Full Description
The religion of the ancient Greeks has lain dormant for too long. In Hellenismos, Tony Mierzwicki shows how to bring it back in all of its primal glory. Learn how to forge personal relationships with the ancient Greek deities. Recreate the practices of the Greeks and enjoy the richness of their spiritual practice. Explore this accessible introduction to Greek reconstruction and discover: Ancient Greek history and culture Deities, Daimones, and Heroes Simple daily observances and personal practice The lunar cycle and monthly, yearly, and festival observances How to incorporate reconstruction and magick into Pagan or Wiccan practice Controversial issues regarding Greek reconstruction
Contents
Contents
Foreword by Stephen Skinner xvii
Introduction 1
Note from the Author 7
Greek Religion—An Overview........................................... 11
The Ancient Greek Mindset............................................... 21
Olympic Deities....................................................................31
Other Deities, Daimones, and Heroes................................47
Personal Practice—Daily Observances.............................. 53
Greek Religion—Public, Household, Countryside..........67
A Thumbnail Sketch of Greek History.............................. 83
Comprehensive Study......................................................... 93
Experiencing the Lunar Cycle......................................... 109
Controversial Issues in Ancient Greek Society.............. 133
Magic
Experiencing the Annual Cycle—Athenian Festival Calendar............................................. 171
Future Directions: Choices.............................................221
Appendix 1: Pronunciation of the Ancient Greek Language 225
Appendix 2: Greek Influence Within Contemporary Occultism 229
Appendix 3: Diet 239
Appendix 4: The Hellenic Reconstructionist and/or Polytheist Directory 243
Glossary 245
Bibliography 251
Index 267
