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Hekate: Goddess of Witches
Courtney Weber (author of Brigid and The Morrigan) offers an informed, accessible journey through the lore and history of Hekate, the ancient goddess of crossroads, ghosts, and witchcraft, and reflects on Hekate’s relevance today. Tools and techniques for incorporating this goddess into your personal journey round out the book.
Similar to her other works, Weber strikes a balance between the scholarly and the spiritual. Her exploration of Hekate combines solid research with practical, modern applications. The spiritual content is accessible to anyone with an interest in witchcraft, regardless of their faith or background. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of Hekate, exploring original mythology, historical context, and contemporary connotations, concluding with spells and personal rituals. The final chapter is a grimoire full of rituals, offerings, and other practices designed to help listeners align themselves with this extraordinary goddess. The book also explores magickal ethics, what it means to be a witch in the 21st century, and best practices for successful witchcraft.
Similar to her other works, Weber strikes a balance between the scholarly and the spiritual. Her exploration of Hekate combines solid research with practical, modern applications. The spiritual content is accessible to anyone with an interest in witchcraft, regardless of their faith or background. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of Hekate, exploring original mythology, historical context, and contemporary connotations, concluding with spells and personal rituals. The final chapter is a grimoire full of rituals, offerings, and other practices designed to help listeners align themselves with this extraordinary goddess. The book also explores magickal ethics, what it means to be a witch in the 21st century, and best practices for successful witchcraft.
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March 30, 2022
I'm going to start by saying I am super critical of these books, so sorry.
I feel like this book couldn't decide if it was a 101 or not. For a 101 it contained too much information without enough beginner base. For an advanced book, it spent too much time on the basics and not enough time explaining the advanced information. She often provides facts without telling you what time period she is referring to and so the information feels out of place and or sounds wrong. It doesn't mean it is wrong, but if you are talking about Hekate's worship in later Roman times but begin in ancient Greece and don't really make that distinction then it sound like the Roman times information falls under ancient Greece. Its lack of transitions like this that make it harder for a new Hekate reader to understand.
Overall the book was full of some good information, but I did also feel a disconnect between the author and the information. I would have liked a little more about her own personal work with Hekate vs the in spot moments of worship that she scatters throughout the book.
While not the worst book on Hekate I have read, it will not be on my newbie reader list.
I feel like this book couldn't decide if it was a 101 or not. For a 101 it contained too much information without enough beginner base. For an advanced book, it spent too much time on the basics and not enough time explaining the advanced information. She often provides facts without telling you what time period she is referring to and so the information feels out of place and or sounds wrong. It doesn't mean it is wrong, but if you are talking about Hekate's worship in later Roman times but begin in ancient Greece and don't really make that distinction then it sound like the Roman times information falls under ancient Greece. Its lack of transitions like this that make it harder for a new Hekate reader to understand.
Overall the book was full of some good information, but I did also feel a disconnect between the author and the information. I would have liked a little more about her own personal work with Hekate vs the in spot moments of worship that she scatters throughout the book.
While not the worst book on Hekate I have read, it will not be on my newbie reader list.
August 16, 2022
Not quite a two.
I don't know who the intended readers are for this book. On one hand, it's quite simplistic so it comes across as an introductory book; on the other hand, there are too many errors for a beginner to be expected to recognise. The most egregious was Pavlov's Hierarchy of Needs*. Really?! Ugh, no! If you have strayed into an unfamiliar area, you really should employ an editor who is competent enough to spot such errors. The other thing that annoyed me greatly is that there is no mention of Heqet at all. The origin of Hekate was discussed, so that's not the reason. Even if you don't believe that the Egyptian goddess of childbirth is the likely origin of Hekate, surely you must discuss to dismiss? This is what I mean: this clearly can't be a Hekate 101 because of the gaps of knowledge and the scattered nature of what *is* present; it clearly isn't for an advanced practitioner either.
Cannot recommend.
*It's Maslow. I mean, seriously, look it up and check you have your facts correct before you publish.
