Epithets: Anassa eneroi (queen of those below), Aidonaia (lady of the Underworld), Amibousa (she who changes), Atalus (tender, delicate), Borborophorba (she who feeds on filth), Brimo (angry, terrifying), Despoina (mistress), Eileithyia (of childbirth), Enodia (of the roads), Epaine (dread), Euplokamos (bright-tressed), Khthonia (of the Underworld), Kleidouchos (keeper of the keys), Kourotrophos (protector of children), Krokopelos (saffron-robed), Liparokredemnos (bright-coiffed), Nycteria (nocturnal; of the night), Nyctipolos (night-wandering), Perseis (destroyer/ daughter of Perses), Phosphoros (light bearer), Propolos (guide), Propylaia (the one before the gate), Scylacagetis (leader of dogs), Soteira (savior), Trikephalos (three-headed/of the crossroads), Trimorphos (three-formed), Trioditis (of the three ways), Trivia (of the three ways).
Domains: Witchcraft, magic, necromancy, ghosts, nightmares, death, initiation, the crossroads, gateways, passage between worlds, and the night.
Appearance: [My UPG] A tall (over 6’) woman, neither young nor old, with waist-length black hair, pale skin, prominent cheekbones, a heavy jaw, and intense green eyes. She is usually dressed in black folds molded into a simple dress or robes. She has a severe expression and an intimidating presence. She speaks with a low voice.
Sacred Days and Festivals: Eleusinia (22 Metageitnion). Nemoralia (August 13th-15th). Deipnon, last day of each (lunar) month.
Hekate Enodia, Trivia, lovely dame,
Of earthly, watery, and celestial frame,
Sepulchral, in a saffron veil arrayed,
Pleased with dark ghosts that wander through the shade;
Daughter of Perses, solitary goddess, hail!
The world’s key-bearer, never doomed to fail;
In stags rejoicing, huntress, nightly seen,
And drawn by bulls, unconquerable, monstrous queen;
Leader, Nymphe, nurse, on mountains wandering,
Hear the suppliants who with holy rites thy power revere,
And to the herdsman with a favoring mind draw near.
Hecate’s Hymn to Herself
I come, a virgin of varied forms,
wandering through the heavens, bull-faced,
three-headed, ruthless, with golden arrows;
chaste Phoebe bringing light to mortals, Eileithyia;
bearing the three synthemata [sacred signs] of a triple nature.
In the Aether I appear in fiery forms
and in the air I sit in a silver chariot,
Earth reins in my black brood of puppies.
(From Porphyry’s lost commentary on the Chaldean Oracles, preserved by Eusebius of Caesaria in Praeparatio Evangelica. According to Porphyry, this hymn was composed by Hecate herself.)
Magical Invocation to Hecate
Approach, you of the netherworld, of earth, of heaven, Bombo!
You by the wayside, at the crossroads, light-bearer, night-wanderer,
Enemy of light, friend and companion of night,
Rejoicing in the howl of dogs and in crimson gore,
Lurking among the corpses and the tombs of lifeless dust,
Lusting for blood, bringing terror to mortals,
Grim one, Ogress [Mormo], Moon – you of many forms,
May you come gracious to our sacrificial rites!
(Preserved in Refutation to All Heresies by Hippolytus)
Invocation to Hecate from PGM IV 2708-84
Come, giant Hecate, Dione’s guard,
O Persia [daughter of Perses], Baubo Phroune, dart-shooter,
Unconquered Lydian, the one untamed,
Sired nobly, torch-bearing, guide, who bends down
Proud necks, Kore, hear, you who’ve parted / gates
Of steel unbreakable. O Artemis,
Who, too, were once protectress, mighty one,
Mistress, who burst forth from the earth, dog-leader,
All-tamer, crossroad goddess, triple-headed,
Bringer of light, august / virgin, I call you
Fawn-slayer, crafty, O infernal one,
And many-formed. Come, Hekate, goddess
Of three ways, who with your fire-breathing phantoms
Have been allotted dreaded roads and harsh /
Enchantments, Hekate I call you
[…]
O Hekate of many names,
O Virgin, Kore, Goddess, come, I ask,
O guard and shelter of the threshing floor
Persephone, O triple-headed goddess,
Who walk on fire, cow-eyed BOUORPHORBE
PANPHORBA PHORBARA AKITOPHI
ERESHKIGAL / NEBOUTOSOUALETH
Beside the doors, PYPYLEDEDEZO
And gate-breaker; Come Hekate, of firey
Counsel, I call you to my sacred chants.
i sing of demeter, dark-haired, dark-eyed, she of the earth, bountiful in her riches! you give us warm bread on our tables, the all-provider, you give us black earth under our feet. your name is heard amongst the many grasses, your hand is felt in every hearty meal. and how you give, o beautiful mistress, is rivaled only by how you take. beware, beware the wrathful goddess! beware of her, you — murderer, violator, abuser, colonizer! tremble, you who pollutes, you who conquers, you who betrays trust! the great mother has many teeth as well as she has many claws, and all of them are as swift as a swallow, and all of them are sharp like that of a beast. all glory to demeter furious, justice bringer; may your hand have its grasping presence upon each and every of lying throats.
Not enough variations focus on the story of Demeter and Perseophone as one of loss. When everything dies around grief and how pomegranates resemble blood. How she died because a man loved her too much. No god can justify that to a mother
Known as the five classical elements, they represent different aspects of nature and the universe. Each element has its own unique energy and symbolism, and understanding these can help you harness their power in your own spiritual practice. The Five Elements are Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit. Each of these elements is associated with a specific direction, season, and energy. The elements are also connected to the four cardinal points of the compass. You may find that certain elements resonate with you more than others.
