devouring lady

Alright. Y’all know how this works. That’s $1100 right there. 

Raised and painted relief from the ceiling of the Hathor Temple at Dendera. Egypt, Graeco-Roman period, 2nd/1st century BCE - 2nd century CE.

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 My second installment of hopefully useful compiled information on offerings! Once again, this list is composed of researched and UPG elements. If you have any additions from your own experience, please, feel free to add on to the list or contact me to have them added.

Offerings to Dionysus:

Wine/Mead (or any alcohol really)

Honeyed milk

Apples

Honey in general

Sweet meats or fruits

Olive oil

Dedicated sexual activities (if you are comfortable)

Grapes

Pine

Figs

Frankincense

Musk

Intoxicants of most varieties (though in saying this I do not condone illegal activity)

Ivy

Snake/Leopard/Bull shaped items

Wheat/Barley (things used to make alcoholic beverages)

Roses

Sources:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dionysian_Mysteries#Traditional_offerings_to_Dionysus

http://templeofdionysus.lefora.com/2011/02/14/what-it-means-to-worship-dionysus

http://zer0dmx.tripod.com/gods/dionysus.html

http://www.theoi.com/Summary/Dionysos.html

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Be Well,

alrightyyy

the current situation is one of generosity and giving. all of this is possible at the moment because youre in a position where you have plenty to give and the means to do so.

your current strength is all of that untapped potential. theres energy and enthusiasm and all it needs is a direction to follow. current weakness is being too impulsive and caught up in needing things to go go go! and an unwillingness to sit still and have things happen at a slower pace

overall advice is to be a bit more patient and focus on what it is youre wanting to do and put that energy and enthusiasm to work - dont let it run wild without direction.

Aset, mother to those who have none, who’s orphanage overflows with love and care for every one of her beautiful children. She meets with Hera for coffee once a week.

Taweret, a midwife, who ensures mothers have the safest experience possible, who tirelessly cares for and watches over the newborns with a big, beautiful smile. None cry when she is there.

Bast and Anup, racing through the streets at night, feeding abandoned strays, giving them love, something to live for. Their no-kill shelter has the highest adoption rate in the world.

Wepwawet, opening the doors to new jobs, new love, new opportunities for all those down on their luck.

Hetheru, watching over young couples, protecting all from domestic violence, the doors to her women and children’ shelter are always open.

Sobek, Sekhmet, fighting illegal animal trade, poaching, and saving endangered habitats all over the world.

Wesir, eyes heavily lined with kohl, protects kids at their first raves, their first metal concerts. They have fun, and they are safe, and that’s all that matters to him. The kids love the old man with too many rings, because the sparkle in his eyes never goes out.

Heru-wer, a comedian who gives free shows at homeless shelters, and for returning veterans with PTSD. They can’t remember the last time they laughed so hard.

Heru-Sa-Aset, once a young warrior himself, graduated class president, served in the armed forces, and then returned as a young politician, eager to help his family with their various missions.

Geb, a grounded farmer, who’s booming laugh seems to make the sun shine brighter. All of his farm hands are criminals, looking to make a new, honest life for themselves. As they plough the land, new, fertile soil is turned in their hearts, and new life begins to grow.

Hapi, world’s first and foremost expert on hydrology and converting water currents into clean, sustainable energy. Oceans and rivers have never been cleaner under his watchful eyes.

Wenut, the swift, caring for tired old race horses and greyhounds. Her pastures are ever green, and the horses and dogs play all day, every day, as she watches with a smile.

Bast, Lady of the East, I give you praise!

You walk with me in the sunlight, You guide me through the shadows, And I am blessed.

Lady of Ointments, Lady of Perfumes, Lady of the Flame, I make offerings to you!

I light candles in your name, I offer sweet smelling incense to you, That you may be pleased with me.

Eye of Ra, Devourer, Avenger, Protector, Watch over me!

May I be protected from harm, and may I live in good health, and may my path provide abundance.

Lady of Cats, Lioness, Invisible Paw, I delight in your emissaries!

Unseen, they surround me, They walk beside me and guide my steps, They share my home and hearth.