I don't know who the intended readers are for this book. On one hand, it's quite simplistic so it comes across as an introductory book; on the other hand, there are too many errors for a beginner to be expected to recognise. The most egregious was Pavlov's Hierarchy of Needs*. Really?! Ugh, no! If you have strayed into an unfamiliar area, you really should employ an editor who is competent enough to spot such errors. The other thing that annoyed me greatly is that there is no mention of Heqet at all. The origin of Hekate was discussed, so that's not the reason. Even if you don't believe that the Egyptian goddess of childbirth is the likely origin of Hekate, surely you must discuss to dismiss? This is what I mean: this clearly can't be a Hekate 101 because of the gaps of knowledge and the scattered nature of what *is* present; it clearly isn't for an advanced practitioner either.
Cannot recommend.
*It's Maslow. I mean, seriously, look it up and check you have your facts correct before you publish.
May 1, 2024
Loved it!
Learned a lot from this book and can t wait to get started working more actively with Hecate. Woot woot!
Learned a lot from this book and can t wait to get started working more actively with Hecate. Woot woot!
July 3, 2022
Would not recommend. Reads like a high school research paper. And there are factual errors. There is no “Pavlov’s hierarchy of needs”. It’s Maslow. No confidence that this author knows what she’s talking about.
August 8, 2021
Filled with history, and magic, this book on the Goddess Hekate didn’t disappoint this reader. I liked how the book flowed together seamlessly and how it culminates as a giant testament to the Goddess of Witches.
Definitely a good book for beginners and intermediate learners who are interested in Hekate.
Definitely a good book for beginners and intermediate learners who are interested in Hekate.
November 7, 2021
Wonderful intro to Hekate. I loved the writer's personal anecdotes and her reflections upon this practice. The spell and ritual examples were really useful.
October 17, 2021
I really, really love this book. Courtney Weber is a great author. This book (like her book about the Morrigan) is very well written an full of well researched information.
It's a book about Hekate and it's a book about witchcraft and being a witch. Courtney does a great job retelling the old myths and how this great goddess has been worshiped through the ages on one hand and than on the other hand she beautifully brings Hekate into the here and now.
And like i already said, this book is not only about Hekate, it's also about being a witch and witchcraft itself. It's about "my" kind of witchcraft. It's the kind of witchcraft that is inclusive, that is accessible and down to earth. A witchcraft that is for your self, but that also encourages you to get involved with the world and the people around you, that encourages you to stand up for yourself, but also to take responsibility as a part of the society.
I absolutely recommend this book to every witch out there.
It's a book about Hekate and it's a book about witchcraft and being a witch. Courtney does a great job retelling the old myths and how this great goddess has been worshiped through the ages on one hand and than on the other hand she beautifully brings Hekate into the here and now.
And like i already said, this book is not only about Hekate, it's also about being a witch and witchcraft itself. It's about "my" kind of witchcraft. It's the kind of witchcraft that is inclusive, that is accessible and down to earth. A witchcraft that is for your self, but that also encourages you to get involved with the world and the people around you, that encourages you to stand up for yourself, but also to take responsibility as a part of the society.
I absolutely recommend this book to every witch out there.
March 10, 2024
This is mostly on me, I went into this thinking it was a book on the history of Hekate worship and associated myths.
It does have some of that, but it is primarily a manual on how to invoke Hekate as a Witch.
I am not a Witch.
It does have some of that, but it is primarily a manual on how to invoke Hekate as a Witch.
I am not a Witch.
July 8, 2025
Villana de una historia mal contada...
En este libro, la autora nos guía en un recorrido profundo para comprender quién es Hécate, una deidad poderosa y enigmática de la mitología griega. A lo largo del tiempo, se le ha representado de múltiples formas:
• Diosa de la muerte que protege las almas en el inframundo. Símbolos: el perro negro, el látigo y la daga.
• Guardiana de las encrucijadas y diosa que ayuda a quienes experimentan transiciones.
• Diosa poseedora de las llaves y portadora de la antorcha.
• Su poder se extiende sobre la tierra, el mar y el cielo, y se le considera una protectora poderosa.
Estos aspectos son explorados por Courtney, quien no solo nos presenta a Hécate como una figura mitológica, sino también como un símbolo de espiritualidad. ¿Es una deidad oscura? ¿O una guía protectora? Este libro nos invita a cuestionarlo y descubrirlo a partir de las leyendas e historias de Hécate.
Cada capítulo de este libro explora a profundidad todos los simbolismos de Hécate, su importancia en la mitología, su repercusión en la actualidad y las influencias que ha tenido en la vida de la autora.
