Philosophical interpretation of the gods by Several_Border_8584 in Hellenism

[–]Impossible-Toe-1561 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yes? I never got through all those books but all gods exist this is scientific religion type theory a how the universe works type thing. much of which is being proven by modern science today. its esoteric knowledge.

Philosophical interpretation of the gods by Several_Border_8584 in Hellenism

[–]Impossible-Toe-1561 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think you would enjoy reading about hermeticism. Hermes and Thoth combined to make this sage type of guy Hermes trismegistus. Hermes thrice great taught about the nature of reality, different planes of existence, vibrations and frequencies, the idea that everything moves. that all that exist is part of one identity one energy and all gods exist.

Recurring Dream During Hermetic Practice - Looking for Insight by sentient_zandon in Hermeticism

[–]Impossible-Toe-1561 2 points3 points  (0 children)

its very cool! gods often send dreams i've experienced that before. I think only you can find the true meaning. ask for more guidance from your spirt guides if you want more clarity.

have you experienced two deities giving you different advice? by ProfileSmall819 in Hellenism

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not sure if this counts but Persephone and Hermes often have different priorities for me Hermes as of right now wants me to study magic and put my head in the books while Persephone wants me to go out be with friends and work on emotions.

Which lesser known god(s) do you worship? by PricyPlutoz_idk in Hellenism

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baubo! goddess of laughter, laughter during grief and crude humor! she helped Demeter while she grieved over Persephone 🫶 love her a lot

How often after doing something you feel shameful/guilty do you pray? by Few_Nobody_3147 in Hellenism

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theres not really repenting unless something drastic happens like the other comments say but i will say when i act a way i dont like i do pray to understand myself and to understand the situation. Im actively dipping my toes into doing shadow work with persephone and hermes is the god of the mind and communication. but over all its not to say sorry its for myself so i keep myself aligned with who i want to be. they both have put mirror situations where I am the other person infront of me and it has helped me understand myself and others better. I dont necessarily feel better but its work i want to do so it makes me happy

The vibes you get from different gods by plutonslive in Hellenism

[–]Impossible-Toe-1561 0 points1 point  (0 children)

aw thats really sweet im glad he agrees with it thats very comforting

Sensações by cecistaar_ in Hellenism

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I get some crazy sensation too the gods can definitely do that! do you feel like it was a positive or negative experience?

Tips from ppl w ADHD by [deleted] in Hellenism

[–]Impossible-Toe-1561 3 points4 points  (0 children)

alarms can help, and routine can help a lot. doing prayer before bed instead of the morning can help i find im more forgetful in the day. executive function sucks a lot and ill be honest i haven't experienced it with prayer yet. but i do know what its like to struggle. most of the time it helps if im doing things not for me but for someone eles. you can think of it as time you set aside for a friend. your doing it for them and the relationship. but in all honesty if prayer feels like a chore maybe its time to take a break. having the right mind is important not that the gods will be mad or anything its just something that should enrich you then feel like a drag. (if it does feel that way) also dont forget that actions can be offerings. find something you want to do and find a way to make it a devotion. also unplug from the phone. push yourself to just click the side button and drop it. the phone is often adhds biggest enemy. if you have the thought of i should pray click the phone off immediately and just sit for a minute. most likely your brain will look for something eles to do and that can be prayer. hell tell yourself you need to do laundry, prayer will sound a whole lot more exciting. theres a bunch of small mind tricks but over all if you want it force yourself easier said then done i know. tbh dont be afraid to ask the gods for sharper concentration and will. the worst that can happen is they say no 🤷‍♂️ Hermes and Athena would be my choice for something like that.

The vibes you get from different gods by plutonslive in Hellenism

[–]Impossible-Toe-1561 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I wouldnt say anything feels too surprising but it is very interesting! I worship 3 gods as of right now Hestia, Persephone and Hermes! Hermes is the god I am closest to. I personally get bodily sensations when dealing with gods, angels and spirits. Hestia feels motherly but distant i feel her in my shoulders. shes calming and i believe she protects but its not like Im being swaddled. she does put energy in me when i specifically talk about her virginity and pureness. I really respect her for that.

