i’ve been a believer of the hellenic gods for about three years now and i’ve just recently this year started actually practicing, praying, making offerings and just getting more serious in general and i cannot thank you enough for this video. your channel is so helpful and i’ve learned so much, thank you kindly. blessed be

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

💛 thank you so much!

@jakemcnamee9417

Жыл бұрын

I bet you're seeing eagles, or having some kind of sign. 8 remember getting sent eagles after leaving an offering. I know they didn't used to offer it but I think Zeus likes wisky, has responded well when I've offered it before

@theodorospadelidis6537

Жыл бұрын

hello i own a greek culture discord server if you wanna join send me your discord account

@jerodoverfield9635

Жыл бұрын

Hi my name is LORD JEROD THE all might I am the God of destruction Universe 7 with my angel attendant Whis and I also have a lightning bolt beside my Destroyer energy I am coming to Earth to have a temple built to me and I'm looking for the Legendary Super Saiyan God I just woke up from a 200 years nap your planet has a lot of delicious food that Zeus introduced me to he also told me I will not find the Super Saiyan God on Earth that'll have to go to the Dragon Ball timeline Define that Legend but he did tell me that there is a Monkey King God in India that is very similar to the Legendary Super Saiyan God it's also like fight I really would love to be worshipped by you Earthlings and have a lot of food offer to me my favorite is sushi and a lot of it so I'll probably have my temple in Tokyo Japan I also ask Zeus to fight in Zeno's Tournament of power I believe he can win Universe 7 from getting erase and that's why I decide not to destroy Earth peace to all you Earthlings sincerely yours Universe 7 Destroyer

@annn1940

Жыл бұрын

​@@jerodoverfield9635 need help ?

I've never really considered myself a religious person but a month or so ago when I discovered this practice, I found myself comfortable and drawn to it, I'd always been interested in the Greek gods as well! While I'm still very much a novice, I hope the gods will bring me success in my journey!

this might sound silly, but after having watched this video, i feel a little like i might cry (in a good way, lol). i've been trying to do more helpol research to see if this is the path i want to take, and despite my self doubt and heavily ingrained skepticism wrt religion and spirituality (thanks, christianity), it feels like everything is pointing to this. like it has been for years. research has been rough though, because it seems like every time i come across something explaining one concept, it introduces several more i haven't heard of, so it makes the whole thing kind of hard to understand. i was starting to despair last night, afraid i might just not be cut out for this, but then i found this video and it was exactly what i wanted. thank you so much.

@anchorthesun3438

2 жыл бұрын

Christianity has done nothing , I implore you delve into a true denomination like orthodoxy and traditional Catholicism instead of Protestantism and whatver ridiculous watered down nonsense passes itself off as a church nowadays

@kxmuna

2 жыл бұрын

Take whatever path feels good for you but dont stress yourself into getting into religon its not that imporant as everyone makes it, just live life and do good in life and treat YOURSELF good and treat others good and have fun

@patrickkasprik2444

Жыл бұрын

@@anchorthesun3438 Christianity is foreign to Europeans and should be thrown out. Jesus is for Assyrians, not for us. Return to your roots.

@haileykenyon7232

Жыл бұрын

@@anchorthesun3438 hey there i know you feel the need to defend Christianity but the commenter never attacked christianity. They simply stated where they were coming from. And even in orthodoxy and catholicism you can find some pretty hateful, wrathful and harmful ideologies and doctrines. Which is not to say you share in those as you are an individual; we’re not talking about you but rather the christian mythos as a whole. The bible says (and this is in every current translation even) that there are multiple gods but that christians and jews are to worship only the one (annnnd it didnt always say that either it used to include a wife of god) this person has for whatever reasons (which are often incredibly personal) realized that the abrahamic god is not the one who calls upon them. That’s actually ok. Many a religion believes their religion is the only right one and i am sure you believe that of yours but other people are allowed to believe as they wish and to do so without your approval or agreement. Beliefs no matter how much we revere them or how strongly we hold them are opinions and not facts. You are ok i promise; as is anyone perusing a religion that isn’t your. No one is required to see the world the same as you nor are you required to see it the way anyone else does. That said kindness goes a long way no matter what religion your in or joining.

