In Greek mythology, Hestia is the little known twelfth Olympian and is the goddess of the Hearth. Throughout the Greek and Roman era (where she was known as Vesta) Hestia played an important role in the daily lives of most people, being especially important when it came to worship within one’s own home. Hestia’s contribution […] Hestia There's so much in this blog post that I want to share a few chunks. This is the eighth in my Hestia series, and it seems like an appropriate point to share ... continue reading...
They Are Already Here
Let me direct your attention to this excellent post over on Sacred Blasphemies: On the Gods, Wherever I May Find Them. Read that, and then come back. It’s true, I think, we tend to focus a lot on getting messages from the gods, and worrying that we’re doing something wrong if we aren’t, or even […] They Are Already Here Once again, great post from Dver at A Forest Door. I love being introduced to new to me blogs as well: Sacred Blasphemies On The Gods, Wherever I May Find Them ... continue reading...
“Hestia”
Hestia is one of the Olympian god, she is eldest daughter of Chronus and Rhea and a sibling to Demeter, Hera, Hades, Poseidon and Zeus. She is widely known as the goddess of fire and heart in the Greek mythology. Personally, Hestia is my favorite Greek goddess. Why? In fact Hestia doesn’t have any involvement […] “Hestia” I found this clip resonated with me today. “This is the true joy in life, the being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one; the being thoroughly worn ... continue reading...
Iphigenia, Hestia, & the Muse of Painting
Paula Kuitenbrouwer writes three short narratives of three inspirational archetypical goddesses, Hestia, Iphigenia, and the Muse of Painting. Mythological stories become alive when we realize that they can reveal intimate truths about ourselves and others. The power of mythology is constantly renewed when we relate these stories to our lives. Iphigenia, Hestia, & the Muse of Painting "Last week, I went to Pythia. Perhaps you know her better as the Oracle of Delphi. Pythia, in all her ... continue reading...
Who was *is* the Greek Goddess Hestia?
https://www.thecollector.com/who-was-greek-goddess-hestia/ Hail Holy Hestia First and last amongst the original Mysterious Ones, Constant tenderer of the Sacred Flame in Olympus. Hail Hestia, of the Sacred Flame and Independent Heart You who declined to choose between Posidon and Apollo. Hail Hestia, Gracious Mentor, You who gave your throne to Dionysus. Hail Hestia, Loyal Sister to Hades The only two who do not rule from lofty Olympus. Hail Hestia, you whose name ... continue reading...
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