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Poseidon Offerings

"Poseidon is the Olympian god of the sea, earthquakes, floods, drought, and horses."

Large Altars:

Ocean water

Honey

Olive oil

Water from rivers, lakes, rain, etc.

White wine poured into water

Seaweed

Wild celery

Homemade fish stew, clam chowder, etc.

Horse shaped crackers or cookies

Ocean and rain scented incense

Conch shells

Horse, ship, or dolphin statues

Impossible bottles (ship-in-a-bottle)

Blue, green, and silver candles

Ocean and sea scented candles

Tridents

Cloaks

Wreaths made from wild celery

Small/Hidden Altars:

Seashells

Sea salt

Starfish or starfish decorations

Gems such as pearls, sea glass, blue sapphires, aquamarine

Toys or art of dolphins, fish, and/or horses

Coral

Mint

Mint candies

Art, toys, or photos of tridents

Photos or art of the ocean

Naturally shed shark teeth

Sand

Ocean scented essential oils or perfumes

Art of hippocamp (half-horse, half-fish creature)

Art or figurines of ships and sailors

Gold and silver objects

Devotional Acts:

Donate to ocean conservation in His name

Donate to coral reef restoration programs in His name

Donate to natural disaster relief programs in His name

Support local fishermen

Go fishing

Help clean up oceans, beaches, lakes, rivers, riverbanks, etc. (Be careful when cleaning up litter)

Go swimming

Sing in the shower

Visit bodies of water and enjoy the beauty they offer

If you can't visit any then watch videos of the ocean or listen to the sound of waves

Visit aquariums

Wear seashell jewelry or fish-shaped jewelry

Meditate at bodies of water, in the shower, or while listening to the sound of waves

Take baths and surround yourself with images of the ocean

Ask Him to aid you in bath and weather spells

Get a pet fish if you are able to take care of it

Go horseback riding

Learn about horse care

Learn about marine biology

Learn about natural disasters and what to do during one

Wear blues and greens or clothes with horses or dolphins on them

Decorate your room with a nautical theme

Research and work with mermaids, sirens, and the fae

Pray to Him for rain or for rain to stop, for earthquakes or floods to end, for protection, for safe travels across the sea, for healthy horses

Sources:

https://vocal.media/futurism/ways-of-worship-poseidon

https://www.theoi.com/Olympios/Poseidon.html

https://hellenicfaith.com/poseidon/

http://zer0dmx.tripod.com/gods/poseidon.html

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Hestia Offerings

"Hestia is the virgin Goddess of the hearth, home, architecture, domesticity, family, and the state."

Large Altars:

Homemade meals

Homemade baked goods

Breads

Sweet wine

Fruits

Pure water

Olive oil

Hot tea

Tea kettles

Gold, light purple, black, silver, and dark red candles

Scented candles that are comforting to you or remind you of home

Scented incense such as Angelica, iris, lavender, and peony

Pottery

Art or statues of donkeys and pigs

Pictures of family, friends that are like your family, or your pets

Pictures of homes you want to live in one day or homes you have lived in

Pictures of architecture that you like

Small/Hidden Altars:

Teacups

Small kitchen antiques like teaspoons, tea towels, etc.

Childhood memories like stuffed toys, baby clothes, old photos, etc.

Keys

Homegrown herbs

Toys or art of donkeys and pigs

Plants such as angel's trumpet, poppy, goldenrod, hollyhock, and yarrow

Leaves or blooms from a chaste tree

Gems and metals such as amethyst, garnet, gold, silver, and brass

Tea light candles (real or fake)

Your favorite poetry or poetry you have written for Her

Your favorite books

Stories you have written

Art of flames, fire, candles, etc.

Crafts that you've made

Garmets that you have made such as clothing, blankets, beanies, etc.

Homemade lotions, bath bombs, shower gel, bubble bath, etc. (You can ask Her to bless them then use them, She would be happy about doing so)

Devotional Acts:

Donate to those who have lost their homes, or help them rebuild

Donate to food drives

Give to the homeless

Do little (or big) acts of kindness

Per tradition, Hestia should get the first of all food offerings and burnt offerings. Furthermore, you should set aside the first bite of your meal for Her

If you have a fireplace, light it for Her or build Her altar around it

Meditate next to a fire

If you can't make a fire, listen to the sound of fire on YouTube or elsewhere

Read poetry or a book

Make a playlist for Her and play it while you clean or cook

Clean your house/room and keep it nice and tidy

Take a cooking or baking class

Try making your own bread

Learn how to sew, knit, crochet, etc.

Collect recipes and keep a recipe book

Host celebrations at your home

Remember your ancestors and learn more about them

Spend time with your family, friends, and/or pets

Try incorporating a veil with your outfits or just wear one when you give Her offerings

Take care of yourself, your mental and physical health. Your body is a home for you after all

Treat 'yo self! Seriously, She enjoys Her followes loving and treating themselves well. Take a hot bath, eat some ice cream, chill at home for a day, etc

Pray to Her for protection, inspiration, happiness, guidance, and help getting rid of negative entities in the home, peace in the home, good food, an abundance of food, independence, help to start/tending to the hearth, and strong family bonds

Sources:

Artwork is not mine. I couldn't find the source so if anyone has it I'll add it.

https://www.theoi.com/Ouranios/Hestia.html

https://vocal.media/futurism/ways-of-worship-hestia

https://aminoapps.com/c/pagans-witches/amp/blog/honoring-hestia-the-hearth-goddess/qkpL_lE4tRuwrDv5BlKx5Ra6bdwGzYG5Veq

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