@jonathanlong7504

11 ай бұрын

@@anchorthesun3438 the even worse ones? Nah I’m good😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Thank you so much for your videos! I’m dipping my toes into Hellenic Polytheism and have honestly been turned off by some of the practitioners I have encountered as they come off as gatekeepers and have a “better than you” attitude. You have given me so much information in an honest and nice way. It felt like I was chatting with a friend! It is so appreciated! Definitely subscribed!

What an honest and informative video, thank you! 🙏🏼 I was raised as a Christian, but my Dad always had a deep love for Greek Mythology, despite his faith… 10 years ago I had a series of dramatic dreams, in one of which I destroyed the Kabbalistic Tree Of Life by smashing it onto the ground. Another dream showed me the "true trinity", with Κέρβερος being the Highest Power above all. I didn't expect my life to go this way… but the violent and savage aspects of Hellenism have become extremely attractive, aided furthermore by training my body to reflect that of a Greek Warrior. 😈 Great video, once again!

So awesome to see that people are putting out new vids about this topic, so many of the videos are years old. Keep up the amazing work. 😊

@FeltheBlithe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 💛

You are gorgeous and I love your outfits! Also, thank you for mentioning that we don't have to be 100% historically accurate. For a moment I thought I had to pressure myself into it to please the gods more, but then you helped me realize it's not possible. I love your passion and personality! Keep being you, Fel!

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

This is the first genuinely accessible resource I have found for beginners to helpol like myself. I’ve spent a couple months hoarding links and trying to understand important terms through context clues alone, so having the basics laid out so clearly and succinctly makes me feel a bit less overwhelmed.

I am an Amazigh. My ancestors are Carthaginians. Unfortunately there is nothing left of Amazigh polytheism and punic religions that my ancestors practiced before Christian and Arab colonization. Hellenismos is the closest thing I have of what they practiced before Abrahamic colonization. I abandoned Islam for Hellenistic polytheism. Instead of Allah I now worship the Greek gods especially the goddess Hera and I have never been more happier and spiritually fulfilled.

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you've found a path that resonates with you!

@raggie1778

9 ай бұрын

​@@bloedblarreAmazigh Folklore Religious Name Is Punic Religion (Phoenician/Carthaginian Religion) And Punic Religion Believe Chief God Baal Hammon, Religion Symbol Is Alternative Version Of Ankh Or Molech's Symbol.

@kalez963

Ай бұрын

You are delusional

@accurategamer7085

13 күн бұрын

Bro jumped from stupid cult to a stupider cult 😵‍💫 can't fix stupid I guess

@jwsy1821

3 күн бұрын

RETURN TO CHRIST

"Reaching back so we can reach forward". That is just so absolutely perfect. 💚🖤💖

@FeltheBlithe

11 ай бұрын

💚🧡💙

I've recently been looking for channels and books that help explain this stuff, and this was SO helpful. Your tone and explanations were so lovely and helped me feel less overwhelmed by all this information! Thank you so much and I'm looking forward for more videos!!

i’m a bit late to this but thank you so much for making this video!! i’m an ex-christian, n’ for years i’ve felt a calling towards Helpol (though i didn’t know the exact name of it at the time) n’ nature and paganism in general. i’ve just started researching the history and stuff behind it, but there are so many concepts to unravel and it is honestly overwhelming at times. especially since i am also considering some witchcraft or practices (but not mixing the two). overall, i want to find my path and over time create a practice and find a religion that truly speaks to me (so far it is Helpol), but i needed help finding where to start. this video was a perfect intro for this concept and it helped me understand more of it. overall it was a really good summary. hopefully i’ll find what is right for me :] thanks again!!

all of the vocab in this video is so important! i understood the concepts but not the words for them. i appreciate that you made this series.

Im so glad I found your channel! ❤️ I am definitely one of those people who started with witchcraft for years before venturing over to the Hellenic side of things. I’ve always had an interest, I’m a big history nerd. I can’t wait to join you on this journey, and I thank you very much for sharing your knowledge! I’m excited! Also, I’m loving the whole “History is Alive”.