El libro también ofrece herramientas prácticas: hechizos, oraciones y rituales que pueden ser incorporados en tu vida si deseas iniciar un camino de brujería o profundizar tu conexión con Hécate. Algunos de los hechizos que encontrarás incluyen: protección antes de viajar, hechizos para atraer el dinero, protección del hogar, limpieza de negatividad, protección para alguien que te importa, entre otros.
Ideal para quienes buscan un acercamiento espiritual desde el respeto, la historia y la práctica consciente.
Opinión personal:
La mitología griega siempre me ha parecido interesante, principalmente por las múltiples interpretaciones que puede tener, pero también por las lecciones que se pueden aprender de ella.
Y en esta ocasión se trata de Hécate, la diosa de las brujas, pero su participación dentro de la mitología es muchísimo más que eso. Me encanta que el libro explora muchos de los orígenes que se le atribuyen a Hécate y su papel dentro de la mitología.
Al considerarla la diosa de las brujas, muchas personas pueden asociarla con lo oscuro o con la maldad, pero creo que la autora ha sabido abordarlo increíble, planteándola como cualquier otro dios: con momentos buenos y momentos malos.
También se explora el uso de la magia para cosas positivas o negativas, pero siempre haciendo hincapié en la importancia de practicarla de manera consciente, y de explorarla hasta donde tú te sientas cómodo, reconociendo que es una forma de acercarte a la espiritualidad.
Este libro puede interesarte si crees que tienes el don o sientes el llamado de las brujas. Y si ya formas parte de esta comunidad, también te puede aportar mucho si quieres conocer más detalles sobre Hécate, explorar sus simbolismos y aprender cómo conectar mejor con ella.
Muchísimas gracias a Nirvana Libros por enviarme este ejemplar.
En este libro, la autora nos guía en un recorrido profundo para comprender quién es Hécate, una deidad poderosa y enigmática de la mitología griega. A lo largo del tiempo, se le ha representado de múltiples formas:
• Diosa de la muerte que protege las almas en el inframundo. Símbolos: el perro negro, el látigo y la daga.
• Guardiana de las encrucijadas y diosa que ayuda a quienes experimentan transiciones.
• Diosa poseedora de las llaves y portadora de la antorcha.
• Su poder se extiende sobre la tierra, el mar y el cielo, y se le considera una protectora poderosa.
Estos aspectos son explorados por Courtney, quien no solo nos presenta a Hécate como una figura mitológica, sino también como un símbolo de espiritualidad. ¿Es una deidad oscura? ¿O una guía protectora? Este libro nos invita a cuestionarlo y descubrirlo a partir de las leyendas e historias de Hécate.
Cada capítulo de este libro explora a profundidad todos los simbolismos de Hécate, su importancia en la mitología, su repercusión en la actualidad y las influencias que ha tenido en la vida de la autora.
El libro también ofrece herramientas prácticas: hechizos, oraciones y rituales que pueden ser incorporados en tu vida si deseas iniciar un camino de brujería o profundizar tu conexión con Hécate. Algunos de los hechizos que encontrarás incluyen: protección antes de viajar, hechizos para atraer el dinero, protección del hogar, limpieza de negatividad, protección para alguien que te importa, entre otros.
Ideal para quienes buscan un acercamiento espiritual desde el respeto, la historia y la práctica consciente.
Opinión personal:
La mitología griega siempre me ha parecido interesante, principalmente por las múltiples interpretaciones que puede tener, pero también por las lecciones que se pueden aprender de ella.
Y en esta ocasión se trata de Hécate, la diosa de las brujas, pero su participación dentro de la mitología es muchísimo más que eso. Me encanta que el libro explora muchos de los orígenes que se le atribuyen a Hécate y su papel dentro de la mitología.
Al considerarla la diosa de las brujas, muchas personas pueden asociarla con lo oscuro o con la maldad, pero creo que la autora ha sabido abordarlo increíble, planteándola como cualquier otro dios: con momentos buenos y momentos malos.
También se explora el uso de la magia para cosas positivas o negativas, pero siempre haciendo hincapié en la importancia de practicarla de manera consciente, y de explorarla hasta donde tú te sientas cómodo, reconociendo que es una forma de acercarte a la espiritualidad.
