When it comes to prayer, there aren’t a lot of rules. Prayer can be as simple, direct and informal as talking to the gods, off the cuff,… Read more “Greek Pagan Basics: How to Write a Prayer”
Artemis, Goddess of Mothers of Daughters
I was married before I knew there was such a thing as paganism. I was a mother before I became a polytheist. In other words, as long… Read more “Artemis, Goddess of Mothers of Daughters”
One of Us
I spent some time today reading blogs. There are a lot of blogs I follow (I really need to set up a blogroll here, come to think… Read more “One of Us”
Eiresione checklist
Pyanepsia is on its way and I’m getting ready to make the eiresione. Apple branch, check. (Olives are so far from native to my region that it… Read more “Eiresione checklist”
Festivals: Democratia
The goddess Democratia (Democracy) was honored in Athens on 12 Boedromion (Mikalson “Heorte” 213) beginning in the 4th century BCE; the goddess received sacrifices, was honored with… Read more “Festivals: Democratia”
Festivals: Some Elements of Hellenic Ritual
I’m going to be sharing some of my own rituals that I’ve prepared to celebrate festivals honoring the Greek gods; some will be modern versions of festivals… Read more “Festivals: Some Elements of Hellenic Ritual”
Festivals and Devotions: The Noumenia and other monthly devotions
While most of the ancient Greek festivals, rituals and devotional practices we hear about tend to be those held annually (or, sometimes, once ever few years), there… Read more “Festivals and Devotions: The Noumenia and other monthly devotions”
Some Hellenic Pagan Resources
I occasionally get questions from folks about various aspects of religious practice, and while I’m happy to answer (it’s one of my favorite topics of discussion!) I… Read more “Some Hellenic Pagan Resources”
An Introduction to Pan
Pan is a god of shepherds and hunters, wild places, mountains and woods; he was worshipped throughout Greece but always retained his rustic character. He is a… Read more “An Introduction to Pan”
Athena Ergane, Goddess of Work
Because it is Labor Day here in the US, I honor Athena Ergane. As a goddess with a wide range of responsibilities, Athena has many different epithets.… Read more “Athena Ergane, Goddess of Work”
