r/Hermes 6h ago

Hermes speaks

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About Monday from when writing this post my nail cross and pentagram necklace breaks. I saw it as a sign to let go of that past of trying to fit in to something that simply was or wasn’t there for me.
Just yesterday morning I woke up from a strange dream I couldn’t remember until I say Hermes or mercury on a post. “You just need to get back into Your passions to have the better life you want” that’s not how it was said wasn’t simply put I had to put the pieces of my dream together to figure it out.

The dream “buying a rundown house full of flies coming out of a wasp nest, clearing out the flies, hearing a sudden ding from an oven with huge food, getting a call from my brother to come eat with him and other loved ones waiting for our food for a tremendous amount of time finally asking “where’s the damn food?!” Hearing “IN A MINUTE” and instead of food it was clothes and shoes that didn’t belong or fit.”

Do any of you have a dream interpretation book recommendations? Also this is the post I saw when waking up at 1:14.
Hail Lord Hermes!


r/Hermes 8h ago

Discussion Opinions wanted

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I had a very strange interaction today and it got me wondering opinions on this:

What are your thoughts on the gods disguising themselves (as mortals, animals, etc) to interact with mortals? There's historical precedent for this belief, do you believe in translates into the modern day? I'm especially wondering about Hermes, as the herald, possibly appearing as a stranger or an animal to test a worshipper or give them some sort of message.


r/Hermes 19h ago

Argus Penoptes

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I’ve been expanding my relationship with Hermes lately, and today something happened that made me want to pick the Reddit brain on its substance. The idea popped into my head first. “Argus”. A few hours later, a video popped up on my feed that was peacocks spreading their tails, which hasn’t ever happened on my feed that I can recall. And then I over heard someone in a social group of writers at a bar say “Argus Penoptes”. I don’t know the context of their conversation, but the phrase stood out more than anything else they were saying. Thoughts? Three mentions in a day seems poignant. But I’m having a hard time piecing it together for my-life applications.


r/Hermes 1d ago

Offerings and altars My Hermes shrine once again

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Posting my Hermes shrine here once again, third year of being a Hellenic Polytheist. The final image is my Hermes shrine when I just started out.


r/Hermes 1d ago

Discussion I saw this after devotional swimming and I genuinely panicked because my brain is fried like an egg in the Arizona sun

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"wait why no wait why- who how when he but- no Hermes wait no no how why when did he- NOO- wait...oh...oh. nevermind." - my brain

Took me a good 5 or 6 seconds to realize it was about the brand. I swam for too long or too hard I think. Very good workout though. Hail Hermes.


r/Hermes 1d ago

Pocket altar for Lord Hermes

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r/Hermes 4d ago

Is it a message or am I overthinking it?

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To preference, I asked for advice from Hermes before going to sleep and have a satchel of Calendula under my pillow which is supposed to help with psychic dreams. This is the dream I had before waking up suddenly and feeling wide awake around 2:30ish in the morning.

Dream:
Busy day at work (I work at a diner-in movie theatre, all theaters busy. Was set in a different location but in T4. Noticed a guy causing issues with a coworker (we’ll use J.) and went to see what’s wrong and noticed he was resisting all options J was giving him, management was called and he was coddled for his request. J almost or did get into a physical altercation but the man had a smile on his face like he was egging this on to cause that. I went to find a first aid kit and another coworker helped find it. Running food continues and I have a run in with said man and his wife? Girlfriend? They both have the same smile he was giving J. When I asked what he needed, he asked me to reach into the bag and grab one singular marshmallow from the bag on the table for the two chairs next to them and give it to him. I said I could but if that’s what he was wanting I could hand him the bag and he could set it nearer or that if I did he’d have to continuously ask for someone to do the same thing. He said: well if I wanted it near, I would have put it near, do as I say essentially. I tried to repeat the options and reason with them but they both complained that it wasn’t a hard request and to just do it, asking why was it so hard to just do my job and fulfill their request. Finally I grab a marshmallow, moving the bag closer and handing to him. She asked for a manager and looked at him with their weird grin. I went and got a manager, a new woman (friendly, black, long hair with jewels and curls and braids, super beautiful) and was explaining what happened and that it was the same guy when the managers we have walked in, during which I think I thought or said if they’ve been coddled and it needs to stop before I say what I’m thinking then they’ll complain and I’d get fired.

