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Apollo
The god of music, prophecy, medicine, light and healing. Apollo favors healing and forgiveness over destruction and war. He teaches courage in the face of danger, and compassion for those less fortunate. Work with Apollo to help heal a loved one. |
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Hera/Juno
Heras influence over marriage is primarily concerned with the welfare of the bride and the obedience and fidelity of the bridegroom. The quarrels between Hera and Zeus, her husband, caused great storms to cross the skies. Hera is the protectress of the stable family and home. She is the mother aspect of the Triple Goddess. Those wishing to bring stability back into their marriage may wish to consult her. |
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Hermes/Mercury
The God of travellers, merchants, messengers and speakers.He is said to have invented the lyre, the pipes, the musical scale, astronomy , weights and measures, boxing, gymnastics, and the care of olive trees. Very cunning and shrewd, he values fair play, but admires wit and daring. He espouses punctuality and dependability. |
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Manannan mac Lir
Manannan was the patron god of the Tuatha Dé Danann and the son of Lir, the Sea God he later supplanted. He also controlled the weather, but only as it related to the Seas and Oceans. Manannan was also a healer and sorcerer.
Manannán owned magical swine (pigs), and kept the Tuatha Dé Danann young. Each day, the swine was killed and roasted for the Dananns to eat. At the end of the day the swine returned to life, to be killed and eaten the next day.
Manannan had two or possibly three wives: The beautiful Fand, who had affair with the Ulster hero, Cu Chulainn and Aife who was killed in Crane form and transformed into a magical treasure bag. Manannan was also either a lover or husband of Aine, the sun goddess of love.
Manannan lived in the "Land of Promise" and possessed a ship called "Wave-sweeper". This vessel that could steer itself by his thought, without the needs of oars or winds.
The Isle of Man is named after him, and on Midsummers day, the people of the Isle of Man go to the top of the highest hill to pay rent to the first king of their island, Manannan mac Lir, Lord of the Waves, Son of Nine Mothers.
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Pan
Pan is the wild God of Nature. The Horned One, the Leaper in the Corn. He is the son of Hermes. A free spirit, he teaches the joys of singing, dancing and respect for nature. |
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Zeus/Jupiter
The Father of Gods and Mortals. Sometimes referred to as Cloud-Gatherer, Zeus is one of the six children of Cronus and Rhea. He led the other gods in revolt against their father. Zeus is controller of storms and weather, and of the fate of mankind.
He is usally depicted as a strong, robust and mature man deep in thought. He holds a scepter in his left hand and a thunderbolt in his right. |
