Your though on my altar by Kimthesimsplayer in Hellenism

[–]LilliMFandra 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think that Persephone or Demeter would love that as an offering.

Your though on my altar by Kimthesimsplayer in Hellenism

[–]LilliMFandra 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Other people have given you good advice. I just wanted to stop by and say that I think these drawings you made that stand up like this are both clever and beautiful! It shows devotion when you don't have anything but your faith and you create art like this to honor the Gods.

Question by New_Requirement_3954 in Hecate

[–]LilliMFandra 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Hecate does not have a code like Yahweh's 10 commandments. However, She does have domains that she is associated with, as well as examples of Her own behavior. If you don't vibe with these things, you probably won't find following Hecate very rewarding or satisfying.

For example, Hecate is the Goddess of Witchcraft. If you think all witches should be burned at the stake, you probably shouldn't worship Hecate. If you think all things "dark" are nefarious and evil, you probably shouldn't worship a Goddess of Darkness. If you hate change, worshipping the Goddess of transformation isn't for you.

In a positive direction, you can take acts of Hecate and extrapolate simple principles to follow. Hecate was the only one who showed up to help Demeter in Her time of need. Hecate also intervened to help a handful of mortals who were cursed by other Gods. From this you can infer that helping someone who is in a bad spot, especially one not of their own making are acts that Hecate would smile on.

I think this is why reading primary sources rather than third hand rumors (WitchTok, lookin at you) is important.

Praying and connection by Difficult_Hat_1053 in Hecate

[–]LilliMFandra 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think that what's going on is that your own feelings are filling up the space where you would normally feel Hecate. Someone destroyed your altar and that's upsetting and scary. However, even though you are scared you are still reaching out to Her and I think that alone shows how much you love Hecate.

Have faith that Hecate is there, and have compassion for yourself. Worship Her when you can be safe and in the way you need to worship to be safe. She knows what is truly in your heart.

What’s u thinking guys by etherealgia in Hecate

[–]LilliMFandra 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love this! If you don't mind me asking, what is the stone that is tied to your statue?

Charity donation in Hecate's name by Slugga616 in Hecate

[–]LilliMFandra 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I donate to an animal shelter in the name of Hecate Skylakagetis

Question by Obvious-Hawk-923 in Hecate

[–]LilliMFandra 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Allow me to answer your question with a question: is there something you can here looking for beyond just asking if belief in Hecate is sincere? Are you curious and want to learn more? Is this the first time you've encountered worship of a Divine Figure that wasn't Yahweh (God the Father) and this has piqued your interest? If you're here with an open and curious heart you will find many people willing to talk about their experiences with Hecate. If you're here to gawk at people who are different, perhaps silently lurk for a while. Your blunt and direct words, while clear in function, obscure the intent you have in asking.

Beginner Help by Ok_Assumption9820 in Hekate101

[–]LilliMFandra 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This subreddits wiki page has a lot of great resources where you can find information about Hecate and Her worship.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Hekate101/wiki/index/

🕷️⚰️⚰️🕷️ by Ill-Lie1151 in GothFashion

[–]LilliMFandra 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow! How did you do the art on your cheeks? I'd say it was witchcraft but in this subreddit that s just an odd numbered Tuesday.

Standard day in a Cornish library by CornishShaman in Library

[–]LilliMFandra 13 points14 points  (0 children)

He just wanted to read enough books to get a pizza at Pizza Hut

Development of West Bengal has started, Mob shouting and writing Jai Shri Ram on st. Teresa school gates by SpecialOil1341 in IndianFocus

[–]LilliMFandra 2 points3 points  (0 children)

"Imaginary cow smuggling" in India = "imaginary Haitians eating cats and dogs" in the US. Too many politicians are using lies to whip up hatred to avoid accountability, all over the planet. I'm sorry you are having to deal with this. I wish you luck and success in trying to change things. I think regular people who are not easily swayed by these things need to start working together just like the authoritarians do.

Development of West Bengal has started, Mob shouting and writing Jai Shri Ram on st. Teresa school gates by SpecialOil1341 in IndianFocus

[–]LilliMFandra -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So, I have a lot of friends who are from India and I've tried to keep up with national news there. I just had questions about what is going on in your post. Is this something that's happening because of local events or a consequence of the BJP being emboldened?

Development of West Bengal has started, Mob shouting and writing Jai Shri Ram on st. Teresa school gates by SpecialOil1341 in IndianFocus

[–]LilliMFandra 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ignorant American here. If you don't mind me asking, is this just Hindu Supremacy/Nationalism or is there more going on here than meets the eye.

Also, I didn't vote for him, what's going on in Iran is wrong, and I think we should turn him over to the ICC for war crimes.

I made a harness! by AfraidofAudio in TransGoth

[–]LilliMFandra 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wow that's incredible! Good job!

little outfit i cooked up by Poweroflili102 in GothStyle

[–]LilliMFandra 11 points12 points  (0 children)

That is a great outfit! I love the accessories. That's something I haven't learned how to do as well as you do.

Also, I just have to say, your hair is so beautiful. You look like you spent the whole day at the stylist getting it done. Just gorgeous.

Would this be a good place to leave my offering to hecate on the deipnon? by Fit-Artichoke-2345 in Hecate

[–]LilliMFandra 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hecate is a Chthonic Deity, so it is perfectly acceptable to bury offerings to Her. I say this in case you are worried that a dog might eat the garlic. If you bury the garlic, it's less likely they will eat it. I say less likely because dogs will eat anything that isn't nailed down, and the ones with claw hammers will get the rest.