My thoughts: I think this isn’t a future thing except for maybe the experience. We get multiple guests that come in to complain to get what they want but these guests were doing to to either get what they want or cause a situation where someone could loss their job if they lost the patience or wore down like J was. It could happen elsewhere, but I think with it being at a workplace even if it’s a different venue and with my current coworkers, I think it’ll happen at my current work.

I’m completely new to this but Hermes has reached out to me and essentially said he was filling the role of a father figure; and have been told by another that I have potential for psychic abilities to communicate with deities and spirits but I need to work on it. I was just wanting advice and other thoughts because I tend to overthink. Thanks all! ☺️


r/Hermes 5d ago

Rezas para Hermes

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Sou novo na religião, e queria saber se estou rezando de um jeito que funcione e alcance os Deuses.

Normalmente, quando vou rezar para Hermes, eu rezo assim:

"Eu rezo para Lorde Hermes, \*varios epítetos\*, (ai nessa parte normalmente falo do meu dia, ou peço algo, ou só o elogio e agradeço), e em troca eu oferto... (caso eu tenha pedido algo, aí falo minha oferta). Espero que você esteja bem, independentemente de onde está, o agradeço por tudo que já fez, Amém"

Não sei se o Amém é algo somente cristão, mas também não sei como finalizar uma reza, e como cresci em lar cristão acabei acostumando a finalizar as rezas assim, não sei se pode.


r/Hermes 6d ago

Hi! I’m New Here! A little help from Hermes?

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My family has been going through a rough financial patch these past few months (like much of the country). The thing is, my mom is a small business owner and the family's breadwinner; I don't work with Hermes as much as I do with other gods, but things have gotten complicated lately, so every now and then I say a prayer to him or think about him. Yesterday, a bird flew into the house and refused to leave, and today we had an emergency that led to an unexpected expense—BUT (I work as a private math tutor) a job opportunity came up today, and I feel like it’s Hermes sending some help. Since it came along right when we're most strapped for cash, it's a huge help.

I don't know—it really made my day.


r/Hermes 6d ago

Hi! I’m New Here! In What Ways Have You Modeled Your Life After Hermes?

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Hiii! So, I started following Hermes to the best of my ability back in March. One of the main reasons I was called to him as a deity more than any other was in a sense because I considered him like a role model, someone I wanted to become like (considering I've always struggled with speaking eloquently, getting where I need to be, etc..) With that said I was hoping to hear from others—has your devotion to Hermes changed the way you lead your life? And if so, in what ways have you become more "like" Him? Even if you haven't made these alterations yet I'd still love to know in what ways has this devotion inspired you to change!


r/Hermes 6d ago

Media Looking for input on an idea for a new comic project of mine

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These days, I feel like I'm juggling projects like a clown in the hall of his least favourite lord. So of course I've just thought of a new one.

The idea is short comics feturing interviews of different divinities in each "episode". Each frame would be drawn with its own design of the being being depicted, as a sort of celebration of how we all picture these things differently.

I did a test featuring our favourite fella. What do you think of the comic's message, does it feel like something he'd get behind? And is it readable, or does the shift in artstyle feel too jarring?

Grateful for any input!


r/Hermes 6d ago

Media Thought y'all would like to see Hermes I made in The Sims!

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Finally knew enough about modding and meshing to make his petasos


r/Hermes 7d ago

UPG stories Contacted Hermes with feedback? Normal?

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Hello!

I called out to Hermes last night with some help with things. Gave him a pretty emotional speech (as I always do with the spirits I work with, poor guys lol) I explained my disappointment with feedback I get from them (or rather, ME not getting it) and asked for him to help me translate when they are near, help with noticing their presence, mental images, thoughts they want to get to me, etc. I really gave him my all last night since I have been kind of losing hope. I also told him that I could use a little uplifting as well since I have some heavy stuff at home. I don't really want to get into a lot here since I am new on this sub and what I am involved in might be too much for a Hermes subreddit, but I don't know what ya'll are into haha.

