#hestia deity

[homey-worshiper]

hestia's fire burns ice

[virgo-vestalis]

Hestia, first and last, sacred goddess of hearth and home

I call upon you to protect the domestic worker - those who do the thankless work of caring for children and cleaning homes. May they be honored and rewarded.

O Hestia protect the migrant - those who leave the familiarity of their own homes and loved ones in search of a better life to support their families. May they be honored and rewarded.

Eternal Hestia may you protect those so often overlooked by society - the dishwashers, cooks, landscapers, nannies, maids, construction workers, and all those whose toil is used to build and maintain homes and society without thanks. May they be honored and rewarded.

Painting is The New American Gothic by Criselda Vasquez

[khaire-traveler]

May the Keeper of the Flame, Goddess Hestia, keep all warm who will be hit by the incoming storm. May she protect us all from the bitter cold and keep us both safe and nurtured. May this storm pass quickly for those most affected. I hope everyone can stay warm. 🔥

[the-purvashadha]

When you step into sunlight, you honor Apollo. When you admire the moon, you honor Artemis. When you admire cloud shapes, you honor Hera. When you smell petrichor, you honor Zeus. When you laugh at a joke, you honor Hermes. When your body twitches to dance at a particularly upbeat music, you honor Dinoysus. When you enjoy the first bite of your breakfast, you honor Demeter. When you choose your peace over any conflict, you honor Athena. When you warm yourself up by sheltering yourself in blanket, you honor Hestia. When you listen to Ocean sounds, you honor Poseidon. When you smell flowers, you honor Persephone. When you admire the coolness of first day of Autumn, you honor Hades. When you wear your favourite jewellery, you honor Hephaestus. When you smile, you honor Aphrodite. When you exercise, you honor Ares. When you light a torch in a dark room, you honor Hekate.

Your body is a shrine to Gods, your being an act of devotion for them. You, by yourself, are enough for them.

[wrathful-warhound]

{Orphic hymn 84, to Hestia}

Queen Hestia,

daughter of mighty Kronos,

mistress of ever-burning fire,

you dwell in the centre of the house.

May you raise the holy initiates

in these sacred rites,

may you grant them unwithering youth,

wealth as well, prudence and purity.

Home of the blessed gods,

mens mighty buttress,

eternal, many-shaped,

beloved, grass-yellow,

smile, O blessed one,

kindly accept these offerings,

waft upon us prosperity,

breathe upon us gentle-handed health.

[kairosandkaos]

Lady Hestia

⋆˚꩜｡ The first and last. Goddess of the hearth, home, the sacrificial flame, and domestic life.

[rosesletters]

Devotional acts ideas: Lady Hestia edition

ঌ Taking care of your home

ঌ Baking or cooking, even better if it's with your family or partner

ঌ Spending some time in front of your fireplace, if you have one and if you don't you can just light a candle, and relax: reading a book, watching a movie, spending time with your pet, talking with your family...

ঌ Organising a sleepover with your friends

ঌ Eating food that comfort you if you're having a bad time or even just if you need some comfort: something that reminds you of your childhood is always a good idea

ঌ Cooking or baking in order to offer some to your loved ones and surprise them with something they like

ঌ Wearing comfort clothes

ঌ Drink a hot drink such as a hot chocolate, coffee, tea... genuinely just that drink that always bring you some comfort and warmth after a long day

ঌ Reading a book and relaxing a bit, taking some time for yourself

ঌ Donating clothes

ঌ Spending time with your family (doesn't matter if it's blood family or found family)

ঌ Taking a nap during the day if you feel like your body (and/or your mind) needs it

ঌ Cooking yourself your favourite meal after a long day

ঌ Dedicating your first and last bite to her

ঌ Getting out of bed in the morning, taking a shower, brushing your teeth... just taking care of yourself

ঌ Watching shows and movies that you like: your comfort show, a movie you used to watch as a kid and that brings a lot of nostalgia...

ঌ Learning crochet or knitting

ঌ Hugging your stuffed animal (even better if it's one you had since childhood)

ঌ Donating toys to children

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This list will be updated

Devotional acts can be a perfect way for you to honour the gods if you can't make offerings or if you have to practice in secret (of course you can still do it in addition to typical offerings). But always remember that they don't need to be anything big and sometimes just taking a shower, getting out of bed or eating can be a devotional act if your mental health is making it difficult for you to practice. And even if you don't have the energy to practice at all, always remember that the gods understand and love you nonetheless<3

[feather-flock]

And should you ever need to flee for your safety, I pray that Hermes swiftens your steps. . *₊ ° . ☆

That Ares lends you his sword. . *₊ ° . ☆

That Artemis lights your way in the night. . *₊ ° . ☆

That Hestia warms you in your new safe place. . *₊ ° . ☆

And that Zeus holds you as you cry and mourn the past. . *₊ ° . ☆