the one i focus on the most. This is just one resource though.

I would personally start looking into your main pantheons sea deities. For hellenism, there are so many and I totally agree with you on that.

Some of the main sea deities are, of course, Lord Poseidon but also his Theoi Halioi. These deities work underneath my Lord, and are honestly not too heard of on some occasions.

Here are great resources for a sea witch, if you go to that path.

and here is the page for the Theoi Halioi. If none of these catch your attention, don't be afraid to reach out again!!

Some more honorable mentions are Medusa, worshipped as a primordial sea goddess and Cero, a goddess of deep sea creatures, sea-monsters, and the dangers of the sea.

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Hey everyone. Just to address something really quick as this is an issue I've been having to where it's even followed me to my personal blog where, yes I am open about my relationship and worship with my deity, it isn't even about that.

Time and time again, I get people questioning, rather rudely, how I can worship a "god like Poseidon" and "after what he's done". I just want to ask that you kindly keep it to yourself. Do not come onto my safe space, my page that I work tirelessly to make safe for others as well, a religious space, just to leave rather distasteful and rude asks or comments pertaining to my worship of Poseidon.

Myth literacy is a big issue in this community, and I want that to come to light. These myths are written by famously horrible men, with famously horrible treatment of women for the time period most myths were written in. These myths are just that. Myths. It is not a retelling of an event that happened. Most are just literature themes of common events that took place during the time.

These myths are artistic expression. Treat them as such.

This is a religious space. A space I hope to welcome all to, but I will not be treated poorly in doing so.

Thank you for your time,

Blessed be,

Eirene

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hiii, ive just got a question (two..?). im only worshipping hestia and hypnos, but ive always been lost on why people follow certain gods and why do they pray to them. like what for. could you maybe explain this for you and Poseidon? (if its really personal, dont worry about why. maybe just a topic of what someone prays about?)

I pray for protection from earthquakes, a lot. People pray to a god typically because of their domain, but with Poseidon it is mainly a type of protection for me.

Protection such as..

Swim safety

Earthquake safety

Equestrian safety

Let mens eyes glide over and not at you

.. and many, many more. I might make a post on this as it's a really interesting topic that I don't see people ask. I really hoped this helps. <3

- Eirene

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Worshipping Poseidon

Chronically ill and homeless edition <3

Water is NOT a lazy offering. Drink it in honor of him, do libations with it, stir in some flavorings clockwise for an energy boost

Relax with some ocean soundscapes in the background, or while you walk place to place

Decorate your mobility aids with ocean scenery or cute little sharks and trident stickers.

Wear jewelry that you may have and carry with you Keep in mind that He does not judge, and if you are away and cannot handle an alter space, that is okay. Everything is okay, and he is still there even if you don't feel his presence for a time being.

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Hey, random question as someone who knows like nothing about any of this stuff but just recently have felt extremely drawn to Poseidon (and intimidated at the same time somehow?) How would I know if he's reaching out/AKA just existing around me. If he does that?

To avoid ranting on, I'll put it short. When talking to my friend about their greek god oc, I essentially completely denied the gods' existence and lightheartrdly laughed about it. My friend gave me a list of greek gods to learn about for fun but for some reason whenever I see or think of Poseidon now, I feel like I'm being watched. Like he's hanging around just to be like 'I don't exist, huh?'

If it is him, I love the sense of humor but also this feels ominous. Likely cause I'm not used to it.

Okay, yes, I definitely had this experience, too. I've never doubted they weren't real, however I've ignored his call for an unnumbered amount of years. He was always hanging around, even giving glaringly obvious signs he was there. He loves to prove a point in my experience.

However, a lot of gods also do this, but trust your gut. They all have a lovely since of humor, as they've adapted with humanity as time goes on.

(So sorry that i'm just getting to your ask!)

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I come here to pay my humble respects to this temple and the god who dwells in it. Hail Poseidon, lord of the seas, god of horses, Earthshaker and brother to Zeus!

Praised be My Lord Poseidon !

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Temple posts will slow down a lot during this and next month, as i'm sure you've noticed. I will not get into the details of why besides I am looking into moving. This is time costly, but I will try to still make the posts. But for now, my sermons will be paused and may be queued every once in a while until we settle down.

-Eirene

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If you're new to helpol, welcome! We're all very happy to have you here. It's ok to ask questions. There is nothing wrong with not knowing; everyone starts somewhere, and you're doing great! Always be open to learn, and know that the gods are much kinder than what the media depicts. Leave mythic literalism at the door if you'd like! I'd personally recommend it.

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idk if I can ask this question but may I ask how you see Poseidon show up in your day to day life?

I ask bc I asked him to send me a sign if I can worship him, I always have a habit of doing this

and I haven't gotten a sign for a while now but don't know what to potentially look out for

I see Poseidon through all aspects of my life. Through the streams to the waves, through the horses I see day to day, through the clouds shaped as various shapes of fish, through people picking up liter around the earth, through classes for bettering oneself, through little cracks in the earth from errosion.

Water is all around us. You do not need signs to worship, nor is Poseidon keen on giving them. If you feel a calling to worship, then just do it.

Lord Poseidon is all around us, you just have to take notice of and appreciate his smaller aspects that are not horses, tridents, or even the ocean. I might make a post on it soon. <3

Take care and Blessed be~

Eirene-Styx

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Lord Poseidon, great King of the Sea

You command me at will, pushing me to thrive. You have helped me tame my anger, my hunger and have truly shown what it means to be human. That being human is beautiful and fascinating.

Lord Poseidon, hear my praise that I sing

I will forever hold you dear to my heart and soul.

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Poseidon, the ever intimidating horse figure that could make any man shake from fear, you command respect as you command the waters of the sea.

You hold the power to make the very ground shake and split apart, yet I've never felt more put together than when you're guiding me.

Your protective nature is as fierce as a wild stallion, loyal and strong, unpredictable to many but truly consistent with your own values.

I dedicate these words to you, Lord Poseidon, for you have never ceased in pushing me to improve everyday.

You are the steady never-ending loving force that I've searched for all my life. I pray that our relationship will continue to flourish with time.