mari

Me, an Oz multi fandom about to drop 5 tons of Baum lore explaining how they are in fact gay:

i saw one for lord ares and lord apollon and i had to make one for lady aphrodite

Building a kharis with gods using a religious journal is really helpful. It helped me keep my information and my thoughts related to the Gods organized. It can also help beginners if they are uncomfortable reciting hymns out loud.

What could be put inside it:

Every day write one delphic maxim and write how you interpret it or what you think about it

Make a shopping list for your altar and offerings

Compose prayers

Hymns/ prayers to your patrons and Hestia, Nyx, Helios, Hypnos

Write something as if you are conversating with the Gods.

Important information on deities

Favorite offerings, incenses, and libations of the Gods

Important Callendar events, festivals, and key info on celebration

Quotes from the most famous books of Gods that you relate to or want to remember

Instructions on composing prayers

What afterlife means in Hellenismos

What defines hubris, agos and miasma

7 pillars of Hellenismos and their meaning

Do some drawings for the Gods as a devotional act

Include your personal experiences with the divine and how it affected you

Write down the signs you saw during the week

You can also decorate it with the images of Gods

Delphic Maxims:

The Delphic Maxims are a collection of 147 maxims that are understood to be delivered by the deity Apollo Himself to the Oracle at Delphi, who divinely inspired the Seven Sages, seven early-6th-century BCE philosophers, mystics, politicians, and law-givers, who wrote them down.

(they are not mandatory to follow)

Follow God (Επου θεω)

Obey the law (Νομω πειθου)

Worship the Gods (Θεους σεβου)

Respect your parents (Γονεις αιδου)

Be overcome by justice (Ηττω υπο δικαιου)

Know what you have learned (Γνωθι μαθων)

Perceive what you have heard (Ακουσας νοει)

Be (or Know) Yourself (Σαυτον ισθι)

Intend to get married (Γαμειν μελλε)

Know your opportunity (Καιρον γνωθι)

Think as a mortal (Φρονει θνητα)

If you are a stranger act like one (Ξepsilon;νος ων ισθι)

Honor the hearth [or Hestia] (Εστιαν τιμα)

Control yourself (Αρχε σεαυτου)

Help your friends (Φιλοις βοηθει)

Control anger (Θυμου κρατει)

Exercise prudence (Φρονησιν ασκει)

Honor providence (Προνοιαν τιμα)

Do not use an oath (Ορκω μη χρω)

Love friendship (Φιλιαν αγαπα)

Cling to discipline (Παιδειας αντεχου)

Pursue honor (Δοξαν διωκε)

Long for wisdom (Σοφιαν ζηλου)

Praise the good (Καλον ευ λεγε)

Find fault with no one (Ψεγε μηδενα)

Praise virtue (Επαινει αρετην)

Practice what is just (Πραττε δικαια)

Be kind to friends (Θιλοις ευνοει)

Watch out for your enemies (Εχθρους αμυνου)

Exercise nobility of character (Ευγενειαν ασκει)

Shun evil (Κακιας απεχου)

Be impartial (Κοινος γινου)

Guard what is yours (Ιδια φυλαττε)

Shun what belongs to others (Αλλοτριων απεχου)

Listen to everyone (Ακουε παντα)

Be (religiously) silent (Ευφημος ιοθι)

Do a favor for a friend (Φιλω χαριζου)

Nothing to excess (Μηδεν αγαν)

Use time sparingly (Χρονου φειδου)

Foresee the future (Ορα το μελλον)

Despise insolence (Υβριν μισει)

Have respect for suppliants (Ικετας αιδου)

Be accommodating in everything (Παςιν αρμοζου)

Educate your sons (Υιους παιδευε)

Give what you have (Εχων χαριζου)

Fear deceit (Δολον φοβου)

Speak well of everyone (Ευλογει παντας)

Be a seeker of wisdom (Φιλοσοφος γινου)

