15 Days of Deity Worship Challenge
Hey! Here’s a list of prompts for 15 days of worship for when you want to grow closer with a Deity! This is a sort of “Deity work boot camp” or “trial run” of being a devotee. That being said, in my view, Deity relationships tend to be a longer-term thing, so if you don’t know where to start, I think this list is a pretty good way of dipping your toes into the divine waters.
Obligatory disclaimer to respect closed practices and cultures. This really shouldn’t need to be said, but don’t take from a vulnerable minority if you yourself are not part of that minority. There are a variety of lists of closed Deities available here on Tumblr, so check one of those out if you’re unsure.
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Day 1: Introduce yourself to your Deity, or if you’ve already been introduced, reaffirm your relationship with Them and why you work together
Day 2: Do a form of divination for some guidance from Them
Day 3: Offer a sacrifice (It doesn’t have to be “fancy,” it can be clean water, orange juice, honey, a meal, a small trinket, or an action; sky’s the limit!)
Day 4: Make a grimoire/BoS page/tumblr post about Them (taking care to be accurate and thorough with your sources, of course)
Day 5: Pick an epithet of Theirs and write a reflection on it
Day 6: Offer a sacrifice again
Day 7: Meditate with Them for at least 5 minutes, not seeking anything, just being in Their presence. If you can’t meditate, just spend some time musing about Them if possible
Day 8: Create art or a moodboard of Them
Day 9: Offer another sacrifice
Day 10: Do another divination session for guidance with Them
Day 11: Research Their symbols and if possible incorporate some into your style (jewelry, accessories, clothing, scents, etc.)
Day 12: Sacrifice day again!
Day 13: Journal about your experiences with the Deity so far
Day 14: Try your hand at writing a prayer/hymn to Them! If you’re musically inclined, even better!
Day 15: Set up an altar/shrine for Them if you feel you would like to continue this relationship; if not, politely talk to the Deity and thank Them for Their time and your experiences
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I’d love to see what everyone’s up to! Use the tag #candordeitychallenge for your posts if you want!