I'm only half way through your video, and ik its been like 10 months since you made this, but this video has shed some light on certain things I didn't even know about! Thank you! You just gained a new sub 🥰

I learned so much about Hellenism. I didn't know about those differences in terms tho (e.g. Hellenistic vs Hellenic). Looking forward to see more! :3

@FeltheBlithe

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah! It's a very common mistake and it's easy to see how it happens since "Hellenistic" sounds more similar to Hellenism than Hellenic

@Piper_McLean345

6 ай бұрын

@@FeltheBlithe I’m learning about this right now so I can practice when I leave my Christian home.

Im part greek and Celtic and im very intereste in their ancient culture so im glad i found this channel its very interesting! Im alao a witch and im thinking about getting in to somthing like this

@raggie1778

9 ай бұрын

Are You Wiccan? Hellenist? Or Druid Religion?

This video is the best thing that's ever happened to me. I don't know why but this video makes everything so much realer and gives me something to actually begin my practice with and thank you so much for putting books to read because I have looked everywhere.

What a great video! I love how calm and soothing your voice sounds

This is absolutely the best hellenic paganism video I've seen. It's exactly the kind of approach I've been looking for!

I am so incredibly grateful to have found your channel! For someone who's interested and feels a certain pull towards, yet has limited knowledge, finding this video is like winning the lottery. Thank you!

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🧡

Thank you so much Fel for this video!! I love learning new things and I'm so glad I could find your channel. You say what you know in such a sensible and clear way, How I wish others could do the same. I learned more about the Hellenic Polytheism within these 30 minutes than in a lifetime. I wish you're well, and keeping good airs in your videos. Best regards from south america! :D

I think it was a great intro. I hope you will continue making videos on this topic. I come to the Hellenistic religion from Stoicism and simply an interest in ancient Greece, and I will probably never believe that gods actually exist, but I can tthink of them in a poetic sense, as ways to see and interpret the world, and I think it's important to learn about them. Liked, subscribed, and... fingers crossed :)

This video is wonderful Fel. Your content is excellent. You also have a great sense of elegance and style!

Gods, this is amazing! Thank you so much for this! This is one of those videos that, if there were a more-than-like button, I'd press it. I've been on the fence about becoming a Hellenic Polytheist for about a year now, and this video helped me understand it so much better and get a sense of whether it is something I would want to do! My biggest concerns were can I still be an eclectic witch, can I still celebrate the sabbats, and how closely do I have to adhere to traditional practices. All were answered in this video!

@FeltheBlithe

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Best of luck on your journey

THANKS SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO. it was very useful and explanatory. I am happy that you bring videos on Hellenic polytheism! I am very grateful for the subtitles, I am not a native English speaker and the subtitles are VERY helpful in understanding what people are saying in English. thank you very much also for recommending some readings and for the final speech, it was comforting. 🥰💗

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

Of course! I'm a bit slow with getting the subtitles nailed down (as I'm only one person) but I'm trying to make sure all videos get subtitles for folks who need or want them!

@aler2623

2 жыл бұрын

@@FeltheBlithe thank you for all the effort you are putting into it! I'm also seeing your other videos and they are really good. 🥰💗

Beautiful and enriching presentation. Especially enjoyed your wit and ability to be present & focused on your message rather than the delivery. Looking forward to your follow up on Plato/Socrates (7.42). Best regards, JY

@FeltheBlithe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It might take me awhile to get to them as there's so much to cover, but I'll get there eventually

@PhilosopherMuse

3 жыл бұрын

"Slow and steady wins the race." ;)

thanks so much for making this series because while i have been sort of a hellenist for a year, jumping into any religion is really daunting, especially when texts recommended by the community are written with academics in mind, that these videos kind of bridge the gap, if that makes any sense. it's easier to hear someone talk about this than trying to decipher academic jargon yknow? plus some recons can be really intense about hellenism, especially if you are coming from a modern witchcraft perspective and you're still new to the ideas.

@FeltheBlithe

Жыл бұрын

Definitely! I'm glad you found this series helpful. I know I was certainly overwhelmed when I first started

When I first came to this video (after having it recommended by a friend) I was like "ugh, this is a half hour long" but while watching it I got genuinely intrigued, I'm very interested in learning more about hellenism. Thank you for making this!

