Aphrodite
Symbols: doves, pomegranates, swans, myrtle, geese, sparrows, dolphins, scallop shells, pearls, mirrors, girdles, roses, apples
Offerings: pomegranate juice, cream, sugar, cinnamon, honey, red cherries, strawberries, passion fruit, chocolate, macadamia nuts, pastries, tarts, desserts, yellow cheese, all seafood, seashells, pearls, red/pink/or white roses, peonies, myrtle, poppies, hibiscus, fancy heels, make-up products, jewelry, sensual perfume, white beach pebbles, lotions, silk, rose quartz, diamonds, red or pink candles, masquerade masques, seawater, fish scales, dove feathers, hand-held mirrors, arched combs, poetry, prose, artwork, rose soaps, small red pillows, statues of winged Victory, statues of herself, marble pillars, swan or dove figurines, harps, sandalwood, musk, myrrh, rose incense, and any elegant objects or jewelry
*no pork (she detests filth)
Devotional Acts: drink tea with honey and/or lemons, stop to smell the roses, wear comfy clothing, listen to empowering music, connect with the ocean, write letters or poems to her, give little gifts to your friends, treat yourself, self-care, wear more jewelry that makes you feel good about yourself, collect seashells, bring beauty into your world with scent, flowers, fabric, food, and light, don’t be afraid to flirt, enjoy your physical appearance and self, learn about sexuality, keep flowers (especially roses) in your room
Month: April
Day: Friday
Epithets: Aligena (Sea Born), Genetullis (Protectress of Births), Ambologera (She Who Postpones Old Age), Hêrê (Of Hera/Marriage), Antheia (Friend of Flowers), Androphonos (Killer of Men), Anosia (Unholy), Areia (Warlike; of Ares), Nikêphoros (Bringer of Victory), Basilis (Queen), Enoplios (Bearing Weapons), Epitumbidia (She Upon the Graves), Ourania (Heavenly), Pothon Mater (Mother of Desire), Pasiphaessa (The Far-Shining), Peitho (The Persuasive), Sy′ria Dea (The Syrian Goddess), Skotia (Of the Darkness), Philopannyx (The Night-Loving), Pandemos (of The Common People), Philomeides (Laughter-Loving), Tymborychos (The Gravedigger), Summakhia (Ally in War), Symmakhia (Ally in Love)
Tips: Keep the alter organized, she’s really understanding, don’t worry about her hearing you (because she will), communicates really well through a pendulum, practice self-love, her energy is strong, clear signals, can communicate through dreams, the more honest you are with her about your feelings and the more you take care of yourself, the more connected to her you’ll feel
Alter: rose quartz, mirrors, lipstick, sand, sea salt, ocean water, poems, love letters, things you’re passionate about, feathers, rose water, could be on your makeup vanity lace, jewelry, candles, fairy lights, hearts, big abalone offering bowl, hearts, mermaids, perfume, bath bombs
flowers - daisies, roses, fragrant flowers
shells - abalone, pink shells, ones you found at your beach
fruit - apples, pomegranates
statues - dolphins, doves, swans, aphrodite herself
colors that represent her- pink, red, blues
something to represent her in the middle - a picture, a statue, a woman you find beautiful
Animals: Doves, geese, swans, sparrows, shellfish, hares, bees, and dolphins.
Element: Water.
Colors: Red, pink, white, salmon, light blue, and seafoam green.
Plants: Roses, apples, lettuce, myrtle, pomegranate, lime, and anemone flowers.
Stones: earls, rose quartz, aquamarine, jade, rubellite, morganite, emerald, and garnet.
Scents: Rose, the ocean, myrtle, myrrh, apple, vanilla, and vervain, strawberry.
Planet: Venus
Regalia: The ocean, seashells, jewelry, mirrors, beauty products
Number: 5
Holidays: Imbolc, Ostara, Beltaine
https://www.greekmythology.com/Olympians/Aphrodite/aphrodite.html
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Gemstone Spotlight: The Captivating Beauty of Tourmaline
Title: Gemstone Spotlight: The Captivating Beauty of Tourmaline
Tourmaline, with its mesmerizing array of colors and captivating beauty, stands as one of the most diverse and alluring gemstones in the world of jewelry. Known for its vibrant hues and unique properties, tourmaline has captured the fascination of gemstone enthusiasts and collectors alike. Let's delve into the enchanting world of tourmaline and uncover the secrets of its allure.
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