Este libro puede interesarte si crees que tienes el don o sientes el llamado de las brujas. Y si ya formas parte de esta comunidad, también te puede aportar mucho si quieres conocer más detalles sobre Hécate, explorar sus simbolismos y aprender cómo conectar mejor con ella.
Muchísimas gracias a Nirvana Libros por enviarme este ejemplar.
July 3, 2025
Alguna vez has estado desesperado y nostálgico?
Les traigo un libro diferente y personal de la autora quien muy joven y atravesando
una mala racha en su vida encuentra a Hécate la diosa de las brujas y en ella encuentra no solo un ser mágico y espiritual si no también una gran experiencia para su vida. Así es como a través de tradiciones, leyendas y su historia conecta con Hécate quien ayuda a personas expertas en la materia y a principiantes a través de este libro, conocerás su historia, hechizos y rituales para conectar con ella y explorarás la ética de la magia y como se puede ser una bruja en la actualidad.
Leer este libro ha sido totalmente diferente para mi y revivir la experiencia personal de
la autora en estas páginas ha sido muy grato, no soy practicante de la brujería pero nunca me he cerrado a leer acerca de ningún libro y este es uno de esos casos en donde el libro me ha sorprendido, como novata en esto puedo decirte que es un libro muy fácil de leer, es ligero y explica bastante bien todo lo que debes hacer para lograr conectar con la diosa, así que si estás empezando en este tema y no sabes por donde iniciar este libro es para ti 😉✨
Al final del libro contrarás un grimorio con rituales y ofrendas por ejemplo: Ritual para aumentar la fertilidad, para alejar los celos, para persuadir a un amante a regresar entre otros ó simplemente para hacerle una ofrenda a Hécate.
Un libro muy interesante con una diosa en toda la extencion de la palabra llena de magia y poder que sin duda te atrapará.
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Les traigo un libro diferente y personal de la autora quien muy joven y atravesando
una mala racha en su vida encuentra a Hécate la diosa de las brujas y en ella encuentra no solo un ser mágico y espiritual si no también una gran experiencia para su vida. Así es como a través de tradiciones, leyendas y su historia conecta con Hécate quien ayuda a personas expertas en la materia y a principiantes a través de este libro, conocerás su historia, hechizos y rituales para conectar con ella y explorarás la ética de la magia y como se puede ser una bruja en la actualidad.
Leer este libro ha sido totalmente diferente para mi y revivir la experiencia personal de
la autora en estas páginas ha sido muy grato, no soy practicante de la brujería pero nunca me he cerrado a leer acerca de ningún libro y este es uno de esos casos en donde el libro me ha sorprendido, como novata en esto puedo decirte que es un libro muy fácil de leer, es ligero y explica bastante bien todo lo que debes hacer para lograr conectar con la diosa, así que si estás empezando en este tema y no sabes por donde iniciar este libro es para ti 😉✨
Al final del libro contrarás un grimorio con rituales y ofrendas por ejemplo: Ritual para aumentar la fertilidad, para alejar los celos, para persuadir a un amante a regresar entre otros ó simplemente para hacerle una ofrenda a Hécate.
Un libro muy interesante con una diosa en toda la extencion de la palabra llena de magia y poder que sin duda te atrapará.
Te animas adarle una oportunidad?
Te leo en los comentarios✨
Si te gustó esta reseña no olvides seguirme en mis redes sociales: YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok y Threads me encuentras como: El_Bookle ✨
Un bucle sin fin de lecturas y libros 📚 🤗
May 1, 2024
What a great balance of history, mythology, personal annotations, and an overall guide on connecting with the goddess. I enjoyed the rituals, prayers, and incantations and found them all to be very useful. I can definitely say I learned a lot from this book, and I only wish I had found it sooner.
December 14, 2023
3.5 stars
August 15, 2022
All in all, this was quite an educational book to read all about the Greek mythological history. Hekate, being the daughter of Zeus, also had plenty association with other Greek gods and goddesses, so there were plenty side stories sprinkled through the book of other well known figures.
Although I enjoyed the majority of this book, I did find Weber repeating herself over and over. All through the book, she would mention a lot of the same thing over and over which became a little boring. She was knowledgeable enough to write on Greek history, but her delivering of that info wasn't quite polished up or well rounded. I feel 3 stars is acceptable! I would definitely still recommend to anyone who is interested in reading more on the esoteric, Greek mythology or in occult knowledge in general.