@FeltheBlithe

11 ай бұрын

glad you enjoyed it in the end! :)

This was a great video! Looking forward to seeing more of your content 😊

@FeltheBlithe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! :) Always look forward to your videos too

This was so unbelievably helpful and educational omg I can't thank you enough! I've considered myself a "spiritual" person for a while now and have been studying witchcraft for only a few months but I have always been interested in the Greek Pantheon. Now I feel like I can approach a practice respectfully! thank you so much!

Super terrific video, thank you for specifics. Great job.

this video was a while back ago but i just wanted to say thank you. i have been looking for a religion that i would feel safe in and don’t feel restricted in. i have finally pushed myself to take a dive in and this was the first video i saw explaining this. so thank you and i hope you are having a good day. :)

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

💚

@jwsy1821

3 күн бұрын

Jesus is not restricting anyone. It saves your life. Reject the nonsense of polytheism, turn to Jesus, my friend

I’ve only just found you via Ivy’s channel…..I’m starting at the beginning 😊 & I already love what you are doing ❤ thank you

@FeltheBlithe

11 ай бұрын

yay! love Ivy! glad you found your way here

So glad to have found your channel!

Χαίρετε! This video was awesome! I'm glad to hear an in-depth explanation of our theology. Will definitely be subscribing :)

Humble and refreshing. Thanks for posting.

Thanks for making this ! Great video!

I've been a praticeing Hellenist for about five years now. And I'm so Glad I found your channel. It's wonderful your giving me so much information and insite.

@elijahdonsei1408

2 жыл бұрын

@Noah Scheid my patrons are Aphrodite, Athena,Hermse & Hellios I also worship Hera and Zeus as well as my hero Aneas and my prophet Pythagoras who I believe is God incarnate & of course Hestia always aswell Agothos Damien and a local river. I honnor the entirety of the Theio but these are enitties I'm closest too.

@elijahdonsei1408

2 жыл бұрын

@Noah Scheid I still live at home and I don't have room for an altar or a shrine to lady Hestia, I don't cruently have anything to represent her either. My Hearth is my own heart and therefore Hestia gets the highest honnor in my personal practice in Hellemismos.

@elijahdonsei1408

2 жыл бұрын

@Jai Bholenath जय भोलेनाथ I love lord surryia! Hellenisom and Hinduism are sister religions my favorite Hindu God is definitely Kali Ma and Lord Genesh I'm also a big fan of the Sai baba Avatars.

@theodorospadelidis6537

Жыл бұрын

@@elijahdonsei1408 hello i own a greek culture discord server if you wanna join send me your discord account

Hi From Idaho, I have been on a spiritual journey of finding myself for years have been feeling lost, your vids they way you speak helped me solidify, the gods and goddess have givan you a great opportunity spread their word, i am very new into Hellenic Polytheism, your vidieos have been a great introduction and were i also should look onto so keep what your doing and thank you

@FeltheBlithe

Жыл бұрын

🧡 Best of luck on your journey

Thanks for sharing a modern perspective on such a beautiful and ancient tradition. I'm not polytheist myself, but I love to experience world traditions vicariously through others.

I'm so happy to see more hellenic youtubers

I love your work!!! Thank you

Been in modern witchcraft for years. Just learning about Hellenism via this video today. Was looking into ancient Greek history after learning that I am 15% Calabrian Greek. I always thought I was just half Italian, but I guess many southern Italians are part Greek! I took a blood test, and now totally vibing on this! This aligns.

Thanks for taking time to make this channel. I feel I'm going to be spending some time here. Also...full disclosure...I'm a mortician and I listened to this while cleaning my preparation center, surrounded by dead people. It was just ironic to listen to a video discussing miasma...while being surrounded my miasma. Anyway, Thanks!

@costumeink147

2 жыл бұрын

That's so interesting because I immediately considered people in your line of work and the gods associated with them when she went into the miasma topic. I believe in one of Aliakai's videos she at mentions how Haides ruled over funerary rites and practices. And I just find it interesting how it seems like some deities such as Haides, Apollon and Thanatos don't seem to be ...bothered by the death related miasma.

