#eleos deity

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Epithets of Sister Eleos

ღ Ἀνιερά, Anierá — unbending, relenting

ღ Φιλάνθρωπος, Philánthrōpos — lover of humanity

ღ Λυσιμέριμνος, Lysimérimnos — releaser of cares

ღ Πραΰς, Prays — gentle, mild

ღ Σωτήριος, Sōtḗrios — saving

ღ Παραμυθία, Paramythía — comforter

ღ Εὐμενής, Euménēs — well-disposed

ღ Ἀγανόφρων, Aganóphrōn — gentle-minded

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Among all the gods this is the most useful to human life in all its vicissitudes

Pausanias (i. 17. § 1)

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About Eleos, Goddess of Compassion

Lady Eleos is a Hellenic Deity, and is the daughter of Nyx and Erebus. She is the Goddess, and personfied spirit (Daimon), of Compassion, Pity, Mercy, and Clemency. Her Roman counterpart is Clementia. Eleos held a temple in Athens and, according to Pausanias, "The Athenians are the only ones among the Hellenes that worship this divine being, and among all the gods this is the most useful to human life in all its vicissitudes."

You can learn more about Eleos at Theoi.com - As for worship of Eleos, very little is known. Here is an already written prayer for her if you'd like to use it. You can always construct your own prayers too. Here are some offerings ideas

Do acts of kindness for others

Donate to those in need

Practice self-care and self-compassion

Work on a gratitude journal

Herbal teas

Berries and berry cookies or tarts

Baked goods like sugar cookies

Bread

Honey

Water

Wine if you're of age

Make art for her

Write a poem And as a Bonus UPG I associate lady Eleos with Opalite, Milky Quartz, Aventurine, Daises, Butterflies, Poetry, Raspberries, and other flowers that could reference compassion like Peonies, Lilies, Orchids, Hydrangeas, and even Roses! She has a very gentle, warm, and welcoming energy.

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Greek Gods 101: Eleos

Eleos is a Daimona of mercy, pity, and compassion. Excluding the universal offerings, some common offerings include:

Depictions of Doves

Depictions of Olive Trees/Branches/Etc.

Feathers

Relaxing Herbs

Veils

Coins

Gifts

Items You’ve Found

Depictions of Blessings (Money, High Marks, Work Benefits, Etc.)

For devotional acts, some activities that can be done for her include:

Cutting Your Hair

Undressing

Being Kind

Showing Mercy Towards People

Helping People

Asking for Assistance

Donating to People in Need

She is not celebrated in any Athenian holidays.

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I would LOVE a prayer to Eleos

Of course! I actually hadn't heard of Eleos before, but I'm glad I was able to find out about Her, She's probably one of the most important Gods when it comes to human interactions (and divine interactions too, sometimes)!

Most gentle Eleos, Goddess who is pure mercy, Whose kindness protects the weakest of humans, Whose presence soothes the strongest of Gods, Be ever at my side, I pray. Weave Your way into my life, Let enemies have compassion, Let difficulties be softened, And may I ever spread Your ways where I wander.

[Popping this in at the end as a reminder that my (free!) Lenaia prayer commissions are still up!]

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O, Most Holy Sister Eleos. You, whose heart burns brighter than the sun and whose mercy knows no bounds, look upon us, comfort our minds and soften hearts so we could be like you in our compassion.

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"Eleos of all divinities the most useful in the life of humans and in the vicissitudes of fortune."

— Pausanias, Description of Greece 1. 17. 1

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Offerings and devotional acts

What can you do and offer for Sister Eleos and to nurture your own mercy.

Offerings: ღ Anything related to the olive branch ღ Anything with peace symbols ღ Myrtus ღ White flowers ღ White ribbons ღ Lighted candles

Devotional acts: ღ Donations to local organizations ღ Volunteering for the hungry and homeless ღ Pray for your loved ones ღ Don't answer evil with evil ღ Comfort those in need ღ Helping stray animals ღ Be friendly and understanding