Seven Goddesses of the Hellenistic World: Ancient Worship for Modern Times

by Jo Graham

Overview

In this book, Jo Graham introduces you to the history and mythology of seven Hellenistic goddesses and teaches you how to work with each one in your spiritual practice. With the help of these powerful deities, you can improve your luck, resilience, teamwork, transformation, and more.

Through stories, journal prompts, meditations, and rituals, Jo encourages you to explore your personal connection to each goddess. Draw on Athena's wisdom to bring clarity to your endeavors. Embody the power of a ruling queen with a rite to honor Atargatis. And, enjoy all shades of love under Aphrodite's guidance. With this book, you can apply the ancient—but still relevant—lessons of Tyche, Isis, Epona, Cybele, and others for a more inspired devotional experience and empowered life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780738767260
Publisher:	Llewellyn Worldwide, LTD.
Publication date:	12/08/2022
Pages:	200
Product dimensions:	5.20(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Jo Graham has practiced in Pagan and Hermetic traditions for more than thirty years, including leading an eclectic circle for nearly a decade. Dedicated in 1989, she took her mastery in 2004. She has studied the Classical world extensively and today mainly works in traditions based on the Hellenistic Cult of Isis. Though she worked in politics for fifteen years, today Jo divides her time between writing and working as a Guardian ad Litem for children in foster care. She lives in North Carolina with her partner and their daughters.

Table of Contents

Contents

Introduction 1

Chapter One—Why the Hellenistic World? 7

Chapter Two—Tyche, the Trickster Goddess 25

Chapter Three—Isis, Mother of the World 45

Chapter Four—Athena, Companion of Heroes 65

Chapter Five—Atargatis, Mermaid of the Great River 85

Chapter Six—Epona, Lady of Horses 113

Chapter Seven—Aphrodite, Queen of the Sea 133

Chapter Eight—Cybele, Death and Rebirth 153

Chapter Nine—Bringing It All Together 171

Appendix—Helpful Charts 179

Bibliography 185