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing haha I have a whole video on purification and miasma. I do wonder how it was when the Greeks and Egyptians were then preparing their dead side by side given the stark difference in practice 🤔 In my irl job I actually get to tell people about the burial practices of the 17th-18th century, very fascinating Puritans vs Anglicans

@leesnider3997

2 жыл бұрын

@@FeltheBlithe To tell the truth (and I'm a little ashamed of this...) I really don't know how the Greeks felt about the dead, other than of course, having concepts of miasma, I'm sure they didn't like having them around. As far as the Egyptians, it's interesting...the physical dead body was very important to a successful after life in that the spirit (either ba or ka...can't remember witch) came back to it, but there was also a big separation of the dead from the living. The Pharos were housed in vaults and pyramids and the lower classes were kept in the necropolis on the other side the the Nile...which is also where the funerary priests resided, so I'd guess that there was some "miasmic idea." However I doubt it was seen a as a substance, but rather a fear of interfering with the business of the dead. ...I digress...but I'm also a psych major which makes we wonder about the subconscious tendency of all peoples to instinctually avoid the dead... Anyway...Keep going on the vids. I've watched a bunch and I enjoy your style, as well as you attention do detail.

@nicomoist5336

2 жыл бұрын

@@costumeink147 i never knew Apollon doesn't mind miasma. Is it because of texts referring him as the bringer of violent deaths through his arrows? (While his sister, Artemis, is the bringer of peaceful deaths through her arrows.) Specifically the myth where Artemis and Apollo avenge their mother's name.

Excellent video. Thank you.

It's been very helpful to grasp the bases of the topic......I would like to get some suggestions for some good books about western philosophy .....please do share your recommendations .........keep going and keep learning 😊😊

Hi! Thank you for what you do, I love your videos! Do you have any videos about Nehkbet? Thank you

It's so hard to find other Hellenic polytheists. I am just starting out so this video is so helpful!

how did you go about getting involved in communities focused on hellenism specifically? I've spent a lot of time in the more folk witch and some celtic polytheist spaces, but haven't found many focused on hellenic polytheism. loving your videos, though I think I started at the end earlier so I'm trying to go in order now

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

haha no worries, there's no real "end" or "beginning". I'm a part of a couple of HelPol focused discords. I believe we have a few mutual servers so I can invite you to them if you want!

@esoclectic

2 жыл бұрын

that would be amazing!!

I’m quite drawn to Hellenism after getting listening to a bunch of philosophy. Although I’m Buddhist too I have a pagan background. I remember the concept of “gift for a gift” was also something I remember reading in some stories in Norse mythology a while ago. I love your channel thanks for your amazing videos. 🥰

just some random suggestions: probably add some maps/pictures of what you're talking about cause I honestly get lost sometimes of what/whereabout you're talking. plus, it's more interesting to see an image of something, esp maps cause I like to see those

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

good suggestion! I was thinking about that earlier today, adding in maps and other helpful images

Thank you so much for this video Do you have any recommendations specifically on how exactly to start out?

@FeltheBlithe

Жыл бұрын

Start with where you feel called! If you like music, maybe check out Apollo, if you like knowledge, maybe Zeus or Athena. I have tons of new videos on my channel all about this journey

Thanks to this video I now have $200 in my Bookshop shopping cart. :D Great video, I look forward to the rest of the playlist.

Thank you for clarification of any potential cleansing of ignorance. As one who follows the path, no specific God, I think studying theology as well as science is both fascinating as well as enlightening!

@ibrahimalharbi3358

11 ай бұрын

As a Muslim, I strongly believe that it is unjust for believers to impede others from forming their own beliefs. God has granted us free will, and no one should impose their beliefs on others. If someone genuinely believes that Allah is the ultimate truth, I am confident that Allah would not punish those who seek the truth, even if they were unable to fully embrace it before passing away. A verse from the Quran supports this: "Whoever chooses to be guided, it is only for their own good. And whoever chooses to stray, it is only to their own loss. No soul will bear the burden of another's sins, and Allah will not punish a people until He has sent a messenger to warn them."

Hello! Im very much new to paganism/polytheism so I have a few questions. My biggest question would be- do you HAVE to give offerings and do rituals for certain gods/goddesses or is acknowledging that they're there enough? I don't know if that made sense but id really appreciate if you could help me out

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

You can offer to whomever you want, however much feels comfortable to you!

I have school tomorrow but i think im gonna stay up all night watching these videos and take notes lmfao

I'm new in my journey and I'm so glad to have found your channel.

