The Goddess Hekate and Her Witches

A Livestream Class with Caroline Tully

Sunday, February 28 at 6:45 pm in The Occult Library

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Of all the Goddesses of Witchcraft, Hekate is the best known today. This workshop looks at the origins and history of Hekate, her spheres of influence, sacred animals, relationships with other gods, association with mystery religions, connection with the dead, and her role in regard to famous witch-priestesses from antiquity such as Circe and Medea. Through the examination of primary evidence including ancient religious and magical texts, sculpture, visual art, magical gems, curse tablets, and binding spells, the figure of Hekate will be illuminated. Participants will also look at modern ritual design that incorporates ancient and contemporary understandings of Hekate.

You will learn about:

• Hekate in Contemporary Wicca
• Hekate’s Spooky Reputation
• Ancient Evidence – Greek and Roman Literature and Sculpture
• Triple Hekate
• Hekate’s Epithets, Roles, and Symbols
• Hekate and Magic
• Hekate in Theurgy
• Contemporary Hekate Ritual

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