Although I enjoyed the majority of this book, I did find Weber repeating herself over and over. All through the book, she would mention a lot of the same thing over and over which became a little boring. She was knowledgeable enough to write on Greek history, but her delivering of that info wasn't quite polished up or well rounded. I feel 3 stars is acceptable! I would definitely still recommend to anyone who is interested in reading more on the esoteric, Greek mythology or in occult knowledge in general.
November 16, 2024
Absolutely amazing book about a great goddess, there were a few times that I got emotional whilst reading the book. Helped develop a connection to Lady Hekate. I appreciated that Courtney wasn’t afraid to go deeper and talk about the darker aspects of Hekate and witchcraft which is amazing. As a Hellenic Polytheist I do believe that Courtney did this book justice and respectfully represented Hekate perfectly. The history and myths along with personal experiences with some spells was a nicely structured and easy to read.
December 22, 2022
I kept trying to force myself to finish this book because I really want to learn more about the Goddess Hekate. Unfortunately it just isn't something that can keep my attention. The writing just didn't keep me invested & after putting this aside for millionth time I just decided to DNF.
June 29, 2025
3.5 stars
This book is all around Tiktok as the "must-read" for new witches and Hekate worshippers. As a baby witch and a worshipper of Mother Hekate myself, I'd say while the author did have good information, it seemed she mixed more of her own experiences than actual information.
Yes, experiences help us see her perspective of things and can help us learn from her mistakes or find ourselves achieving somewhat similar accomplishments, but the book was written in a way she had an autobiography and a few excerpts from other witches. Information popped up here and there about Hekate mid-way through or after a story. I sometimes found it a little confusing. I won't say it isn't a good book, because her stories were entertaining and sometimes educational, but if you're looking into Hekate maybe this shouldn't be the first book you pick up. Read about her myths, try to research her on your own before going straight to somebody else's PERSONAL experiences with her.
This book is all around Tiktok as the "must-read" for new witches and Hekate worshippers. As a baby witch and a worshipper of Mother Hekate myself, I'd say while the author did have good information, it seemed she mixed more of her own experiences than actual information.
Yes, experiences help us see her perspective of things and can help us learn from her mistakes or find ourselves achieving somewhat similar accomplishments, but the book was written in a way she had an autobiography and a few excerpts from other witches. Information popped up here and there about Hekate mid-way through or after a story. I sometimes found it a little confusing. I won't say it isn't a good book, because her stories were entertaining and sometimes educational, but if you're looking into Hekate maybe this shouldn't be the first book you pick up. Read about her myths, try to research her on your own before going straight to somebody else's PERSONAL experiences with her.
November 7, 2022
There is a lot of info in this book for someone diving into learning about Hekate. For the more experienced devotee, there isn't much to be learned new here, and there is even some information that is flawed. What I did appreciate was her emphasis on not insisting that her practice is the way, merely an option. She offers the reader a lot of angles to consider and places to enhance not just a relationship with Hekate but with any deity. Easy read, modern conversation on ancient and old practices, well sectioned.
July 24, 2025
Muy completo y asequible, aunque en algunas partes creo que mezcla suposiciones con hechos históricos. Comprendo que las cronologías son complejas, pero afirmar con rotundidad algo difícilmente comprobable seguramente no es la mejor opción.
October 10, 2022
Pleasant witchy story.
March 28, 2024
A wonderful introduction to the Witch Goddess. The bibliography and notes are extensive for further research, and I am looking forward to learning and exploring more about Hekate.
April 8, 2024
I wish I had this book when Hekate first came to me. Since I've been a follower of hers for a while now, there was barely anything new, but it was nice to read through it. It's a nice refresher, especially when you haven't felt your witchiest lately. Whether you've been a long-term devotee, or you're just noticing the first signs I think this book will bring you joy.
December 2, 2024
I was hoping for a little more history on the goddess herself, but enjoyed the infusion of practices people do to call her in!
March 25, 2025
Lots of good information, history, and rituals.
December 1, 2025
Changed it up with some non fiction. Always been interested in Hekate so this was nice for some background information and basic knowledge!
December 30, 2023
Good flow and very informative!
September 11, 2025
This would be 5 stars if it wasn't for the personal stories didn't care for those. Everything else 5/5
Currently reading
December 21, 2025I recently gave offerings to Hekate, I drew the triple moon symbol on a piece of paper and meditated, it was on a day that I needed some self-care, TLC, I was stressed, needed more sleep etc..
