Do Zevists pray with Hymns like Pagans do?

[ErictheBarbarian]

I'm new to Zevism, so I'm still learning all the details of how it works, so maybe I just missed a post where this was discussed but I'll ask here anyways

I've noticed there doesn't seem to be a focus on traditional forms of Pagan prayer like for example reciting a Homeric hymn to Apollo whilst burning incense

As a Pagan this has been my morning daily practice, where I offer a sacrifice of incense and recite a short poem of praise to the Gods. Organised based on the day such as Tyr on Tuesday and the Greek Gods who are associated with his archetype. In fact this has been largely what it means to me to be a Pagan. That and learning about the theology and ethics via philosophy like Platonism for example

(I don't mean the Gods aren't real when I say archetype btw, it's just for lack of a better word. They are absolutely real beings)

My question is, do Zevists only do meditation rituals or do they also have a daily practice of praise/worship of the Gods? Or is this maybe something personal that each Zevist is free to add on to the core program of meditation. Or is it even more mystical where the Guardian Daimon of the Zevist will guide them to the forms of worship most appropriate for them?

p.s. I do love what I see of Zevism so far. I find it extremely compatible with Platonism which is why I gravitated to it so quickly even though I've only encountered it about a week ago and haven't even had the time to do my initiation ritual yet (I'm in the process of gathering the candles etc)

 

[MercuryWisdom]

I'm new to Zevism, so I'm still learning all the details of how it works, so maybe I just missed a post where this was discussed but I'll ask here anyways

I've noticed there doesn't seem to be a focus on traditional forms of Pagan prayer like for example reciting a Homeric hymn to Apollo whilst burning incense

As a Pagan this has been my morning daily practice, where I offer a sacrifice of incense and recite a short poem of praise to the Gods. Organised based on the day such as Tyr on Tuesday and the Greek Gods who are associated with his archetype. In fact this has been largely what it means to me to be a Pagan. That and learning about the theology and ethics via philosophy like Platonism for example

(I don't mean the Gods aren't real when I say archetype btw, it's just for lack of a better word. They are absolutely real beings)

My question is, do Zevists only do meditation rituals or do they also have a daily practice of praise/worship of the Gods? Or is this maybe something personal that each Zevist is free to add on to the core program of meditation. Or is it even more mystical where the Guardian Daimon of the Zevist will guide them to the forms of worship most appropriate for them?

p.s. I do love what I see of Zevism so far. I find it extremely compatible with Platonism which is why I gravitated to it so quickly even though I've only encountered it about a week ago and haven't even had the time to do my initiation ritual yet (I'm in the process of gathering the candles etc)

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It can be personal. You can have an altar, write poetry to the Gods, have invocations, meditate on the Sigils or other forms of prayer and praise that suit you.

 

[Henu the Great]

I am sure many do, but it is not something you have to do. Much of this is a personal preference, and there are many ways to connect with Gods. We are a global community, after all.

 

[Ancient Oracle]

Some have a pagan alter with candles and incense and pray to their respective deity.

I have candles, but haven't used them for a while, but I burn incense sometimes.
We don't use the word "sacrifice" here because it smacks of the Abrahamic practises.

 

[Sungio13]

The power rituals in Temple of Zeus is a core method, but these can be also done with lighting an insense prior.

Sigil meditation and prayer afterwards is also welcome, as well as writing letters to the Gods and praying/meditating afterwards upon reading your letter. Of course, lightning an incense can help with the above practices.

We do suggest anyone to pray and communicate with the Gods as often as they can to strengthen one's bond and connection. Reciting a Homeric hymn: definitely done on a personal basis and of course beneficial here.

My warmest blessings and welcome to you.

 

[Meow!]

I do recall HP Maxine mentioning in a sermon a long time ago- please don't ask me which one I can't recall the title- That she would do a prayer to Father Zeus (called Satan at that time) before she would embark on any magick..I'm really fuzzy on details But I know she did encourage prayer to the gods to help stregenth the bond. Idk if she mentions incense or not but it's a nice thing to do if your able to- if not incense then a candle is good too. After a while of most people form some kind of comfort ritual to help get themselves into the right headspace. You may find your routine changing overtime as you learn new things please make sure to embrace this change as it happens to us all and is a perfectly natural thing. Plus as always make sure to have fun with your ritual cause that's a big part of things too!

Oh before I forget congrats on finding the Path! Please make sure to read all of the TOZ and keep coming back for updates. Welcome!


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