#hel pol

image of Hekate as the chthonic sun, from a vision that came to me in ritual last month

Arete- the concept of excellence, virtue, and living to your fullest potential. It pleases the Gods as you being the best version of yourself makes a positive difference in the world.

Sophrosyne- moderation and self control. This goes against Hubris, so it's essential for a good relationship with the Gods

Hubris- arrogance, specifically towards the Gods.

Eusebia- piety. Propperly honoring the Gods, your ancestors, your family, and even yourself.

Kharis- the reciprocal relationship of grace and understanding between the Gods and mortals.

Xenia- the value that you should be a good host to guests in your home. Any traveller could be a God in disguise. This extends to you being a a good guest in other's homes, too. Abusing xenia is an offence against the Gods.

Hagneia- ritual and spiritual purity. It involves cleaning yourself physically as well as spiritually of miasma, especially before worship.

Miasma- the idea of spiritual pollution or contamination. It's what separates us from the divine. It can be collected from being around death, blood, childbirth, ect and is not a "sin" or anything so to speak, but rather a byproduct of living.

Khernips- traditional water used to wash the hands (and face) before worship to clean yourself of miasma.

and i've gotta be honest (i even told her this), besides one small point during the prayer (which was maybe more because of the contents of the prayer) i did feel pretty disconnected and almost doubtful (which i know is totally ok in helpol).

also just looking around for the past few days i've seen people with such a great love for the gods that i guess i just don't feel yet? is this normal when you're just starting out? like do you typically have to develop kharis before you start to feel more connected to them and feel their presence? how do you guys deal with doubt especially just starting out/starting to get back into helpol?

Happy Hekate’s Deipnon! Had a quick impromptu offering during my lunch break because a) it’s Hekate’s Deipnon and b) my dog, Ted, is sick. We have to take him to the vet tomorrow.

So Hail Hekate, Lamp-Bearer, Magic One, Guardian of the Canine! I ask for her blessing upon my poor sick dog, and offered her two eggs - one clean, one I used to pull the sick from my boy. As well as a cup of honey-sweet black coffee.

Was my offering received? 4 of Wands

Celebration and achievement, I’d say she quite liked it!

What is your blessing? 3 of Wands

Progress and transition - this could apply to Ted since that was my main prayer, hopefully it means he’ll start to feel better soon!

What is your charge? The Star