Hellenic polytheism as a modern practice just came up on my radar. Would you be interested in doing a discussion/interview on the subject?

I love your channel very nice ❤❤❤

Question: Would believers like yourself have communication with similar organisations in Greece? The Greek Nationals High Commissioned Council was featured in a Vice documentary before, and they use the autonym "Dodekatheist" (versus "monotheist"). Wondering too if there are groups that meet or if the current state outside of Greece is more like linked solitary practitioners. Thank you!

Absolutely love your personality! Great video, helped me understand a lot

@FeltheBlithe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm glad it was helpful!

Hey now? What was the issue with mixing epithets? My admittedly surface level understanding was that you could mix them as a way of acknowledging the wide ranging power of the god of goddess in question.

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

I was referring to best practice being not calling in the ouranic and chthonic aspect in the same ritual, as they were generally done separately, mixing other epithets is fine. Generally the idea was that you were using an epithet to essentially signal *which* aspect of the god you were referring to. So calling in the Psychopomp (chthonic) aspect of Hermes when you are doing a ritual for Hermes of the Marketplace doesn't make much sense. If you're just praising Hermes in general, I don't see a problem with mixing, but when offerings get involved, things can become contentious

Awesome I’m a Hellenic polytheist myself. Do you have any resources for Greco Buddhism? (a syncretic religion in Bactria that combines Hellenic polytheism and Early Buddhism?

@FeltheBlithe

3 жыл бұрын

I am aware of it, however I'm not confident enough in my understanding of it to be able to recommend any resources! I would check out the source page in its Wikipedia, that might be a good place to start

@voltairines6352

2 жыл бұрын

Your profile picture is concearning. Are you aware that the black sun is a nazi symbol used by the SS?

@thebreadpilledwitch7508

2 жыл бұрын

@@voltairines6352 yes, I just learned that and I’m planning on changing it

I spent two decades teaching the classics, among other subjects, to college freshmen and sophomores and loved the material and the teaching, so I'm definitely drawn to Hellenic philosophy and religion. But having also grown up in the age of contemporary skepticism, I find a gulf between the appeal that the mythology has aesthetically and my need to demonstrate the factual basis of whatever I believe. How do you view the gods and so forth and what gets you to that position?

@FeltheBlithe

11 ай бұрын

Honestly this is super complex haha, I used to be super nihilistic and atheistic because it was the only way to live christian fundamentalism for me. Belief was something I cultivated, it didn't just "happen". I see the gods as the beauty and raw power of nature, the unspeakable connections we have with our loved ones, the mystery and intrigue of dreams. I hope that makes sense.

@gregcampwriter

11 ай бұрын

@@FeltheBlithe That sounds like something that Tolkien and C.S. Lewis argued, namely that stories are true in ways that history can't be.

i know this is late but i'd like to say this is a really helpful video and thank you so so much. i've been looking into doing more helpol research and i'm very happy that i found your channel! however i do have a question. in the section where you talk about rules in hellenism you say 'bury the dead'. i'm wondering if this is absolutely necessary? i personally am terrified of the idea of being buried but everything else about helpol seems right for me, should i choose a different path if i don't want to be buried?

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

It depends on your own interpretation! They didn't have proper cremation or other forms of burial practices we do now. I also don't wish to be buried in the traditional sense, it's more about giving the dead their last rites and "laying them to rest" than anything else

@freddieisgone6401

2 жыл бұрын

@@FeltheBlithe that makes sense, thank you so much :)

Fir someone whos been obsessed with hermeticism and neoplatonism. I think this is the perfect and rational framework to understand how we should view the gods. I think this website explains it succinlty for the hellen inclined pagan

Thank you so much, its great video!!!! i love it

Thank you for this!

Yes I live that you are here talking about this and I love you put pic the pagan he is my favorite one to see on the religion we share. It's nice to know I'm not alone

Thank you!

As an Indian I love seeing this. The world slowly exploring their spiritual roots.

