{"product_id":"hellenismos-practicing-greek-polytheism-today-9780738725932","title":"Hellenismos: Practicing Greek Polytheism Today","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHeed the Call of the Greek Gods and Goddesses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe religion of the ancient Greeks has lain dormant for too long. In \u003cem\u003eHellenismos\u003c\/em\u003e, 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 practices. Explore this accessible introduction to Greek reconstruction and discover:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAncient Greek history and culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeities, Daimones, and Heroes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple daily observances and personal practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lunar cycle and festival observances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControversial issues regarding Greek reconstruction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Comprehensive Toolkit for Hellenic Practitioners\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book provides practical instructions for building a personal Hellenic spiritual path. From daily personal practices to sacred lunar month observances and annual festival cycles, Mierzwicki guides readers deeper into authentic Greek polytheism. The text combines accurate historical scholarship with practices adapted for modern needs, making ancient traditions accessible and relevant today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a novice exploring Greek polytheism for the first time or an experienced practitioner seeking to deepen your connection with the ancient gods and goddesses, \u003cem\u003eHellenismos\u003c\/em\u003e offers invaluable resources for establishing meaningful spiritual relationships with Hellenic deities. The book addresses both theoretical foundations and practical applications, including how to modify ancient Greek religion to suit contemporary life while remaining true to its essential spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePraise:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"I, for one, welcome Tony Mierzwicki's marvelous work, \u003cem\u003eHellenismos\u003c\/em\u003e. In a single volume, it not only fills a vacuum in my education, it clearly and concisely provides fascinating insights into a world to which we are all indebted--a world of gods, and heroes, and spirits, and magick, and all that is great, judicious, and distinct in the western soul.\"--Lon Milo DuQuette, author of \u003cem\u003eHomemade Magick\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eLow Magick\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Communion with the gods is grounded in everyday practice. \u003cem\u003eHellenismos\u003c\/em\u003e provides the reader with the necessary tools to quickly enter into Pagan Greek religion. The book combines an accurate historical understanding with practices updated for today's needs.\"--Brandy Williams, author of \u003cem\u003eFor the Love of the Gods\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Woman Magician\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Mierzwicki has succeeded in combining fine scholarship with deep vision to provide the reader with a comprehensive overview of Grecian polytheistic theory and practice. His offering brings to life an ancient tradition made relevant for modern times.\"--Kristoffer Hughes, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Celtic Magic\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eFrom the Cauldron Born\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eThe Journey Into Spirit\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eHellenismos\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent guide to practicing ancient Greek polytheism. Advancing from daily, personal practices, to the sacred lunar month, and finally to the annual festival cycle, Tony gently draws the reader deeper into Hellenic polytheism.\"--John Opsopaus, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Oracles of Apollo\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Pythagorean Tarot\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eHellenismos\u003c\/em\u003e makes an open and shut case for the need to modify the ancient Greek religion to suit the modern world, rather than recreating it faithfully...The author provides a wonderful guide to crafting your own personal path of venerating the ancient Greek gods and goddesses while remaining true to the spirit of the time.\"--Karen Tate, author of \u003cem\u003eWalking An Ancient Path\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"In \u003cem\u003eHellenismos\u003c\/em\u003e author Tony Mierzwicki provides an invaluable resource for both novice and experienced practitioners of ancient Greek religion...With instructions for holding daily, monthly, and annual observances, this book is nothing less than a toolkit for building your personal Hellenic path.\"--Alaric Albertsson, author of \u003cem\u003eA Handbook of Saxon Sorcery and Magic\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eTo Walk a Pagan Path\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTony Mierzwicki\u003c\/strong\u003e (California) developed a fascination for ancient religions, which led him to immerse himself in the study of ceremonial magick. He has presented workshops and rituals recreating ancient magical and religious practices in the United States and Australia. He is the author of \u003cem\u003eGraeco-Egyptian Magick: Everyday Empowerment\u003c\/em\u003e (Immanion-Megalithica) and has contributed to various anthologies. He has also been featured extensively in print, online, and broadcast media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisit Tony on Facebook.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Llewellyn Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680719212818,"sku":"9780738725932","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/hellenismos-practicing-greek-polytheism-today-9780738725932","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}