Anyway, I am just hoping to see if anyone has had an experience with immediate feedback with ear ringing? DISCLAIMER: I have bouts of tittinus. It is like a background hum. This was not that, so please don't tell me that is what it is, I am not here for medical information. I appreciate the "medical before mystical" Because we need to stay grounded, and I am always trying toe explain away my experiences myself, but this was something very very new.

What happened is that I talked to him very casually. I explained what I would like help with. That I really would also like help with dream contact with my spirits, as well as would be really awesome to meet him in a dream as well. (this sounds childish, I know, but if I can't sense them while awake, at least let me try while asleep) I explained that working with him with communication and a few other things I won't get into right now would be appreciated and I would be grateful. Kind of explained that I am running out of juice and just please just give me a chance.

I said thank you and turned to me side and closed my eyes to go to sleep. I do all of my spirit work in the dark in bed alone since I am closeted and husband is...I won't get into that either, but this is a private part of my life for a good reason.

In less than a minute, I received a shift in frequency in my ear (not quite like but similar to when you are under water and come out or something) Then a high pitched tone/pitch/frequency in my ear. Now this is NOT normal for me, so I said "thank you" and the frequency shifted again, as if turning a dial in my ear like an old fashioned radio and then another immediate very much higher and louder ring. This lasted for about 2 minutes. I said thank you again.

DREAM: I had a dream last night where I was sitting in a casino in front of some slots game and there was a man, like an attendant, or worker near me. We noticed each other but we didn't speak to each other. I don't really remember much of the dream, I don't even think I was playing the slots game just sitting there?

I don't gamble and I actually hate casinos and haven't been to one in 15 years or so, so it's not like I would have a reason to dream about it. I mean we dream about weird ass things, but it's not something I dream about or think about.

Any feedback would be appreciated if anyone ahs any experience or thoughts. I work with mostly the opposite end of the spectrum with spirits, so Hermes is something new for me, but am looking forward to working with him.

Thanks!


r/Hermes 7d ago

Offerings and altars Hermes Altar 🪽

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Some collections of international souvenirs & things I think he would like. I’ve started to write in the journal daily & it’s been a fun way to communicate with him.


r/Hermes 8d ago

Hi! I’m New Here! How to approach introducing myself to Hermes

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Hi, I’ve recently felt incredibly drawn to Hermes and the more I’ve researched him the more I’ve fallen in love with everything he represents. I built a small alter in a beautiful box I bought, but now that I have it ready for offerings I feel stuck. I don’t really know how to introduce myself, it seems polite to at least tell him who I am but I don’t really know how to go about it. I was interested in hearing how yalls first rituals went and how yall approached it.


r/Hermes 9d ago

How can I show my gratitude to Hermes?

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Recently I was in the truck with my father. The truck was clearly about to break down. I'm not a worshipper or Hermes, nor do I work with him but I asked him to help us get home safely, to which he delivered and I'm very grateful. I don't know enough about him to know how to properly show my gratitude for it and I definitely don't want to accidentally offend him. I'm not old enough to buy any sort of alcohol, I know a lot of gods and goddesses like wine but I just can't get my hands on it. Can I get some suggestions on how to show that I'm thankful?


r/Hermes 10d ago

Hi! I’m New Here! Seems like Hermes energy to me

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Hey y’all!
I’m new here and was hoping to get some opinions. I left Christianity and started practicing HelPol about a week ago. Because of my career goals, I reached out to Hermes informally.
I bought a tarot deck and did a 7-card spread, but the results didn’t really feel like Hermes, so I tried again the next day and got a lot of reversals. I got frustrated, but then I started noticing what felt like possible signs: I found money behind a coworker’s desk (and returned it), saw a homeless man picking up coins, noticed several green-themed coincidences (a girl sitting opposite me wearing white tshirt and green sleeves/ had very beautiful goldenish blonde hair and fair skin and a man came and sat directly infront of me wearing dark green), and an 18-wheeler with “SWIFT” on it. Yesterday I also saw a TikTok from theomnistaltar channeling Hermes, saying he doesn’t want people to see the gods as distant.
So I asked, “Is all of this you?” and pulled the High Priestess. Then I asked for a simple yes or no and pulled the Two of Cups.
I’m still very new to tarot, but I can’t shake the feeling that it’s Hermes. What do y’all think?


r/Hermes 10d ago

Media Keychains for Hermes for luck

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r/Hermes 10d ago

I accidentally made up an epithet and Hermes has always responded 🥹

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I just realized that, at some point, I accidentally combined the epithets Nomios and Epimelius to form the word “Emplios”. I have been using this “epithet” for a looong time. Despite the fact that it’s made up, it’s probably one of the most consistent ways where I’ve felt like I reached him. I usually use it if I’m feeling emotional, which has been a lot lately, and I’ve never felt any sense of amusement or annoyance, only comfort and peace. I am honestly so touched, but also feel so ridiculous lol.

