Hymns to the Theoi

Zeus, my King, My Father and god, I bring this hymn to you as a form of worship. I wish to show my adoration for you and build kharis between us. So come, lightning bearer, And listen to my song! You drop pins of lightning into the sky and watch them shutter through the clouds. Your mighty thunderbolt rumbles across the Earth, And rain slips through the cracks the light makes. Your storms form slowly like a beast waiting in the heavens, And wreak heavy bouts of rain upon us mortals! They feed the flowering plants and trees on Gaia’s skin, And fuel raging springs across the backs of Mountains. Glorious Zeus of storms, I praise your sacred name! Your strength surpasses that of every Olympian that sits beside you, Yes, every ichorous god combined could not pull you down from Olympos’ heights! Awe-inspiring one, you will never fall nor break your reign over us and every Theos among you! From my heart I long to fill your halls with my praise, For I feel your presence all around me. In clouds and merely the sky on bright and shining days, I know you are with me Lordly Zeus! Even in my humble Oikos, you collect an offering of undiluted juice as the Agathos Daimon. My snake-formed god, you bring prosperity unto my household. I am grateful for your harmony-bringing shape, and praise this aspect, too. May you find this hymn pleasing and my intentions pure.  I end this song and thank you for everything I have been gifted by you, Great god!

Hymn To Hades

Hello! I'm a follower of Hades and a mortuary school student. If you have the time, could I request a devotional for the serene, dutiful side of the Host of Many?

Oh radiant Aphrodite, Golden as the rays of a sunrise, And as sweet as cool water on clean toes, I praise your hallowed name. Come and he with me so that I may bring joy to your heart and announce a smile to your lips. Fire rages on in your heart, It melts the essence of all who follow you. You toss us into the sea, oh goddess, To forge a new era of strength and beauty. The waves trickle us through one another, Crashing along the shore to pick up delicate shells and push out well formed seaglass. The tidepools mimic the colour of your eyes, So magnificent and bright. On lone nights, stars twinkle above as they try desperately to mimic your freckled skin. Every inch of you is flawlessly carved from pure marble, Grains of colour, stripes of contrasting blacks and greys mark you, And you are wondrous. There is a call of perfection in your appearance, So changeable and uncategorizable. You kiss nature and our weary bodies with the same love. You bring roses into our hearts, Lilies into our hair, And hibiscus into our curves. In us lies a part of you, Such a freely given gift which we all adore. I praise you, Theia of beauty, My mother of light and joy, Sparkling with laughter and sunshine! Khaire to you!

Zeus, everlong King of Olympos, I beckon you to this place! Be welcome at my hearth, Sit soundly in my home. I offer you a hymn and my hospitality, A gracious gift that you hold true to your heart! Like a host I offer you sweet libations, Burn lovely incense for your pleasure, And I sing of your miraculous ways! Be my guest lordly one, Stay with me and rejoice in my company! In your form of Agathos Daimon, You walk every hall of my oikos. You know my family as well as we know of your wonder! You enhance our blessings, Bring joy into our hearts, And fill our cups each time a festivity arises. In times of need we pray to you, For you are a kind god. In Hestia’s fragrant arms you reside, A member of Her beautiful retinue. Among firewood you lay, By the flames you are warmed, In our prayers you are called. Mighty Zeus, Not even this lack of shelter can keep you out of our minds! No amount of miasma can keep me from praising you and shedding light upon your golden name! Father of all, Ruler in the sky, You bring me great happiness each and every day. When I arise I offer to you my first words, And send up my dreams. Lightning-thrower, May my kisses be sent to you directly and make you smile. In the gardens of my house, I find flowers to offer you, Brilliantly coloured blossoms formed into a crown. It sits sweetly on your brow like the regal one atop it, For anything made with love is for you. Oh, darling King, I praise you! May you be called forever, Zeus, Wonderful and daring son of Rhea! Khaire great one!

