Giver Of Knowledge Her name literally means “one who gives the essential knowledge of our own self.”  Sarasvati is knowledge itself, and is also Goddess of learning, skills and the arts.  She is a wonderful Goddess to call upon if your in school, or taking art classes. This beautiful Hindu Goddess is the consort of Brahma, who is the God of knowledge.  I cant even imagine the dinner conversation between these two…I feel like there would be silence because they just know everything!  Anyways, Sarasvati was worshiped by many students in ancient times, and then she would grant them blessings for being so devoted.  She loves to help other people…

GODDESS OF THE WISHING WELL We’ve all done it as a child.  Thrown pennies into a fountain while making a wish, little did we know, we were making an offering to a wonderful Celtic goddess.  Her name is Coventina, and the wishing well was made in her honor.  The main well or shrine dedicated to her is locate at Carrawburgh, on Hadrian’s Wall in Britain.  The wells represented the earths very essence and womb, where the Celtics believed Coventinas presence resided most. She also resides in all rivers, lakes, and streams.  Since she is a water goddess, she’s also great for inspiration and divination, all the aspects of the divine…

FREYA’S BROTHER Freyr is known as the God of peace, warriors, abundance and most of all Freya’s twin brother.  Except his chariot is pulled by the golden boar Gullinbursti, instead of two blue cats like his sister.  Freyrs chariot was made for him by dwarfs for the mischievous God Loki to give to him.  The brother and sister duo do have much in common, like the fact that they are both Gods of prosperity, fertility, and fun.  Both are well liked by the opposite sex and show no shame in it.  Freyr is married to the ginatess Gerd, and Freya to Odin, God of war and wisdom.  Freyr fell in…

God Of The Mistletoe Mistletoe has been around for many years, giving others an excuse to lock lips under the doorway that it hangs.  It’s interesting to think that an innocent plant of the holidays could cause the death of a noble God. It all started with the Norse God Baldur; son of Frigga, the Goddess of marriage and divination, and Odin ruler of Aguard.  Baldur lived in a place called Breidablik, with his wife Nanna.  Breidablik was believed to have the power to cast away all lies because it was home to the God of truth and light.  Baldur was well liked by everyone, Gods and men both.  He…

Goddess Of Goodness Bona Dea is a Roman Goddess who’s name actually means “good goddess.”  Her festival was held in December, where people would gather and feast in her honor.  Roman’s also called upon her for help with child birth, and encouraging a fertial womb.  With her avid connecting to abundance and joyful giving, she was commonly worshiped among maids, and underclassmen.  When sickness struck a village or individual, Bona Dea was called upon to grant healthiness.  Snakes were associated with healing, so Bona Dea was often shown in art with snakes around her arms and a cornucopia with coins at her feet. She is the ultimate protector of women,…

GOD OF THE VINE – Dionysus If your mother was killed and descended to the underworld would you go down and save her?  Greek God Dionysus did exactly just that.  When his mother Semele, a mortal, was impregnated by Zeus, she wanted more than anything to see this truly divine presence.  Hera came to Semele in disguise, and told her that she must see Zeus and everything that he was.  So the next time Zeus came to Semele, she made him promise to show himself to her.  Zeus, being madly in love with her, quickly agreed and presented himself in front of her.  Instantly shocked and overwhelmed, Semele was burned…

Hearth Heiress: Hestia She is said to be the warmth that spreads throughout our houses, leaving a calming state of mind.  She watches over ritual and cooking within the homes across the world.  She is the very flame that burns with an ethereal brightness in our fire pits.  Hestia, the Greek Goddess of the hearth, is not only a domestic women, but a protective motherly Goddess.  Even though Hestia promised to never marry and have children, she served as a mother figure for many Gods and Goddesses.  Hestia choose this because she felt it was true to her nature.  She wanted to choose her own path with no influenced of…

THOTH EGYPTIAN GOD OF MAGICS AND WRITING Some ancient Egyptians believe he invented writing itself, and taught it to humankind.  Others go further to believe that he was the creator of all religion an science of the world.  That being said, Thoth was a God of magnificent knowledge and vast skill in learning.  He is said to be messenger of the Gods, because of his writing and language abilities.   Thoth had the head of an Ibis bird.  A white bird with a beak in the shape of a crescent moon.  His connection with the moon and magic is just as strong as his connection to wisdom, making him a…

SIF GODDESS OF GRAIN AND GOLD With hair like the golden wheat fields of earth, Norse Goddess Sif is known for her vibrant locks and motherly attitude towards everything.  She tends to the beings and goods of the earth, making her a harvest Goddess.  Some believe that her hair symbolized golden, growing fields.  Others believe that she was also was seen as a swan, and could be seen flying in between worlds. With all this beauty and enticement, naturally this women would have many love relationships.  Her main and most talked about marriage was with the thunder God, known as Thor.  Together they had a daughter and two sons, who…

Morrigan – FLYING QUEEN When you see a crow or a raven, do you think of them as an omen or a message bringer?  Do you believe them unlucky or enchanting? Crows and ravens are believed to have many meanings and interpretations.  Throughout history they have been known as creatures who can fly through the veil and back again, full of wisdom and power. Naturally these mysterious beings would be in common contact with the intelligent Celtic Goddess Morrigan.  She has even been said to be one herself, flying over battle fields of war, and deciding the fate of the opposing side.  This made her claim the name of The…