@FatalMatter-sz6gs

9 күн бұрын

Yes! We are slowly freeing ourselves from the abrahamic death cults.

congrats. As for terminology, "pagan, pagani" is the latin term of the greek word "héllēn héllēnes" and another term used is the greek word "ethnikós, ethnikoí" or in latin "gentili" from gens - ethnos. Indicating the plurality of connection to the various pagans - héllēnes with their place and tradition even when define themselves as Kosmopolítai. Héllēn ethnikós here. Also consider that hellenismos survived dark ages, look for michael marullus trachaniota eg until recent times

37 years to find this. Absolutely fascinating. I'm going to do an independent classics degree now. Haha. Books ordered. Xx

@FeltheBlithe

Жыл бұрын

Best of luck on your journey!

I might not believe in this religion (I’m an atheist) I find it very important to not only protect the religion but also normalize it because as a huge mythology fan (and a Greek guy) I think we must protect these stories and this religion does that, also I believe that as long as you are not hurting anybody believe in whatever you want

@theodorospadelidis6537

Жыл бұрын

hello i own a greek culture discord server if you wanna join send me your discord account

@Bongbongo

Жыл бұрын

Fr mythology stories are so badass

@ibrahimalharbi3358

11 ай бұрын

I agree, as a Muslim, I strongly believe that it is unjust for believers to impede others from forming their own beliefs. God has granted us free will, and no one should impose their beliefs on others. If someone genuinely believes that Allah is the ultimate truth, I am confident that Allah would not punish those who seek the truth, even if they were unable to fully embrace it before passing away. A verse from the Quran supports this: "Whoever chooses to be guided, it is only for their own good. And whoever chooses to stray, it is only to their own loss. No soul will bear the burden of another's sins, and Allah will not punish a people until He has sent a messenger to warn them."

Is that a Roman/Greek coin you're wearing as a necklace? I recently purchased a denarius from the time of Antoninus Pius, a lot of coins had been found from that time period so it wasn't as expensive. I was thinking about adding an as of the same emperor to my denarius when I visited an Ancient Coin shop in Rome, but I didn't go through with it.

@FeltheBlithe

Жыл бұрын

It’s a reproduction! I don’t own any actual antiques

This is honestly really helpful. I'm a witch and pagan, but lately I've been really wondering my actual path. I have dieties that I work with and have relationships with that are mostly Greek, but some from others as well. I'm trying to figure out what path I should actually be taking. This is really helping me with researching

Hello, just wanted to put in my two cents on the idea of casting a circle and it not being accurate. Temples and places of ancient practice were dedicated using a bunch of purification ceremonies and rituals. In my mind (and this is just me) using a ritual, even a fairly modern one, to create a cleansed space that you can then dedicate to whatever god/gods you are calling on is the polite thing to do. But again that's just how I think of it.

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

That's an interesting way to think about it! Especially given the fact most of us don't have access to temples, that could certainly be a way to create a similarly sacred space.

Awesome vid

this might sound like a very stupid question but I'm genuinely curious about this one: do the gods take offense to you reading for example greek mythology AU fanfictions?

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

I don't really think so, I think reading them is fine

So i know this video is a couple years old now but i figured i would try. what source(s) do you have for the lyma/miasma/agos? I can find more info about miasma but only one reference to agos in Walter Burkert's 'greek religion' and nothing about lyma?

@FeltheBlithe

10 ай бұрын

Check out the sources in my purification and cleanliness video!

@Esoteri2

10 ай бұрын

@@FeltheBlithe thank you!

Just a question. Is it possible to worship more than one pantheon? Like worshipping gods from both Norse and Greek patheons

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! This is often done today (and was done historically too)

@redacted5078

2 жыл бұрын

@@FeltheBlithe alright thanks!

@guitarchicca

2 жыл бұрын

@@FeltheBlithe Hi there! Genuine question here, (I mean it in no way of being rude, I am genuinely interested in the meaning Hellenism) I am quite confused on what IS Hellenism? I thought that it meant that you worshiped Greek gods? So, how is worshiping God's from say Norse religion a thing? Again, I mean it in a nice way, I'm just confused. If you could help me that would be amazing! Thank you! ❤️

Wow. Thank you. In the last 15 or so years, I've been trying to piece things together. On one hand, I have Mediterranean influence on both sides of my family. That has been confusing enough. On another, there is the Germanic element. On yet another, there is the Ukrainian/Slavic and Siberian background. So, it gets confusing. I seem to follow a Mediterranean system that includes Slavic and indigenous Siberian elements. One might think of the country of Turkey (considering its complex past), but that doesn't quite work. That said, I don't base everything on ancestry. I am on as much of a journey as you are.