Choose what is divine (Οσια κρινε)

Act when you know (Γνους πραττε)

Shun murder (Φονου απεχου)

Pray for things possible (Ευχου δυνατα)

Consult the wise (Σοφοις χρω)

Test the character (Ηθος δοκιμαζε)

Give back what you have received (Λαβων αποδος)

Down-look no one (Υφορω μηδενα)

Use your skill (Τεχνη χρω)

Do what you mean to do (Ο μελλεις, δος)

Honor a benefaction (Ευεργεςιας τιμα)

Be jealous of no one (Φθονει μηδενι)

Be on your guard (Φυλακη προσεχε)

Praise hope (Ελπιδα αινει)

Despise a slanderer (Διαβολην μισει)

Gain possessions justly (Δικαιως κτω)

Honor good men (Αγαθους τιμα)

Know the judge (Κριτην γνωθι)

Master wedding-feasts (Γαμους κρατει)

Recognize fortune (Τυχην νομιζε)

Flee a pledge (Εγγυην φευγε)

Speak plainly (Αμλως διαλεγου)

Associate with your peers (Ομοιοις χρω)

Govern your expenses (Δαπανων αρχου)

Be happy with what you have (Κτωμενος ηδου)

Rever a sense of shame (Αισχυνην σεβου)

Fulfill a favor (Χαριν εκτελει)

Pray for happiness (Ευτυχιαν ευχου)

Be fond of fortune (Τυχην στεργε)

Observe what you have heard (Ακουων ορα)

Work for what you can own (Εργαζου κτητα)

Despise strife (Εριν μισει)

Detest disgrace (Ονειδς εχθαιρε)

Restrain the tongue (Γλωτταν ισχε)

Keep yourself from insolence (Υβριν αμυνου)

Make just judgments (Κρινε δικαια)

Use what you have (Χρω χρημασιν)

Judge incorruptibly (Αδωροδοκητος δικαζε)

Accuse one who is present (Αιτιω παροντα)

Tell when you know (Λεγε ειδως)

Do not depend on strength (Βιας μη εχου)

Live without sorrow (Αλυπως βιου)

Live together meekly (Ομιλει πραως)

Finish the race without shrinking back (Περας επιτελει μη αποδειλιων))

Deal kindly with everyone (Φιλοφρονει πασιν)

Do not curse your sons (Υιοις μη καταρω)

Rule your wife (Γυναικος αρχε)

Benefit yourself (Σεαυτον ευ ποιει)

Be courteous (Ευπροσηγορος γινου)

Give a timely response (Αποκρινου εν καιρω)

Struggle with glory (Πονει μετ ευκλειας)

Act without repenting (Πραττε αμετανοητως)

Repent of sins (Αμαρτανων μετανοει)

Control the eye (Οφθαλμοθ κρατει)

Give a timely counsel (Βουλευου χρονω)

Act quickly (Πραττε συντομως)

Guard friendship (Φιλιαν φυλαττε)

Be grateful (Ευγνωμων γινου)

Pursue harmony (Ομονοιαν διωκε)

Keep deeply the top secret (Αρρητον κρυπτε)

Fear ruling (Το κρατουν φοβου)

Pursue what is profitable (Το συμφερον θηρω)

offerings

◇ shells ◇ ocean imagery ◇ swan/dove/sparrow/goose imagery ◇ angel/cherub imagery ◇ heart imagery ◇ valentine's day gifts ◇ imagery/paintings of her ◇ roses/rose imagery ◇ rosehips/rose thorns ◇ rose quartz, amethyst, blue lace agate, ruby, moonstone ◇ skincare/hair care/body care ◇ perfume/cologne ◇ hair brush ◇ mirrors ◇ makeup ◇ water (moon/salt/sea water) ◇ honey ◇ wine ◇ hot chocolate/any chocolates ◇ apples ◇ strawberries/raspberries

