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Prayer to Aphrodite Aeria for courage and emotional strength to love freely
O Aphrodite Areia, mighty in love and war, Goddess who blurs the lines of battle and amour, I call upon your power, fierce and fair, To grant me courage in the face of despair.
In the arena of heart, where doubts assail, Bestow upon me strength that shall never fail. May the rose of valor bloom within my chest, And in the crucible of trials, may I find rest.
With your guidance, let my heart be bold, Not swayed by fear, nor seeking to withhold. Transform my trepidation into fearless might, As I navigate through shadows to reach the light.
In love's complex wars, where emotions sway, Lend me your fortitude to face the fray. Aphrodite Areia, in your sacred name, I seek the courage to love without shame.
Grace me with resilience, come what may, An unyielding force in both work and play. Through tempests of sorrow, through torrents of tears, May your presence soothe and calm my fears.
With the golden apple’s promise and the dove's gentle peace, Let my soul's armor be forged, my inner strength increase. For in your divine essence, both tender and fierce, I find the emotional vigor and the courage I beseech.
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something I don't often see pagans talking about is smelling random things that associate with ur deities even if that thing is nowhere near you. sometimes I'll smell the perfume I use for Aphrodite when I'm not wearing it, or the ocean, or the Pirates of the Caribbean ride water (iykyk), or the Soarin' smellitizers. I feel like Lady Aphrodite uses this olfactory skill the most but others stop by too in this way and it's always a nice lil reminder that my deities are always with me :)
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candles-by-mokosh · 10 months
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🌹💫 Embracing the Radiance of Aphrodite 💫🌹
✨✨ Calling all seekers of love, beauty, and passion! Today, let us embark on a captivating journey to connect with the enchanting energy of Aphrodite, the goddess of love and desire. Known for her alluring presence and profound wisdom, Aphrodite beckons us to explore the depths of our hearts, celebrate our sensuality, and radiate love in all its forms. 🌹💖
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💫✨ Who is Aphrodite? ✨💫
In Greek mythology, Aphrodite, also known as Venus in Roman mythology, is the embodiment of love, beauty, and desire. She emerges from the foaming waves, born of the sea's divine essence. Aphrodite's essence encompasses not only romantic love but also self-love, friendship, and the appreciation of beauty in all its expressions.
🌹💖 Invoking Aphrodite: A Ritual of Connection 💖🌹
1️⃣ Sacred Space: Find a serene and private space where you can connect with Aphrodite without distractions. Decorate your altar with symbols of love, such as roses, seashells, feathers, or images that inspire feelings of beauty and sensuality. 🐚
2️⃣ Invocation: Light a pink or red candle to represent Aphrodite's radiant energy. Close your eyes, take deep breaths, and visualize a soft pink light enveloping you, inviting Aphrodite's presence. Recite an invocation that resonates with your heart, inviting the goddess into your sacred space. 🕯
3️⃣ Offering of Beauty: Select an offering that symbolizes beauty and love. It could be a bouquet of fresh flowers, a piece of jewelry, or a love letter written from the depths of your heart. Place the offering on your altar as a gesture of devotion and openness to Aphrodite's guidance. 💐
4️⃣ Meditative Connection: Sit in stillness, grounding yourself through deep breaths. Envision a warm, golden light filling your being, embracing self-love and acceptance. As you connect with Aphrodite's energy, allow her loving essence to flow through you, nurturing your heart and awakening your sensual spirit. ❤️
5️⃣ Prayer and Intention: Express your heartfelt desires and intentions to Aphrodite. Speak your wishes for love, self-acceptance, and harmonious relationships. Open yourself to receiving her guidance and blessings, trusting in her wisdom to guide you on your journey of love and empowerment. 🪄
6️⃣ Gratitude and Farewell: Express gratitude to Aphrodite for her presence and guidance. Offer a final prayer or affirmation of gratitude, acknowledging her transformative influence in your life. Blow out the candle, symbolizing the end of the ritual while knowing that Aphrodite's love remains within you. 💌
🌹💖 Embracing Aphrodite's Lessons: Incorporating Love into Everyday Life 💖🌹
1️⃣ Self-Love Rituals: Engage in practices that cultivate self-love and self-care. Take soothing baths with rose petals, indulge in nurturing activities like journaling or creating art, and practice positive affirmations to remind yourself of your worthiness and inner beauty. 🛁
2️⃣ Beauty in Nature: Connect with Aphrodite's presence by immersing yourself in the natural world. Take walks by the ocean, bask in the warm glow of the sun, or stroll through fragrant gardens. Embrace the beauty around you and allow it to inspire a deeper appreciation for the world's wonders. 🌳
3️⃣ Cultivating Compassion: Extend Aphrodite's loving energy by practicing compassion and kindness towards others. Foster harmonious relationships, support friends and loved ones, and engage in acts of service that bring joy and love into the lives of others. 🪴
4️⃣ Embracing Sensuality: Honor your sensual nature and embrace your desires. Indulge in activities that awaken your senses, such as dancing, creating art, or exploring new culinary experiences. Engage in intimate connections, both with yourself and with others, guided by consent, respect, and the power of love. 🌙
5️⃣ Loving Connections: Nurture meaningful relationships in your life, both romantic and platonic. Prioritize open communication, vulnerability, and authentic connections that uplift and inspire. Remember that love exists in various forms, and each connection is an opportunity for growth and transformation. 🏠
🌹💫 Embrace the Love Within: Aphrodite's Blessing 💫🌹
As you journey alongside Aphrodite, allow her essence to guide you in embracing the beauty of love, both within yourself and in the world around you. Through her radiant energy, may you discover the transformative power of self-love, the joy of meaningful connections, and the strength to embrace your sensual spirit.
