In some psychological & artistic disciplines, Apollonian & Dionysian are words used to describe opposite impulses- artistic, controlled, skillful, vs hedonistic, emotional & wild.
However, anyone who knows the details of Apollo & Dionysus’ history knows they are very intertwined. They share a reputation of youth & beauty, & Dionysus was said to take domain over Delphi, Apollo’s most holy site, during the winter months. Art & music are key elements of Dionysus’ worship, representing pleasure & luxury. They’re not even two sides of the same coin, they’re puzzle pieces fitting together side by side.
(っ◔◡◔)っ ♥ Offerings You Can Give To Lord Apollon ♥
Hii! SO I have had this in my drafts for a while so I decided to make a post for Lord Apollo as I have nothing better to do this evening. So I made a list of simple things you can do as an offering for Lord Apollo! These are things witches of all ages and stages can do! I hope this is helpful!
Creative Offerings
Sing to Him
Play musical instruments for Him
Hold dance parties in His honor
Write or read poetry for Him
Create art (drawing, painting, photography)
Compose or share music playlists dedicated to Him
Share your creative hobbies—anything made with love
Acts of Devotion
Try different types of divination
Pray to Him often (guidance, healing, inspiration, truth, prophecy)
Learn His myths, as well as the stories of His mother Leto, sister Artemis, and His lovers
Honor Leto and Artemis alongside Him
Study about Delphi and His temples
Spend time in the sunlight—walks, morning sunrises, or simply opening your curtains
Symbolic & Material Offerings
Real or artificial sunflowers and hyacinths
Chocolates with orange or lemon flavors
Laurel wreaths or imagery
Golden jewelry, or jewelry themed around the sun or arrows
Wolf and dolphin imagery or items
Swan and crow feathers (or feathers in general)
Candles in yellow, gold, or white
Sun-themed art and decorations
Food & Drink
Sun water
Milk
Olive oil
Herbal teas
Fruits (especially bright, sunny ones like oranges)
Cheeses and breads
Honey and coffee (a warm, energizing combination He seems to enjoy!)
Personal Offerings I’ve Given
These are just examples of what I’ve personally done and were well-received:
Painting sunflowers and hyacinths together
Reading and writing poetry dedicated to Him
Drawing art for him
Creating a Spotify playlist, including songs like “Apollo” by Momma and “HYACINTHUS” by Aidoneus together side by side
Buying a hyacinth flower (I'm ass at taking care of plants but I’m learning how to take better care of it)
Singing songs in his honor
Taking healing baths
Lighting incense
Practicing my tarot skills with him in mind
Bought a citrine ring and a bracelet stack (one broke, but I’m replacing the latch)
Learning more about his myths and the Temple of Delphi
Going on walks in the sun
Sharing coffee and honey together
He really likes my yellow and orange M&Ms…
Important Note:
Lord Apollo is part of the Greek Pantheon making him a Hellenic deity. Whenever you are about to offer a prayer or offering to him please make sure to cleanse yourself as Miasma. Miasma isn’t “sin” but rather ritual impurity or spiritual pollution that naturally builds up in daily life. Things like being sick, dealing with strong emotions, contact with death, or even just the general “uncleanliness” of everyday living can create miasma.
To honor a Hellenic God properly, it’s respectful to cleanse yourself first so you’re approaching them in a state of clarity and reverence.
Simple Ways to Cleanse Miasma
Wash your hands and face with soap and water before prayer or offerings.
Sprinkle yourself with khernips, which is water mixed with a bit of salt or a burning herb/leaf (like bay or rosemary) dipped into it.
Light incense and pass your hands through the smoke.
Take a shower or healing bath if you want a fuller reset.
I really hope this helps, if you have any questions feel free to shoot a message into my INBOX and I'll happily share more of my things with you guys!
To Lord Apollon, on the seventh day, I am devoted to you.
God of archery, music and dance, truth and prophecy, healing and diseases, knowledge, medicine and logic, the Sun and light, poetry and Leader of the Muses
I sang today a little, I wrote a little, and I thanked the sun. I awoke before sunrise and watched it rise and thanked it. I shall burn candles for you later, my lord, as well as an offering. There are too many things to worship about you, my lord.
I know that the PJO books are not super accurate and shit but I have to admit being a big fan of the books AND an Apollo devotee, reading this last part in TOA made me cry and I'm not embarrassed about it.
"However,
any time you take aim and prepare to fire your best shot, any time you seek to put your emotions into a song or poem, know that I am smiling on you. We are friends now.
Call on me. I will be there for you."
