“Therefore the effort to arrive at the Truth, and especially the truth about the gods, is a longing for the divine. For the search for truth requires for its study and investigation the consideration of sacred subjects, and it is a work more hallowed than any form of holy living-
A rendition (1814) of the colossal statue of Hera housed at the Heraion of Argos. She holds a pomegranate and her scepter is topped with a cuckoo. Her crown is adorned with both the Hourai and the Kharites, and her throne depicts scenes from the marriage of Hebe to Heracles.
@ForsythMaa52030 She provides direction, but not without challenge, for the fruits of life are not simply given to us. We are stronger for overcoming tribulation, physically, mentally, and virtuously so.
Isis, Goddess of Life — sculpted by Auguste Puttemans, located at Herbert Hoover National Historic Site, Iowa
"I am that which was and is and
Will ever be, and no mortal has yet
Lifted the veil which covers me"
— Inscription on the Statue of Isis, translated from French
Morning prayers included recitation of Orphic Hymns 62 (Dike) and 63 (Justice). 🙏🏻 May tyrants find their schemes forever spoiled, and in the face of adversity, let the people be filled with strength.
No plans to leave here, but I did set up an account over at bsky. My algorithm has been absolutely brutal over here lately, and that bores me, so maybe some fresh air will get me posting again. ✌🏻
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