#hephaestus offering

[fireandfennel]

My crippled hands make crippled art to honor my Crippled God and I am so grateful to be in the glow of His fire and glory

[fireandfennel]

Lord Hephaestus on his chariot

ID: a digital drawing of a brown skinned man with a thick curly beard, club feet, and muscular arms, covered in soot. He is wearing a golden tunic of sorts over one shoulder, covering his lap, and a golden cap. He is sitting on an active wheelchair, shining various colors of gold and bronze, glowing. Flames and smoke come out from the wheels and wrap behind the chair. The background of the photo is the disability pride flag, blurred. End ID.

[fireandfennel]

Join the Temple of Hephaestus

I created this space to honor Lord Hephaestus, where we can share our practices, learn, and build community. Open to all, not just devotees of Hephaestus!

I hope folks will join us here, I’d love to know more Hephaestus worshippers. Let me know if you have any questions or suggestions!

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Honoring Lord Hephaestus

[fireandfennel]

Erythema ab igne — Stained by Fire

My skin is a lattice of molted, splotchy, deep browns and purples and reds and pinks on my back. I developed several spinal abnormalities in the past year or so, and now spend 99% of my time bedridden laying on a hot pad to try to manage the pain. Fire stains come with a risk of cancers and other health issues. The skin all over my lower back will likely be like this forever.

The same markings are seen in blacksmiths from long term heat exposure.

When I worry about the health issues that could be caused by my scarred skin, I remind myself that Lord Hephaestus carries these same scars. I am not alone.

I choose to take it as a mark of His most gracious fire that lessens my pain. An honor to share in the image of His famed craftsmanship.

[fireandfennel]

Listening to some grunge I grew up on, tuning up my newer chair, and sitting with Lord Hephaestus tonight

[ID: the front caster area of a red tilite aero z wheelchair with orange flames is shown, the footplate, a water bottle holder, smartdrive control, and a back wheel are visible. The wheelchair is on a light brown carpeted floor. End ID.]