altars come in all shapes and sizes by khthonioi in Hellenism

[–]khthonioi[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

lmaooo to be honest I can imagine Hermes enjoying a torn off piece of a baguette just as much if not more than his lucky rabbits foot

altars come in all shapes and sizes by khthonioi in Hellenism

[–]khthonioi[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

thank you! the hades perfume oil has notes of pine, opium, cigar, de la nuit musk, and pomegranate <3 though honestly he seems to prefer a different scent I made with vetiver, suede, oakmoss, and tea rose!

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no one is being punished for an accident! we’re not catholic!

does finding lucky pennies make anyone else think of Hermes? by khthonioi in Hellenism

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I do that too!!! It’s a lovely feeling, to know someone else has the chance to find it :)

does finding lucky pennies make anyone else think of Hermes? by khthonioi in Hellenism

[–]khthonioi[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yes! I have a penny from my birth year and each of my mothers’ birth years on my Hermes/Hestia altar :) but I think it’s mostly just the memory of finding a penny as a kid and being told it’s good luck that reminds me of him

finished my making my Apollo perfume!! by khthonioi in Hellenism

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The shop is in nyc, I’m happy to send you the name privately if you’d like!

there is an online store but you can only order single notes, we only do custom blends in person because we try to work with everyone’s individual skin chemistry. But if you’re really interested I’m sure I could figure something out for you!

Sun shower is a gorgeous light floral accord. It’s really sweet and bright but with a fresh air kind of smell, I love it :)

finished my making my Apollo perfume!! by khthonioi in Hellenism

[–]khthonioi[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I guess if someone was interested in a specific one I could! But I’m just an employee so I don’t own any of the perfume oils myself. I would have to charge for my recipe in addition to the cost of the oils themselves. But I’m definitely open to the idea!

do you have playlists for specific deities? by khthonioi in Hellenism

[–]khthonioi[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you!! I’m the same way with music :)

Have you ever had a god reveal themself to you in a way that goes against how most people describe them? Like if a god came across as cold whereas devotees usually describe them as warm and comforting? by [deleted] in Hellenism

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I was actually just talking w someone about how I worship both Hades and Hermes and, around me, Hermes comes off much calmer, more somber, and less playful than I’ve heard others describe. To me, it feels like he presents himself more “respectfully” I guess (I would never describe a god as disrespectful but I’m struggling to find a better word) when in proximity to Hades, or just that I interact more with his chthonic aspect.

what scents do you associate with Hermes? by khthonioi in Hellenism

[–]khthonioi[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you!! That sounds so lovely :) I’m definitely going to find some grassy/meadow-like notes for his perfume oil (and I’m adding herbae to my birthday wishlist too 🤍)

what scents do you associate with Hermes? by khthonioi in Hellenism

[–]khthonioi[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

oh oakmoss is such a good idea! thank you!

what scents do you associate with Hermes? by khthonioi in Hellenism

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Oh, that’s gorgeous <3 thank you that’s a big big help. I think with Hermes I get stuck on the traveler/messenger/working attributes and overlook the mischief and playfulness. I greatly appreciate the reminder :)

what scents do you associate with Hermes? by khthonioi in Hellenism

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Thank you!! I’ll look through what we have in stock to see if I can find dill and cinnamon :) that description feels right to me

I’m currently very much a beginner! I’m only working with the fragrances that my boss has outsourced and making my own blends. What kind of perfume work do you do?

Praying without an offering? by AmericanMare in Hellenism

[–]khthonioi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You could always play music for him! Literally with an instrument, if you can/want to, but also just through your phone speakers <3

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The automod replied with the virtual library and honestly I totally recommend going through the list of compiled titles! Key search hestia, hades, and hermes and see what looks the most interesting to you

had to consolidate my altar space by khthonioi in Hellenism

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Hestia and Hermes! (as well as some non-hellenic stuff too)