🌹💖🔥 Blessed be, dear souls, as you journey into the embrace of Aphrodite's love! 🔥💖🌹
Mokosh
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daily-spooky · 23 days
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deja-vu-esoterica · 2 months
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A photo of a candle being lit on our recent Aphrodite Altar for Valentine's Day
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themodernwitchsguide · 5 months
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altars for greek gods
this post includes hades, persephone, artemis, apollo, aphrodite, hermes, and hekate. for part 2 including zeus, hera, poseidon, hestia, hephaestus, dionysus, ares, demeter, and athena click here.
keep in mind that typical offerings to any god includes meat, wine, grain (specifically barley), honey, and incense (myrrh and frankincense would be period appropriate), but i'm listing some specific offerings that can be given if you'd like
colors can be used for candles, banners, decor, whatever you want
HADES
Colors: black, red, and white for association with death. purple and metallics for association with riches/wealth
Offerings: mint, asphodel, white poplar, pomegranate, coffee, cinnamon, elm, money, chocolate
Crystals: gemstones, black crystals (obsidian, black tourmaline, smokey quartz, etc.), pyrite, hematite, labradorite
Animals: black ram, owl, serpent, Cerberus
PERSEPHONE
Colors: purple, pink, yellow, green for association with springtime. black and metallics for association with Hades. white for purity.
Offerings: pomegranate, flowers, grains, asphodel, lavender, rosemary
Crystals: amethyst, gemstones, moss/tree agate, milk quartz, jade, lepidolite
Animals: deer, ram, bat, talking birds (including parrots)
APHRODITE
Colors: red and pink for love/sexuality. white and blue for association with the ocean. gold for association with, well, gold.
Offerings: roses, chocolate, shells, myrrh, gold
Crystals: rose quartz, pearl, emerald, opal, aquamarine, rhodonite, rhodochrosite, ocean jasper, morganite
Animals: swan, dove, hare
ARTEMIS
Colors: white, blue, black, and grey for association with the heavens. brown and green for association with nature/the hunt.
Offerings: moon shaped foods, frankincense, cypress, mugwort, amaranth
Crystals: morganite, moonstone, aventurine, selenite, celestite, moss/tree agate, amethyst, quartz (specific dendritic), labradorite
Animals: deer, wolf, wild boar
APOLLO
Colors: yellow, white, and blue for association with the heavens. red, orange, and pink for healing. purple and green for the Oracle
Offerings: sun shaped foods, bay leaves, laurel, cypress, playing music, poetry
Crystals: sunstone, amber, calcite (specifically honey and yellow), quartz (specifically rutilated or clear), rose quartz
Animals: cow, snake, hawk, crow/raven, cicada, swan
HERMES
Colors: green and gold for money/luck. white and brown for travels.
Offerings: money, crocus/saffron, strawberries
Crystals: jade, malachite, fluorite, pyrite, lapis lazuli, citrine, alexandrite
Animals: tortoise, ram
HEKATE
Colors: purple, blue, and green for magic. red and black for association with underworld
Offerings: garlic, saffron, crossroad dirt, black salt, ashes, sage, cedar, yew
Crystals: labradorite, obsidian, hematite, black tourmaline, amethyst, bloodstone, serpentine, lepidolite
Animals: wolf, boar, serpent, lion, horse, cow
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seafoamsister · 1 year
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┊ ➶ 。˚ "mighty aphrodite rising out of the sea foam" henry courtney selous (1803-1890)°
happy april 3, this is dedicated to aphrodite !! blessed be ♡
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wisdomofus · 4 months
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Our Lady Venus, Aphrodite
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bebx · 24 days
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calling the fact there isn’t a pomegranate emoji as of now a crime
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starsthewitch · 1 month
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I'm an Aphrodite devotee, of course I get tongue tied whenever I try to pray to her
I'm an Aphrodite devotee, of course I'm obsessed with sea life
I'm an Aphrodite devotee, of course I collect seashells whenever I go to the beach
I'm an Aphrodite devotee, of course I get the urge to put on makeup for no reason whatsoever
I'm an Aphrodite devotee, of course I used to be a pink hater and now am finally embracing it
I'm an Aphrodite devotee, of course I find swans gorgeous
I'm an Aphrodite devotee, of course I'm worshipping the goddess of love and sex even though I'm asexual
I'm an Aphrodite devotee, of course I love the smell of vanilla
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fanggrimoire · 9 months
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Small Aphrodite altar / pocket shrine inspiration 🐚🤍🪞💒
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I prayed to Aphrodite today and felt her presence in my life. I was praying quietly with my eyes closed and for a moment saw an image in my mind's eye of her sitting on a beach where the azure water was washing up towards her in the tide, coming up to her toes where she sat on the shore :)
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Aphrodite is there when you compliment a random stranger's outfit, or smile at someone in passing, or when greeting an animal that you may or may not know. love and beauty is shown in a variety of ways
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maxs-grimoire · 1 year
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Your deities love you.
Haven’t tidied their altars in forever? They understand.
Don’t have the motivation to give them offerings? They get it.
You haven’t left bed for a long time? They still care about you.
Aren’t devoting time to them lately? They don’t mind
Forgot an offering? That’s alright. They forgive you.
Fucked something up? They’re not going to ditch you for your mistakes.
Decide to take a break from deity work? Totally cool, they’ll still be here for you.
Your deities understand your struggles. Even your mental health related issues. They get it, and they love you regardless. Just do your best for them, and they’ll appreciate it. 
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daily-spooky · 1 month
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somewhere-on-venus · 2 months
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