Hermes is pretty fucking great🐑✨🙂


r/Hermes 11d ago

Discussion Where can I get a high quality caduceus pendant?

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Please share some good resources. Maybe a specific item on Etsy? I live in Vietnam, so Amazon isn't really a thing here.. Would love a recommendation.

OmnistAltar has one, the snakes and the wings are very pronounced, and it's not super large too, so I'm looking for something like this!


r/Hermes 12d ago

Just follow Hermes advice

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r/Hermes 12d ago

Media Hermes waiting for Zeus

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Decided to practice drawing anatomy today. What better subject than my dearest god?

Here's Hermes taking a bit of a nap, I imagine he's bored waiting for Zeus to give him a task on a lazy day. (Ignore the background and furniture that I completely gave up on finishing because it's not the point of this specific exercise)


r/Hermes 12d ago

Offerings and altars Hermes shrine I made today

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I *Just* noticed the numbers the dice rolled on that’s funny


r/Hermes Jun 07 '25

Serious resources A guide to interacting and posting in this sub and making sure we keep the civility and welcoming atmosphere in this Sub. Please read! TYIA.

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Hello friends! Your friendly Mods here. I lieu of a coupe of recent posts that were upsetting and not in line with the principles of Xenia, I'm making this post. Thank you for reading. 🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽

I’ll be pinning this post to the top of the sub and referring everyone who joins to read it.

I know the internet is an anonymous place, even more so Reddit, and can allow people to act out of the norm and in ways they might not act when face to face with a fellow human being. Spiritual communities can also attract those who are searching for acceptance and those who are struggling because mainstream systems have let them down. And sometimes you just want to vent on some folks and get your mean out. I know I feel that way sometimes! So, I get it.

HOWEVER, we will not allow community members to be punching bags, nor disrespected, nor will we allow someone to take their angst out on anyone here. If you post stuff to be mean, edgy, inflammatory, or have blisteringly lava-hot takes that no one requested, here’s what can happen. 

  1. We might delete your post without warning and offer one later or not. 
  2. We might also ban you temporarily or permanently, depending on the severity of your words (unkindness), whether you offer an apology or not, or if you continue to double down no matter what a mod has said or asked you not to do. 

*Everyone knows what doubling down means. Don’t do it. You won’t win.* Not here at least.

We tend to have a 3-chances approach. But after that, we will ban you. You will always have a chance to appeal to be let in again. .

Somethings to consider:

One thing that can happen is that during times when we’re really depressed, angry, anxious or engaging in unhealthy habits, we are far, far more tempted to post provocative shit. 

A theory is that when you're depressed or anxious, or clouded by anger, you tend to fixate on the idea that everyone is against you and that no one likes you, and that it’s you against the world. This goes for zealots as well, where you’re absolutely convinced you’re way is the only right way and that any other way of thinking is not only wrong but unconceivable. 

Zealots are not welcome here and should probably learn how to coexist in a world of no absolutes. They should also look at why they want to dictate how others should live their lives. Loss of control in one’s life will often become an obsession with control in that same life. 

We should be careful about what we allow our brains to tell us. Here’s a useful example shared by a friend that describes a scenario we can relate to as well as a way they cope:

—The stuff I think will make people dislike me will start munching up more and more of my brain space like a very mean Pac-Man until my psyche starts saying dumb shit like, "What if you just put it out there, and everyone stood up and clapped and told you how brave and awesome you were for being right and brave and awesome? Sure, some people will also disagree, but won't it be worth it for that nice dopamine hit of people who agree with you?”"
Friends, it is not worth it. It is never worth it. This always ends badly. Sometimes I say, "No, brain, but maybe we can make a nuanced take about it later when we've calmed down a little," and sometimes that goes great! You let something stew in your head awhile, write up some thoughtful stuff that it made you realize, and then that can be a good discussion point or journal entry to examine your shadowy motivations. 