I asked my brother to buy a copy of this book for christmas and since I gave offerings to Hekate & meditated I keep seeing a lot of information about Hekate & people specifically talking about this book online, on Tiktok, it's everywhere.
I will take this as a sign from Hekate that she wants to work with me 😊
My review will be for the paperback of the book.
I started reading this book and so far the author hasn't mentioned very specific things that are associated with the Greek, Chthonic Goddess Hekate such as-Necromancy, divination was practiced in caves in ancient Rome/Greece during the Roman Empire Era.
Liminal spaces (in-between spaces) crossroads are associated with Hekate, she protects dogs and very specific types of animals are associated with her, she is associated with the dead, since Necromancy is death magick and involves invoking the dead, practicing divination of future events because people wanted to know the outcome of various types of events or situations.
Curses tablets were created and left in caves as well, it was a very common practice at the time.
Recently a temple or altar for Hekate was found in Turkey, the head of a statue of Medusa and a temple or altar for Aphrodite were found.
The dark Goddesses are reimagining into reality and more people feel drawn to them, want to study and learn about them.
Hekate is associated with the dead, Necromancy/Necromantic Rites.
The author waffles on about irrelevant things for awhile, which is a bit tedious and boring to read but I appreciate the history and the accurate historical information about Hekate, it's helpful to know.
Hekate has always been a misunderstood, misinterpreted Chthonic Greek Goddess, she isn't evil, but if you disrespect her, she will be offended, rightfully so, she has the right to choose who she will work with.
I am reading this book about Hekate before I purchase and read The Hekatean Grimoire which is an in depth Grimoire about working with the Goddess Hekate.
I recommend this Hekatean Grimoire if you are a witch and you want to work with Hekate.
I asked my brother to buy a copy of this book for christmas and since I gave offerings to Hekate & meditated I keep seeing a lot of information about Hekate & people specifically talking about this book online, on Tiktok, it's everywhere.
I will take this as a sign from Hekate that she wants to work with me 😊
My review will be for the paperback of the book.
I started reading this book and so far the author hasn't mentioned very specific things that are associated with the Greek, Chthonic Goddess Hekate such as-Necromancy, divination was practiced in caves in ancient Rome/Greece during the Roman Empire Era.
Liminal spaces (in-between spaces) crossroads are associated with Hekate, she protects dogs and very specific types of animals are associated with her, she is associated with the dead, since Necromancy is death magick and involves invoking the dead, practicing divination of future events because people wanted to know the outcome of various types of events or situations.
Curses tablets were created and left in caves as well, it was a very common practice at the time.
Recently a temple or altar for Hekate was found in Turkey, the head of a statue of Medusa and a temple or altar for Aphrodite were found.
The dark Goddesses are reimagining into reality and more people feel drawn to them, want to study and learn about them.
Hekate is associated with the dead, Necromancy/Necromantic Rites.
The author waffles on about irrelevant things for awhile, which is a bit tedious and boring to read but I appreciate the history and the accurate historical information about Hekate, it's helpful to know.
Hekate has always been a misunderstood, misinterpreted Chthonic Greek Goddess, she isn't evil, but if you disrespect her, she will be offended, rightfully so, she has the right to choose who she will work with.
I am reading this book about Hekate before I purchase and read The Hekatean Grimoire which is an in depth Grimoire about working with the Goddess Hekate.
I recommend this Hekatean Grimoire if you are a witch and you want to work with Hekate.
February 2, 2022
I loved this book! It has a lot of research, the way the author writes about their experiences along with the history and myth is fantastic.