devotional acts

◇ give compliments to strangers ◇ dedicate a glass of water to her ◇ collect all types of pretty things ◇ plan your outfits, wear things that make you feel like you ◇ wear jewelry that reminds you of her ◇ create a skincare and body care routine ◇ watch romantic movies or read romantic books ◇ listen to music that makes you feel good, dance to it if you are able ◇ give yourself love, forgive yourself for any mistakes ◇ wear perfume/cologne dedicated to her ◇ fall asleep to sounds of ocean waves or birdsong ◇ take a bath devoted to her ◇ spend time with your loved ones ◇ pour your heart out to someone, or pour your heart out in a journal ◇ donate to women's shelters ◇ create a Pinterest board ◇ eat foods that she likes (strawberries, chocolates, apples, & raspberries) ◇ write poetry about her ◇ talk to her ◇ create a playlist dedicated to her ◇ have a chapstick/lip gloss dedicated to her ◇ paint or draw something that reminds you of her

Please note - though I myself am not a spirit worker, I’ve done enough research and seen enough of other people’s personal stories to say this: spirit work is not always light and fluffy and happy (obviously it can be, but not all the time). Spirits are not all willing to work with you peacefully - some are even downright rude or aggressive. It can be dangerous, and there are risks of getting involved with other entities not of this world. Make sure you know what you are getting into completely and are well prepared before engaging. Read and practice at your own discretion.

Updated: August 18th, 2016

General

[A Beginner’s Guide to Spirit Companionship]

[All the Spirits, All the Places] (tw: gif)

[Are You Overcomplicating Spirit Companionship for Yourself?]

[Bonding 101] (tw: gif)

[Boundaries - The First Component of Constructive Spirit Work]

[Branches of Spirit Work]

[Caution: Calling/Attaching Spirits]

[Common Spirit ‘Scams’]

[Considerate Spirit Offerings]

[Dealing with Spirit Anxiety]

[Dealing with Spirit-Induced Trauma and Injuries]

[Dealing with Spirits You Don’t Want to Deal With]

[Discernment and You]

[Guardian/Protective Spirits]

[House Rules]

[How to Make Your Home More Inviting For Spirits]

[I Have No Time for My Spirit Companions]

[If an “Unbound” Spirit Approaches You]

[A More In-Depth Guide to Dealing with House Spirits]

[On Large Spirit Families]

[Settling In: Getting to Know Your House Spirits]

[Spirit-Caused Wounds]

[Spirit Companions: DIY]

[Spirit Companionship]

Spirit Companionship: [What Is It?]; [Why Choose Companionship?]; [Misconceptions]; [It’s a Commitment]

[Spirit Companionship and Insecurity vs. Trust in Yourself]

Spirit Companionship FAQ: [Part 1]; [Part 2]

[Spirit Defense]

[Spirit Do’s And Don’ts]

[Spirit Etiquette]

[Spirit Guides vs. Companions]

[Spirit Work]

[Spirit Work Basics]

[Spirit Work: The Importance of Putting Yourself First] (tw: gif)

[Spirit Worker Reminders]

[Spirits And Astral Walking]

[Spirits and Demons and Where to Start]

[Spirits and the Danger of Spirit Work, FAQ]

[Thoughts on Spirit Work]

[Working with Spirits]

[Working with Spirits: Contracts]

Communication

[Communicating with House Spirits]

[Contacting Spirit Guides and Other Entities]

[Contacting Your Spirit Guides]

[Guide: How to Communicate with Spirits, Gods, and Other Unseen]

[How I Communicate with Spirits]

How to Communicate With Your Spirit Companion: [Part 1]; [Part 2]

[In-Depth Psychic Communication Guide for Spirit Contact]

[So You Want to Talk to Spirits?]