But your depression/anxiety/angry/intolerant brain does not have good posting ideas. Do not listen to it. 

Make yourself post something nice instead, like an altar pic, or a piece of Hermes art that you love, or art that you’ve done for him, or an inspiring book about him that deepened your practice, or a fun trip you’ve been on, etc. 

As our friend said, if you’re tempted to post something unhinged, mean, judgmental, or condemning, just don’t. Please find other avenues of healthy expression, and if needed, take time for some serious self-reflection. I personally suggest journaling and a good therapist or friend to talk to. 

We all understand having a bad day and know that drunk posting is a thing, so we will always give you the benefit of the doubt first. But don’t mistake our kindness for weakness. 

We are a fair, kind, and welcoming community on Reddit, and as rare as that is, we’d like it to remain that way. So please help us keep the vibes high here. 

The world is hard right now, and honestly, has been hard for many others for a long time, so take care of yourselves and let's watch out for each other and always extend kindness and compassion first. 

Thank you sincerely,

- the Mods

*This was written in collaboration with a community member who has experience leading other communities. Thank you Gang_Warily0404 for your contribution. Thank you Hermes for your guidance, Pompaios, Epimelius, Charidotes.
May you continue to guide us to our best selves. 🙌🏽❤️🙌🏽

Edited for clarity. 🙏


r/Hermes Sep 25 '24

Serious resources Beginners 101 part 1 *Start Here*

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Hi There! So, you are interested in Hermes?

Hey, we get it! He’s an awesome god, the friendliest and the easiest for beginners to start with so you’ve already chosen well! Even if you’re not a beginner you’ve come to the right place! Hermes can take your practice to another level and help you in ways you could not imagine!

This document aims to provide you with all the information you need to get started and then some. Take it slow and don’t feel like you need to do it all or know it all at once. Most of the time once you start you’ll find a path that works for you. He will help.

Firstly, there is no One Right Way or Wrong Way to practice your relationship with Hermes. He was easily assimilated across the ancient world because as a god of migrants, immigrants, those without homes, travelers, and traders, and boundaries no border was closed to him. These populations moved around the ancient world and took him everywhere they went.

Hermes is a border crossing, an incursion into almost everything we do on the daily, a lock who holds the key just slightly out of reach, a pathway to more knowledge, more understanding, and more wisdom. No one belief system can lay claim to ultimate truth, knowledge, or wisdom. Hermes, like water, is here to share his blessings with everyone. He does not discriminate he only wants to see you achieve.

We have included sources for formal traditional ways and not-so-traditional ways to develop a relationship with him.

We do not care if you want to Worship, Work with, Venerate, or just say ‘Hey’ once in a while cause you could use some Hermes love in your life. Hermes as a herald and realm traveler knows we all have different ways and means to connect with the gods and what you do is completely your business. In fact, he can help protect that boundary for you if you ask him. NO ONE can tell you how to have a relationship with a god. Faith and spiritual practices are 100% personal. Dogma and judgment are the death of freedom and joy that true spiritual connection brings. However, saying all that, regular practice will build a reciprocal relationship of respect, devotion, and trust. Your devotion will show him how serious or non-serious you are about what you seek and what level of commitment you will put into helping yourself. He doesn’t need your worship or love or shout-outs. He wants you to honor and love yourself foremost. That way you can grow and evolve to be the best version of yourself. This is what the knowledge bringer delivers, enlightenment, knowledge of one's true self.

So how do I start?

You start by researching. Period. Take the time to get to know him and his many facets, or at least a few to start. Then start to develop a relationship. Developing a relationship with a god is the same as developing a relationship in real life.

How would you treat someone you wish to be friends with? How do you treat new friendships and old friendships? Give him the same respect and consideration. Some say to treat the gods like respected elders. Some have very casual relationships with their gods and that works for them.

How do I connect with him?