Earth:
The Earth element is associated with stability, grounding, and abundance. In spell work, you can use the Earth element to manifest material wealth, stability, physical body, and the natural world. The Earth element is often represented by rocks, crystals, and gemstones, as well as plants and animals. It is said to be the element that helps us connect with the physical world and our primal instincts. To work with the Earth element, you might choose to spend time in nature, meditate with crystals, or create an altar with natural materials. Some correspondences for the Earth element in spell work include:
Crystals: Green adventurine, moss agate, and jade.
Herbs: Dandelion, patchouli, and rosemary.
Colours: Brown and green
Astrology: Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn
Tarot: Pentacles
Air:
The Air element is associated with communication, transformation, intellectualism and creativity. It is associated with the mind, thought processes, and the realm of ideas. The Air element is often represented by birds, feathers, and incense smoke. It is said to be the element that helps us connect with our higher selves and the spiritual realm. To work with the Air element, you might practice visualization, journaling, or perform a ritual with incense or feathers. Some correspondences for the Air element in spell work include:
Crystals: Clear quartz, blue lace agate, and Citrine
Herbs: Lavender, peppermint, and sage
Colours: Yellow and white
Astrology: Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius
Tarot: Swords
Fire:
The Fire element is associated with passion, action, and transformation. It is associated with energy, vitality, and courage. In spell work, you can use the Fire element to manifest passion, creativity, and transformation. The Fire element is often represented by candles, bonfires, and lightning. It is said to be the element that helps us connect with our inner power and the power of the universe. To work with the Fire element, you might light candles, perform a bonfire ceremony, or practice energy work. Some correspondences for the Fire element in spell work include:
Crystals: Carnelian, ruby, and sunstone
Herbs: Cinnamon, ginger, and yarrow
Colours: Red and orange
Astrology: Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius
Tarot: Wands
Spirit:
The Spirit element is associated with transcendence, the unknown, connection, and the divine. In spell work, you can use the Spirit element to promote spiritual connection, meditation, and transcendence. The Spirit element is often represented by prayer, meditation, and the void. It is said to be the element that helps us connect with the divine source of all creation. To work with the Spirit element, you might practice meditation, prayer, or engage in a spiritual practice that resonates with your beliefs. Some correspondences for the Spirit element in spell work include:
Crystals: Quartz, selenite, and amethyst
Herbs: Frankincense, myrrh, and sage
Colours: White and gold
Astrology: N /A
Tarot: N/A
Water:
Water is the element of emotions, intuition, and healing. It is associated with the flow of life, the subconscious mind, and the cycles of nature. The Water element is often represented by oceans, rivers, and rain. It is said to be the element that helps us connect with our deepest feelings and the energy of the universe. To work with the Water element, you might take a ritual bath, work with divination tools, or spend time near a body of water. Some correspondences for the Water element in spell work include:
Favorite/Lesser known/Lesser focused on Athene (Athena) epithets.
Athene Aithyia - Seabird (the grey puffin or shearwater, also known as the sea-crow).
Athene Alalkomenêis: - Defender/Parrier
Athene Amaria - Bright Sky
Athene Anemôtis - Of the Winds/Subduer of Winds
Athene Atrutônê - Tireless
Athene Boulaia - Reasoner
Athene Ergatis - Craftsman
Athene Glaukopis - Owl-eyed, clear-eyed, bright-eyed, large-eyed with a sparkling look, or with the flashing eyes. Her eyes are bright like an owl's in the night (at the very least) or have an uncanny look to an owl's eyes, giving her this title.
Athene Hephaestia - Of Hephaistos. The master of crafts like sculpting, woodwork, and metal work also shared by Hephaistos
Athene Homolôis - The Constant/Concord
Athene Kalliergos - Fine-worker
Athene Keleutheia - Of the Roads
Athene Narkaia - The Petrifying One/One with the Petrifying Gaze
Athene Nauta - Shipbuilder. Aside from the myth of creating the first ship, it is also used for navigation and protection by the goddess while sailing
Athene Pandrosos - All-Doer
Athene Phemia - Of Verbal Omens
Athene Proxima - Goddess of nearness (as Walter F. Otto translates it, the one who is always near her followers, in contrast with the distance of Apollo). She is always standing by her followers and worshippers.
Athene Phronesis - Creator of Morally Responsible Reasoning
Athene Polymetis - Wise in Many Ways
Athene Ophthalmitidos - Of the Eyes. As someone that is legally blind and with still worsening vision, it's important to me as she is a goddess that gives understanding and other gifts (other ways of seeing) in regards to it.
Athene Salpingks - Trumpeter/Of the War Trumpet
Athene Tritogeneia - Water-Born/Born From The Water. Indicating her many associations with water as a whole whether that be fresh water or salt water, and goes in the direction of her father being Poseidon over Zeus
Since Apollo Noumenios is “he of the new moon” and was honored on the new moon in antiquity and Artemis is the goddess of the moon, worshipers and witches alike can incorporate the twins in any moon phase ritual! Start with Apollo on the new moon 🌑 and end with Artemis on the full moon! 🌕
Hestia Aidios, Eternal Lady of the hearth,
Hear this prayer and grant it warmly.
Eldest of the Kronides,
The first and last,
The heart of every home and every state;
Hestia Aidios, you who is always there,
Be here now.
I pray before your everlasting comfort,
Your undying flame of love.
Eternal Queen, I pray for you to be ever present
To those who need you most.
May you always be found,
Even when place is unfamiliar,
Let us find solace in you, beloved Queen.
May those who have more of a family
Outside the walls of their abode,
Find peace in knowing that even then
They are safe,
They are with family,
They are with you.
O lovely eternal Lady of the home, Hestia,
Come before me and hear this prayer.
If ever I have done you well, grant my words life.
Hestia Aidios, may your name always be present in our life
And always be in our hearts.
Xaire.