I also really liked the spells and rituals, they're easy and powerful. Thank you for this book! It has helped in deepening my relationship to Hekate. 💜
I also really liked the spells and rituals, they're easy and powerful. Thank you for this book! It has helped in deepening my relationship to Hekate. 💜
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May 15, 2025 Hécate é uma das deusas mais intrigantes e poderosas da mitologia grega. Sua história remonta aos tempos antigos, e ao longo dos séculos, ela tem sido adorada como uma deusa da magia, encruzilhadas, luz da lua e da noite, bruxaria e proteção. Segundo a mitologia grega, Hécate era filha dos titãs Perses e Astéria. Ela era frequentemente retratada como uma deusa tríplice, com três rostos voltados em diferentes direções para simbolizar sua presença em encruzilhadas. Por causa disso, ela também era conhecida como a Deusa das Encruzilhadas. Hécate desempenhou um papel importante na Titanomaquia, a guerra entre os deuses olímpicos e os titãs. Ela foi uma aliada dos deuses olímpicos e ajudou Zeus em sua luta contra os titãs. Sua lealdade e habilidades mágicas a tornaram uma figura respeitada e temida pelos deuses e mortais. Ela é invocada para orientação, proteção, sabedoria e poder mágico. Existem diferentes formas de invocar Hécate, dependendo das tradições e crenças individuais. Alguns rituais envolvem a criação de um altar dedicado a ela, com símbolos como chaves, tochas, lua crescente e imagens que representam a deusa. Lhe é dado velas e oferendas como alimentos, ervas ou objetos pessoais significativos, que são oferecidas como um gesto de respeito e gratidão. Rituais de invocação envolvem sussurrar o nome de Hécate em encruzilhadas, especialmente durante a noite. Além disso, rituais de magia, feitiços e meditações podem ser realizados para conectar-se com seu poder e energia. Os rituais associados a Hécate variam de acordo com as tradições e práticas individuais. Alguns podem se concentrar em honrar sua energia lunar, enquanto outros podem buscar sua orientação em encruzilhadas ou trabalhar com a magia das trevas. Segundo o livro, o importante é realizar esses rituais com respeito e reverência à deusa. Como não é um assunto de grande relevância para mim, destaquei apenas um trecho polêmico: "...Se pegou este livro, Hécate tem algo que deseja compartilhar com você. Será que ela quer se tornar a sua única deusa? Será que ela quer sua devoção total nesta vida? Será que ela está aparecendo apenas para uma aventura curta, mas perspicaz? Eu não posso responder a essas questões – ninguém pode. O que posso oferecer são algumas técnicas, exercícios e histórias que podem auxiliar a dar sentido às suas experiências com Hécate, ou trazer um pouco mais dela para a magia da qual você faz parte..."
July 20, 2023
After reading fantasy books on witches and goddesses I thought I'd take a look at what people who believe in them would write. I came to the conclusion I much prefer reveling in the fantasy portion of it all than living in any manner associated with either. While I know this is a very gross generalization, it seems witches are not much different than any other religious person. The way of the worship merely varies between what is being worshipped and how. Instead of rites at a church, witches will do their own spells or rites at home or wherever possible and with more trinkets and icons maybe. I know not all witches identify with deities, but the whole idea of spell work and craft still signals a belief in something, much like any other sort of spirituality or religion. It all just boils down to what one believes in - or not.
This book wasn't bad since it definitely solidified for me the idea that I haven't ever nor want to put so much meaning into everyday things and objects like keys or crossroads or "torches" (candles, lighters, etc...) simply because I'm too much of a pragmatist than a spiritualist. But at least it was an amusing read. The historical references were interesting. I may find more amusements in the bibliography and references at the end of the book to seek further information, which was greatly appreciated in such a book. But overall, I felt it a bit lacking and in desperate need of a good amount of editing due to glaring errors and some grammatical issues. Some sections lulled me to sleep simply because when I woke myself up I realized full paragraphs were basically one statement written 5 or 6 times with slightly different wording - as if the author couldn't figure out how to expand further on an idea instead of leaving it at one concise statement and moving on. It definitely read as a novice work, despite the author having written a couple other books already.
This book wasn't bad since it definitely solidified for me the idea that I haven't ever nor want to put so much meaning into everyday things and objects like keys or crossroads or "torches" (candles, lighters, etc...) simply because I'm too much of a pragmatist than a spiritualist. But at least it was an amusing read. The historical references were interesting. I may find more amusements in the bibliography and references at the end of the book to seek further information, which was greatly appreciated in such a book. But overall, I felt it a bit lacking and in desperate need of a good amount of editing due to glaring errors and some grammatical issues. Some sections lulled me to sleep simply because when I woke myself up I realized full paragraphs were basically one statement written 5 or 6 times with slightly different wording - as if the author couldn't figure out how to expand further on an idea instead of leaving it at one concise statement and moving on. It definitely read as a novice work, despite the author having written a couple other books already.
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