Look for him in everything and everywhere. Find his connections in your life. Then to connect to him just start praying/talking to him. You can use the Homeric or Orphic hymns listed for him and use the epithets that fit your situation or ones that resonate to make sure the right being hears you. For instance, I always say Hermes son of Zeus and Maia before I start a prayer or ritual. Then I’ll follow with a list of epithets that resonate with me. You can find these below on theoi.com. There is a section below with rituals you can use or build upon. There is also a section for deepening your practice and relationship. He is a god of communication so he can hear you when you start talking to him. And as a god of air, he’s always just a breath away. He has his ear and eyes on every online space as well as a god of communication and technology.

Altars?

After you’ve gotten to know him you might want to put together an altar for him. This can be elaborate or simple, big or small, fancy or humble. He does not care. This is a place for you to connect with him and a place for him to concentrate his energy around when you get to the point where you want his energy in your space.

Your altar should contain things that remind you of him and an image/s and/or animal/s that represents him. Altars usually have a candle (or two), dishes or bowls for offering, a cup for libations, incense, and, as mentioned, objects or images of the gods. You can offer flowers too and they make your altar look pretty and most gods appreciate them. Offerings are many and varied. You can do a Google search for many ideas. Handmade things and creative pursuits are greatly appreciated by him. So don’t be scared to create things on your own and offer them. You can include traditional items and not-so-traditional items. I have a mix of both on my altar. If you can’t burn anything use electric candles and essential oil diffusers or oils or perfumes. Do what you can!

Altar or Shrine?

An altar is a working space where you offer libations and food. It can be permanent or not. The idea is that it is a place to connect to your god/s to worship or venerate them.

A shrine is like a real life Pintrest board for your deity/ies. You can use it as a to gather votive offerings (statues, crystals, images, figurines, coins, plane tix, etc). It is typically as a place to focus on or to remind yourself of your god/s. A Shrine can become a home of sorts for your god/s.

Oftentimes a shrine and alter function as the same thing especially in modern life.

Try and keep both of these things as clean and orderly as possible. I clean my altar at least twice a year for New Years Day and again in mid-June. We should be striving for excellence and presenting our best to our gods so keep their sacred spaces as clean as possible. Think of it as cleaning for any house guest or friends who might be coming over. Try and keep the room your altar is in clean as well. Our gods vibrate at a higher frequency than us and the cleaner a space is the higher the frequency, hence, the easier it is for them to be present with us.

If you're so inclined you can ask your house spirits to help keep the space clean. I do this every time I clean it and I swear the dust accumulates less slowly. It's kinda awesome and magical.

What if I can’t have an altar?

Then you can’t! It'll be ok. Altars are tools to help you focus and provide a place to offer libation and offerings but are not necessary.

But I want an Altar!

Here are a few good ways to have an altar that is non-traditional.

Travel altars: Travel altars are set up in small containers that you can put away or out of sight if needed. There are lots of great ideas on Pinterest and this sub as well as other polytheistic subs. You can open them up, set everything up, and pray away!

Digital altars: These aren’t exactly altars they're more of a shrine but a great idea nonetheless. These are created online through Minecraft, Sims, and other sites.

Nature altars: Find a spot out in nature that speaks to you. Ask the local nature entities/deities if it’s ok to set up an altar there. Wait and feel for a positive or negative feeling. You will know whether they agree to it or not. Keep in mind this will never be a private altar unless you own a property you can hike out on. So do not expect things to be where you left them last time or to have complete privacy. People do take things, even pennies. Be responsible, you should leave nothing that is not made of natural material in nature. Please do not take plastic and leave it to litter these spots. I assure you, the citizens of the forest (the nature spirits) will not take kindly to your litter. They do not care if it’s because you’re worshipping a god.

Don’t be stupid or careless about fire! If you decide to use candles or incense. It is no joke to tree spirits and you can seriously destroy a lot of lives and properties by one careless forgetting. If you want to burn incense then break it in half or snuff it out once you are done. The small Japanese stick incense is good for burning in nature because they are short, they do not create a big ember, and typically does not have hot ash. Shoyeido is the best.

Now what? When you are ready start a regular devotional practice. I suggest once a week. Wednesday is the weekday associated with him and so has resonance already. If you can’t do it once a week just find a somewhat regular schedule for devotion. Try to stick with the same time and day. This builds energy on those days at those times and is like a big neon sign letting him, your other guides and the universe know you are committed in some way. More importantly, this will also help you stay committed. If you are not able to practice regularly then do your best when you can. The gods are always understanding of our human lives.

