I find it so beautiful and comforting that the Gods are literally everywhere. It makes mundane life feel magical.
Hestia is in the warmth of my morning cuppa and the aroma of our evening meals.
Apollon is in the sunrise and sunset (whether hidden by the clouds or not), and in the sudden rush of writing inspiration I get at the most inconvenient moments.
Dionysus is in the sweet glass of wine I share at the end of a long day and in the small comforts that make 'off' days manageable.
Even the Gods I'm not devoted to. I see them everywhere.
Zeus and Poseidon are in the smell of much-needed rain after a period of heat, and the spectacular storms that bring me so much joy.
Aphrodite is in the mirror when I look at my reflection and think - for once - maybe I don't look so bad.
Hera and Eros are in the gentle kisses and sleepily whispered 'I love you's' shared each day with my girlfriend...the constant thought that one day, this incredible woman will be my wife.
Athena is in the determination I feel when working on my postgrad assignments, and when I submit something I'm actually proud of.
Hypnos is in the refreshing feeling of a good night's sleep.
Artemis and Selene are in the glow of the moon when the skies go dark - the assurance that they are present even if they cannot be seen, for just like the sun, the moon always appears.
They're all there. A constant presence. A constant comfort. And they love me. They love us.
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The City Dionysia (known also as the Greater Dionysia) was one of two ancient annual Athenian festivals grouped together as The Dionysia, dedicated to Lord Dionysus. The City Dionysia was held during the 10th to 17th of Elaphebolion (which roughly coincides to late March to early April) for around 8 days. The festival celebrates and honors the origin of Dionysos Eleuthereus' (which meant "The Liberator") arrival to Athens and is heavily known and famed for the theatrical competitions of Greek tragedies.
HISTORY
Two main events were pillars to the City Dionysia, which usually split the festival days in half. These were the procession and dramatic competitions.
During the first day of City Dionysia, a grand procession (known as pompe) was held entering the city and marching to the Theatre of Dionysus in which phalloi were carried atop of poles alongside a wooden statue of Dionysos Eleuthereus. Other important offerings were also carried during this procession like baskets, long-loaf bread, jars of water, goatskin bags of wine, and many more offerings. These were later followed a day after by dithyrambic competitions. Music and poetry was also played out in the following days by flute players or celebrity poets. To end the first half, bulls were sacrificed and a feast was held. A second procession then occurred (known as the komos).
In the second half of the City Dionysia, theatre and plays were held, Selected playwrights would announce the titles of their plays, days ahead, and present a tetralogy of three Greek tragedies followed by a satyr play (much more lighthearted) to end the competition on a good note. These plays were performed live in front of an audience who judged them, five days of the festival were set aside just for this. Though less important in the City Dionysia compared to the Lenaia, comedic competitions were also held. On the last day of the festival, the winners were announced and the prize of a goat was given.
ORIGINS 🍆
According to myth, the festival was established after the bordering town of Eleutherae brought a cult statue of Dionysus to Athens. Athenians initially rejected this and so as punishment, a plague was brought about by Dionysus affecting male Athenians and their genitalia. A cure was found with the acceptance of the cult of Dionysus. As payment, Athenians must offer due honors to the god and hold a procession carrying a phallus in recognition of their failings.
RITUAL ACTS
• Take a walk at a local park or botanical garden (you can pretend like it's a procession!)
• Wine-drinking or drinking of any kind of fruity beverage
• Pouring libations for Lord Dionysus (wine, honeyed water, fruity beverages)
• Creating phallic symbols (by modeling clay, drawing, paper mache, or simply doodling)
• Mixing sweet wine (3 parts water to 2 parts wine)
• Watch a musical
• Read Greek tragedies or watch adaptations of Greek tragedies (here is a link to My Library with Greek tragedies and an adaptation of The Bacchae)
• Compare translations of Greek tragedies (Carson, Arrowsmith, or Wilson for e.g.)
• Write a play, a greek tragedy, or a dithyramb yourself
• Play the flute or any musical instrument
• Offer long-loafs, wine, and baskets
• Recite the Orphic or Homeric Hymns dedicated to Dionysus
(Orphic Hymns: #30, #45, #50)
(Homeric Hymns: #1, #7, #26)
Thank you again and have a Merry City Dionysia! Euoi! 🍆
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praise be lord dionysus androgynos, god of homosexuality and effeminacy, may he protect his queer children and adults alike! I am forever grateful, raise a glass to him and his wonder!
I start this by always saying that I have a forty-hour work week, and whether it is when I get home from the day or am exhausted on the weekends, I rarely have time to put in heavy work to worship my deities. This being said, no matter my energy levels, I do little things to remind myself (and my deities) how much I love them. Here are some subtle ways I worship Dionysus:
sing; I did musical theatre and voice lessons for years; there's no reason I shouldn't use my voice to honor the God of the theatre Himself!
listen to musicals; this is also in relation to the last one, but you may be able to take the kid out of the theatre, but not the theatre out of the kid
this may be a little out of the ordinary, but He is also considered the God of Madness, and in that vein, taking my meds (always remember to take your meds, it's good for your brain!)
going to therapy; I am so privileged and blessed to be working with an exceptional mental health care team, and I continue to work on myself for the betterment of myself and for the love of my deities
wearing what makes me happy; now, I work in an office building, so I don't really get to go full flair, but even just dressing in clothes that make me feel good and happy on my off days (or even "on" days) is in His honor
reveling in the pleasurable things in life, from my favorite juices (funnily enough, I don't drink alcohol because I can't stand the taste) to enjoying time with my partner or sitting and watching TV by myself, just enjoying the pleasurable things in life honors Him
being creative; writing, singing, dancing, drawing, and even doing things like posting on Tumblr; it's in His honor
to make this as sanitized as possible, being intimate with my partner
similarly to my matron, doing things that make me feel feminine; Dionysus is all about self-expression, and doing things like getting my nails or hair done, boosts my self-confidence too
