What is Hellenic Polytheism?
It's more than just myths and legends...
Simply put, Hellenic Polytheism, also known as Greek Paganism, is the worship of the ancient Greek Pantheon on Gods. It is a religion consisting of devotion, worship, ritual and reverence for these deities, with many believing they receive comfort, guidance and a sense of understanding of the world around them.
Hellenic (hɛˈlɛnɪk) meaning greek, and Polytheism, meaning the worship of multiple deities, differing from monotheistic religions such as Christianity and Islam, worshiping a single God only. One of the worlds oldest religions, dating back thousands of years, it has faded from living memory and become legend.
Zeus
King of the Gods, Son of the Titan Kronos, God of Lighting, Thunder and the sky, ruling his domain from Mount Olympus, often wielding a bolt of lightning.
Poseidon
Brother of Zeus and Hades, God of the Sea and all that live within within, and of storms and horses, wielding his famous trident.
Hades
Brother of Zeus and Poseidon, God of the Underworld and the dead, but not of death itself. He is the decider of your fate once you pass into his realm.
Apollo
Son of Zeus and Leto, God of the light, music, poetry, healing and many more, often wielding a lute or bow and associated with the Sun.
The Olympians
Although not the first to be considered 'Gods', the Olympians are the 12 main deities of the Greek pantheon, each symbolic of natural elements and aspects of life, governing their own domains and/or fundamentals of our world. Each are steeped in fables, myths and legends, which are not to be taken literally but as metaphors for how they govern the universe.
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God of beauty, love, pleasure and desire, considered the most beautiful being to ever exist. Born from sea foam and often associated with swans, sea shells.
Athena
Daughter of Zeus, God of wisdom, war, handicrafts and strategy in battle. Often wielding a spear and shield, and known to aid heroes in their endeavours.
Hermes
The messenger God of the Olympians, protector of travellers, and God of oratory. Known for his speed and often wearing a winged helmet and winged sandals.
Ares
God of war, protector of women and the soldiers chosen deity, depicting strength, honour and protection in battle. Often misconstrued as the epitome of violence.
Hephaestus
Son of Zeus and Hera, God of the forge, smithing and fire, blacksmith of the Gods, and creator of their iconic weapons and tools.
Dionysus
Demi-god turned Olympian, God of wine, fertility and ecstasy. Considered the 'life of the party' and a major deity in Greek festivities and celebration.
Hera
Wife of Zeus, Queen of the Gods, God of the hearth, marriage, women and family, known for protecting women during childbirth and a matronly figure of dignity and power.
Artemis
Daughter of Zeus, God of the hunt, wild animals and the Moon. A beautiful huntress wielding a bow and vengeful protector of young girls.