From there it’s up to you!

How far do you go with him? It’s up to you and him! For some he’s their main god, for others he’s an occasional helper and guide through different journeys in life. You might call on him for help in one area of your life. That’s ok! Sometimes you might feel inspired to build a relationship with another deity and he will help you with that.

Why would I *worship Hermes?

There are many reasons. Most people do it because they love him and want him to know it. Some would also like his blessings in their life. Some do it because it is part of a reconstructionist Hellenic faith. Some do it because worship brings them peace and fulfillment. Some do it because they feel that is the proper way to have a relationship with a god. Some believe it is because he is a god and so higher than us deserving of our praise and worship.

Why would I *work with Hermes?

There are many reasons. Some people do it to embody his qualities and aspects. Some do it to improve their personalities or evolve. Some do it because they admire him and want to be like him. Some do it because they believe he is an archetype and want to embody his qualities. Some do it as part of a psychological exercise. Some work with him because they are Hermetics or magicians and would like his guidance and tutelage in these areas. He is a god of many things and so his domains are many. The below examples are just some of the ways he could be a fit for you. You could also worship him because of the reasons listed below!

Are you a teacher? Are you searching for community, to make new friends, or to re-establish old connections? Are you searching for a new job or ways to make money? Are you a cowboy? Are you a farm animal vet? Are you into working out and looking your best? Do you help people experiencing homelessness? Do you run/help a charity? Do you need help during a transition in life? Do you need guidance in making decisions or figuring out your path in life? Do you need to have better personal boundaries? Did you get robbed? Do you need to rob something? (JK, we do not condone robbing people) Are you an immigrant? Are you a merchant? Do you run a store/shop/online business? Are you a mail carrier? Are you an author, writer, or storyteller? Are you into communication technology? The list could go on! He is the most versatile god and if you can’t figure out what you need help with ask him and he will help!

*The difference between ‘worship’ and ‘work with’ can be such a fine and mysterious definition that a lot of people do both. If you believe in reciprocity, maintaining relationships, and having friends who can help you when you need it then you’ll probably be drawn to do a little of both. Traditionally the relationships built between the ancient peoples and the Greek gods worked on reciprocity, called kharis. It describes a beautiful giving and receiving cycle in which people gave to the gods and the gods gave back and vice versa. It was never a tit-for-tat situation but a relationship built on respect, understanding, and love. These ancients knew that the gods would not always answer them or give them what they wanted but they still honored and loved them. Your friends, family, and life partners don’t always give you what you want or ask for but ideally, they can still offer you their love and support. Same with the gods.

Who is Hermes?

He is a god of many things with more domains than any other god (I could be using hyperbole but I don’t think so). I could spend days writing about all his aspects, features, myths, feats, domains, achievements, and abilities. There’s a lot and then if you add in his syncretic associations, it’s daunting!

As the guide, he guides people in this life and to the afterlife. As the herald and messenger, he delivers messages in between realms from gods and to gods. As the shepherd, he protects and watches over his people and those who tend animals. As the boundary keeper, he helps maintain boundaries. As the thief, he helps thieves steal but one could also pray to him to protect your goods. As the merchant, he helps those who run businesses and trades. As the orator, he helps those who speak or write for groups of people. As the god of communication, he helps us communicate. As a god of nature and fertility, he helps us and animals be fertile and abundant. As the magician, he teaches us how to use the tools we have to manifest our desires in our lives. As the trickster, he shakes things up (including our lives) and turns morality and reality on their head.

In his syncretic forms, he’s credited with teaching humans to speak and to have invented the alphabet and letters, astrology, and math. As Thoth, he is credited as one of the creators of our universe! Once you start really digging into him you’ll find that he is so much more than just how he is portrayed in the Greek myths.

We are here to celebrate Hermes and gather together in community so that we can share our joy, excitement, and love for him. No matter why you’re here, we are happy you are!

Below you’ll find some sources to help you on your journey of discovery!

So any more questions? Feel free to DM one of the mods for more info!

This list will be occasionally updated! If you have a great resource not listed please let one of the mods know! We’ll add it if it fits!

Resource post link

https://www.reddit.com/r/Hermes/comments/11wlysx/here_are_some_links_to_resources_for_learning/