Athena great goddess, Patron of pages, I call upon your name. Be with me for a while so that I may pray and give thanks to you, For you are a brilliant Theia, And I adore you. I thank you for lending me your blessing and making it possible for me to learn, For each day that I go to school is a day that I honour you. Every book in the library whispers your name, My accolades are all attributes to you. May I walk with pride and responsibility through the halls which I roam, And pave the way for others to love wisdom as you do. Your intelligence and knowledge surpasses every mortal, And all gods save your radiant King-Father. You are a shining star among scholars, A forever rising academic, The one and only professor of all things. Glory to you, Athena, Sweetest goddess who quenches the thirst for research and understanding! I pray for your guidance and power this year. Aid me in discovering more than I believe possible, In finding new ways to bring you into my life, And in walking through the world with gratefulness. Athena, my aegis baring daughter of Zeus, I wish you beautiful nights spent reading and writing and learning, And say Khaire.

Long awaiting, misty figures from the dark realm of Haides, I call you up! Come, come, for we search for the answers you possess! Bring an innocent, honest tongue, And by the gods will let no false word fly from your lips, Nor any rude or harmful action become of your form and force. We bear offerings of _________ for you to enjoy, Peaceable gifts meant to stir your hearts. Make yourselves known to us, And lo! Let us hear your prophecies!

Haides, lordly King of the Nekroi, I pray that you protect me as I delve into communication with the all-knowing dead. Guard me against harm, and keep malevolent and trickster spirits far from me. If ever I have made a good offering to you, Hear my prayers and answer them. If it is in your will, make it be done. Khaire King!

Golden Theoi of Olympos, I walk through my school knowing you are with me. I find you in my heart always, in my books, and in my studies. I pray you bless me this year with your presence, And be forever in my mind! Khaire honey sweet gods!

Athena, aegis baring and wise, I invite you to hear my hymn. I prepared it with you in my heart, And praise lining every crease of my mind! Please attend my performance oh goddess, For I long to bring you joy! Daughter of Zeus, You protect your sacred locations, your cities, Employing your shield around and above them. We are kept under your watchful eyes mighty Theia, And nothing with ill intent can overtake pour proud barrier! Even the pure Earth beneath us is shielded from attack. Wisdom bound, armour adorned; You are the friend of mortals and child of power! Your citizens walk freely, They anoint themselves with god oils and are welcome to one another’s homes. No one is a stranger within your boundaries, Togetherness is a must, and a loving tradition of yours. Gifts are given and songs are sung! Hospitality and love thrive in your arms. Committee and councils are blessed by your father and self, Streets are paved with safety, And stores and filled with food and supplies. You provide for your people, And send bright generosity into their hearts so that food pantries are forever o'er flowing. Khaire strategic goddess of the polis! I pray you shine forever!

Hera, heavenly Queen who holds a lotus tipped sceptre, I call upon your sacred name! Come, gentle and rough goddess, Majestic among the mortals whom you hold as they birth their children! My motherly one, I ask that you listen to my hymn to you! A washcloth in one hand, hope in the other, You are escorted by blessed sleep to the world below you. Olympos smiles as you go down for your routine midwifery, For you are welcoming another beautiful life into this world. The first face they shall see will be your own, Breathing a sigh of relief as you realize it is finally done. You grant the infant a kiss from your divine lips, And leave your love in its heart, and in the heart of its family. Hypnos sprinkles His poppy flowers across the bed, And soon both child and parent are sound asleep. Lotus flowers release their scent for you, A thankful offering that another child will soon be grown and perhaps giving offerings to you someday. A swirl of fragrance engulfs you as yet again you make your march to Earth. Gaia gracefully bows to you and your task, For as a mother, She enjoys your love and vitality. Queen of more than just Olympos. Ruler of us all, Great Theia who shines above the rest with astounding glory. You aid the tired and full, The ones who are desperate for their baby to be born. Without you their would be no direction of Birth, The labour pains would come to nothing. Praise be to you, Hera! Khaire my sweetest goddess, May you reign above forever!

Homeric Hymn X - Aphrodite

Homeric Hymn IX - Artemis

Homeric Hymn VIII - Ares

Ares, protector of women, please walk with my trans sisters in these dangerous times.

If I can't ask twice that's totally fine, but maybe a short daily thanks to the theoi ...? Once again thank you :)