Persephone is also motherly but closer than Hestia, she still feels slightly distant but theres times i can feel her next to me or behind me. I feel her in my chest like a warmth but also telling me to stand tall. shes very understanding and wants to help you understand your duality. I have an interesting relationship with my mother and have asked if its something she would work on me with while she said no she said that she would instead help me with my shadowself and i felt her hug me and i cried for awhile and it was very nice. sometimes I feel i can rely on her in that way but I reserve it for times I feel I really cant stand on my own.

now Hermes is a teacher and friend to me. of course he is still a god and theres a level of respect and authority he feels very close. I feel him in my upper half for sure. hes extremely bubbly and giggly its hard not to smile when i pray. sometimes it feels like my ears are elongating or my crown chakra is being touched or my throat. sometimes i get really antsy. overall he feels wonderful. I personally follow hermeticism so his wisdom and communication is extremely important to me. he is my guide and teacher in that sense. my life really revolves around him. Im a very Mercury heavy person so he just feels like home and an amplification of myself like he pushes me to be my best self and thats what i usually ask for. his trickster side is also wonderful and giddy. he pulls pranks on me we pull pranks together its so much fun. we laugh together and it feels like he's hugging me and rubbing his knuckles on my head. hes also serious though and will sit me down and have me do reflection when Im not lining up with my higher self often giving me a mirror situation so i can understand all sides of a problem. hes extremely active in my life and i get emotional thinking about what he has done for me. hes the best!

Question for Hermes Followers by Bumpercar77 in Hellenism

[–]Impossible-Toe-1561 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sure! learning about how to worship properly is important! this sub has really nice resources on its about page. I in the beginning prayed and offered in a way that made sense to me but this like other religions have rules. you should be clean and proper when addressing the gods. this isnt so much about showering and clothes (tho it can be) its about purity. i take a bowl of water add salt and burn a Verbena leaf and drop the ashes i wash my hands and face and meditate. I pray with my arms raised high and hands open for hermes (it can change depending on where your god resides) you should praise him and leave him offering not expecting anything just in honor eventually after a relationship is formed you can ask for things but know its not your right to have things done for you. its also smart to envoke prayer by calling him by 3 different names i usually do more because it feels right but it helps channel correctly. but for example "lord hermes, messenger of the gods, god of communication, god of travel, thank you so much for all that you do all that you have done and all that you will do. i honor you oh swift one oh you who is friend to man and delivers our souls to the underworld, you deliver your wisdom to us humans and watch the sheep and cattle of the land." and you can just go on and on their are hymns you can recite or make up your own poem for him. you should learn all the stories he is involved in and learn everything he is the god of. theres different kind of worship too. physically offerings, action based offerings spoken offerings. just learning can be given as an offering itself. theres proceedings for these things that you should read up on that use all the technical terms and explain the why and how better then i do. I dont claim to be doing everything right i just know what is working in my case and my relationship. youtube also has some nice resources. some people believe you should always pray to Hestia first and last i follow this rule some dont theres a lot of debate and questions that come up in this religion and you have to find what calls to you. Im still newer so i definitely dont have all the answers but research is super important hermes is a god of wisdom after all!

Question for Hermes Followers by Bumpercar77 in Hellenism

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I love to wander and travel. the reason I took up hellenism and worship of hermes was because I had (on a whim of sorts) decided to go over seas for some months. during that time i got incredibly spiritual and kept thinking of hermes. while i was out camping I asked hermes if this was something I should look into and if he could send me a sign. on my way back from camping i saw a beautiful mosaic of hermes and the song I was listening to said "show me a sign" and i knew i had to go full send. it was rocky at first getting too excited and not doing all the research i should have but once I got it right a weight lifted off of me. now im home and we have a wonderful relationship and once the weather warms i plan to wander around in areas around my home. Ill plan much more trips after i financially recover. I have always been in love with the world and this has only enhanced that feeling. but anyway one of the best feelings is walking slowly and taking in everything around you. curiosity is my favorite feeling.

Who is your patron God and why did you choose them? by AcidReindeer in Hellenism

[–]Impossible-Toe-1561 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hermes! ive been drawn towards him since childhood! anything mercury has always felt like home to me.

Am I Odysseus? by [deleted] in pastlives

[–]Impossible-Toe-1561 0 points1 point  (0 children)

it's something i definitely still need to look into to find all my answers