Gods

Deity Deep Dives: Hades – Lord of the Underworld, Wealth, and Shadows

Often feared, rarely invoked, and widely misunderstood—Hades is far more than the grim god of death the myths make him out to be. In this Deity Deep Dive, we explore his origin, his controversial role in the Persephone myth, his many epithets (from Plouton to Dis), and the subtle legacy he left in Greek and Roman religion. Was he really a villain—or just the only god who never pretended to be something he wasn’t?

Whether you’re a devotee, curious seeker, or mythology nerd, this post explores the deeper layers of the unseen one—and invites discussion about what it really means to work with the Lord Below.

December 22, 2025

Deity Deep Dive: Helios – Lord of the Solar Flame

Before Apollo claimed the sun in golden songs, there was Helios—Titan-born, blazing truth, the ever-watching eye of day.
This post traces the path of the Sun-Charioteer across myth and sky: his radiant ride through heaven, his sacred herds and furious justice, the tragedy of Phaethon, and his overlooked echoes in modern magick.
We light a flame for the one who never forgets, who sees all, who rises again and again.
Helios is not just a god—he is illumination itself.

October 22, 2025

Deity Deep Dive: Yeshua: The True Story of Jesus

This post explores two contrasting versions of Jesus—canonical and Gnostic—through a personal, reflective lens. It delves into his pre-Earth identity, childhood miracles and mischief, selective teachings, and his death as either sacrifice or spiritual liberation. The canonical Yeshua offers salvation through faith; the Gnostic Yeshua urges self-knowledge and awakening. Ultimately, it invites readers to embrace the mystery and complexity of Yeshua’s story—and to find the version that resonates with their own spiritual journey.

May 14, 2025

Discovering Odin: A Deity Deep Dive

The post discusses the myths surrounding Odin All-Father from Norse mythology, clarifying common misconceptions, such as his relationship with Loki and his familial connections. It explores Odin’s quest for knowledge, his magical attributes, and his cultural impact today, emphasizing his dual role in wisdom and war, and inviting personal reflections.

April 23, 2025

Exploring the Fourth Face of the Goddess: The Child Aspect

While exploring Pagan themes through a book, I discovered the notion of a fourth divine aspect, the Child, adding to the conventional Triple God/Goddess framework. This aspect symbolizes youthful innocence and learning, suggesting divinity should also reflect childhood, enriching traditional depictions which typically portray deities as ageless entities.

May 20, 2024