[Spirit Communication: Tips]

[Spirits: Communications And Customs]

[Ten Things to Avoid When Communicating with Spirits]

[Tuning to the Dead]

Channeling

[Channel a Spirit] (an ask)

[Tips on Channeling Spirits] (an ask)

Possession

[How to Avoid Getting Possessed] (an ask)

[On the Topic of Possession, Attacks, and Other Spirit Problems]

[Spirit Vessels]

[What Exactly is Horsing] (an ask)

Banishing / Exorcism

[Dealing With Dead People - Banishing & Exorcism]

[Exorcism 101]

[How to Banish a Spirit]

[Kicking Them Out - An Intro to Banishings, Cleaning House, and Astral Relationship Intervention]

Spells and Magic

[Banishment Spell, Spirits Begone] (tw: sigil)

[Bottle of Spirit Be-Gone]

[Candle Spell to Banish Negative Energies or Spirits]

[Creating a Spirit Trap Stone]

[For Pleasing Household Spirits]

[“Get the Fuck Out!” Spell - Dead People Verison]

[Quick Protection Ward]

[Ritual to Invite Spirit Contact]

[Samhain Spirit Spell]

[Séance Water]

[Selective Spirit Door-Bar]

[The Soul Alchemists Trap Box]

[Spirit Drive-Out]

[Spirit Poppets]

[The Spirit Vessel]

[Spirit Working Powder]

Sigils

[A variety of spirit companion sigils]

[“Get out of my house, you wispy motherfuckers”]

[“I am not fearful of otherworldly entities”]

[“I am protected from malicious spirits”]

[“I am protected from negative spirits”]

[“I can easily channel spirits without negative impact”]

[“I can see spirits and ghosts”]

[“I communicate easily and quickly with spirits around me”]

[“I communicate with spirits with ease”]

[“I easily communicate with ghosts”]

[“I see and communicate with spirits with ease”]

[“I will have success in spirit work”]

[“Nice, positive spirits are attracted to me and communicate with me”]

[“No malicious beings may enter”]

[“Only kind spirits may enter and stay here”]

[“Protect this dwelling from all negative and evil spirits”]

[“Spirits bring me knowledge not harm”]

[“Spirits cannot enter through these portals without being invited”]

[“Spirits will not and cannot enter through this portal without being invited first”]

Blogs

[blackbearmagic​]

[spiritconnect​]

[spirithighway]

[spiritvexer]

[thedragonslibrary]

[thiscrookedcrown]

"Wow, I hate Zeus and his family"

Who tf are you worshipping then...who?

When someone kisses their partner, Aphrodite is there.

When someone walks hand in hand with a partner or friend, Aphrodite is there.

When someone goes over to their friend to comfort them, Aphrodite is there.

When someone smiles at their appearance in the mirror, Aphrodite is there.

When someone is gifted a bouquet of flowers, Aphrodite is there.

When someone writes their loved one’s name in the sand on a beach, Aphrodite is there.

When someone stands in the ocean, taking in its beauty, Aphrodite is there.

When someone is inspired to create something because of a loved one, Aphrodite is there.

When a child has their first crush, Aphrodite is there.

When someone finally feels love for the first time, Aphrodite is there.

When people dance together to a special song, Aphrodite is there.

When long-distance friends, partners, or family finally see each other in person, Aphrodite is there.

When people go on dates, Aphrodite is there.

When someone finally breaks off a toxic relationship, Aphrodite is there.

When someone sees the beauty in themself, Aphrodite is there.

This is how pitch perfect 3 ended right??

I did this tarot spread with Aphrodite this past Sunday. It was so nice to sit down with her. I approached her altar, lit her candles, refreshed her libations. I gave her a hard apple cider offering that I've been thinking about giving her since Autumn Equinox (adhd ammirite?). I got a lot of clarity and a few questionable pulls I'll dig into deeper (I'm still learning tarot.)

I've felt so much closer to her closer to her in just the last few days. I've seen so much of her in the world and in myself. It's just been a really good week and I want to share!