I was wondering ur thought when u say mixing witchcraft and Hellenism can be tricky, what abt Hekate ?

im that hellenic polytheist that prays to and worships all the greek gods and goddesses because id never limit myself that just feels off to me because they were ALL there, also i just joined the religion and am so happy because i belong, everything makes sense. also thank you for the books i need them

@theodorospadelidis5428

Жыл бұрын

hello i own a greek culture discord server if you wanna join send me your discord account

I always grew up believing in the gods because neither of my parents ever tried to force a religion onto me (my dad is atheist and my mum believes in multiple gods but is more just spiritual than religious) and my country/culture is very areligious. so, to me, it always made inherent sense that multiple gods existed, specifically the ones I grew up learning about which were the Hellenic gods.

What do you think of the ancient family by Numa Denis Fustel De Coulanges ?

Good job for this beautiful video.I send my agapi from hellas !

The Britannica entry on Hellenistic religion describes a period from 300BC to 1AD that almost exactly describes the changes from Judaism to Christianity. It even mentions changing a national deity to supreme deity which is what happened to Yahweh. Seems like Christianity and all the mystery religions are religions influenced by Hellenism. The prophet or saviour replaced the priest and king as the chief religious figure. In the diasporic centres, as is generally characteristic of immigrant groups, there were two circles. The first (or inner circle) was composed of devout, full-time adherents of the cult for whom the deity retained a separate and decisive identity ( those of Yahweh, Zeus Serapis, and Isis).

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I'm actually going to cover that influence in my next video. it's really a fascinating time period.

I really like your video's

thanks for the video. For someone like me who deconverted from christianity and is considering hellenism, what do you recommend in general?

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

I recommend looking at my Q&A video where I go over some beginner resources

@soaringeagle95

Жыл бұрын

@@FeltheBlithe I finally found it, thank you. I may check it out later :). if you have any other suggestions, do let me know!

I’m a very new to this and I’ve been wondering if u can be a Norse pagan and a Hellenic pagan ?/gen

@FeltheBlithe

2 жыл бұрын

Yup! I know people who are both, though I suggest if you're just starting out to dive deep on one before trying to incorporate both-otherwise you can get overwhelmed and frustrated. For Norse pagans on KZread, I suggest Wolf the Red and Ocean Keltoi.

11:14 IVE heard piety as like being “religiously correct behavior” and which honestly is quite helpful cuz when you grow up in a very Christian setting people throw the word pious around quite a lot without ANY explanation

omg that ``im going to be wrong and im not an expert`` was so cute it made me feel like i am in a rly nice safe space for people that are new in to Hellenism

What a pleasure to have discovered another who pays honour to the Old gods and the old ways! My channel does a similar thing!

Greetings from philistina

That's a beautiful video thank you. As a hellenic man I want to thank you. I would like to hear You're opinion about alexander. Because of what is going on Now. With the country north of greece that I would like to call themselves Macedonians.

Hi! Thanks for this video Fel. I just wanted to ask, how do you respond to bad things (be it but their standards and or by our contemporary standards) that the gods have done. I find it hard to let's say, worship to Zeus who had numerous affairs and only protected his power and worship Poseidon who killed sailors for fun or out of random rages. I know these are myths which is why I wish to know your response!

@FeltheBlithe

11 ай бұрын

These are really good questions! I have a non-mythical literalist view of the gods. Meaning, I don't view those as things they have literally done, rather stories the ancients TOLD about the gods according to their own standards, morals and laws. I'll probably cover this in a video sometime, but I see the gods as akin to nature. Sometimes storms bring needed rain, sometimes storms destroy. I hope that makes sense!

So glad i found your channel. Dont spell it - the-o-e , it spells like this- th-ae-e, ''oi' in greek is spelled ''e'', and ''e'' is spelled like the latin ''ae'', like the 'E in egg. Θεοί.

I've heard about the idea of god/desses calling to someone. Is this idea present in Hellenism? Is it a matter of knowing who might be calling to you?