In Defense of Zeus (Or, the gods are more than their myths)
I was reading the internet the other day (seems like I’ll never get through that thing!) and came across a post about Zeus. I won’t specify the post, I’ve seen a lot […]
To Psyche
Originally posted on Underflow:
I call out to Psyche, sweet breath of the spirit, fair among mortals, fair too among gods. Beloved of Eros, your tale is one of joy and of…
To Iris
Originally posted on Underflow:
Fleet-footed Iris, swift as the storm, golden-winged goddess, I call out to you. Daughter of Thaumus, ancient one of the sea, and bright-lit Elektra of the thunderhead, sister…
To Asteria
Originally posted on Underflow:
Asteria who dwells in darkness, star-bright, mistress of the spangled skies, I praise your name. Daughter of Phoebe, great of understanding, and restless Coeus who seeks to know…
To Enyo
Originally posted on Underflow:
To Enyo, beautiful, terrible goddess, I offer my praise. Companion of Ares, daughter of Hera and thundering Zeus, you delight in the clash of arms, the loud battle-cries;…
To Phobos and Deimos
Originally posted on Underflow:
Phobos and Deimos, great sons of Aphrodite and Ares who exceeds all warriors, companion of Enyo, fierce battle-goddess, and Eris who delights in all strife. Brothers two, ever-present…
To Harmonia
Originally posted on Underflow:
I call to you, Harmonia, child of love and war, of Ares who is strong of heart, of courage unrivaled, of Aphrodite whose might it is that binds…
Thoughts on Honoring the Dead
I was a teenager before I realized that Memorial Day was observed in memory of those who had died at war rather than a day to remember all of the dead. It […]
A historical prayer to Hestia
I’ve been reading Greek Hymns: The Texts in Translation by William Furleely and Jan Bremer and came across a very lovely prayer to Hestia, written by one Aristonoos from Corinth during the […]
Spiritual Tools: Divination
Divination is not a required skill; it isn’t something you need to do as a part of your spiritual path. (Similarly, you can do divination in a secular manner if you desire. […]
