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I recognize and honor the Indigenous tribes (Lumbee, Catabwa & Tuscarora) whose sacred lands we now inhabit and the enslaved Africans whose resilience and contributions deeply shape our community.
I am committed to acknowledging and respecting these rich legacies in all of my practices.
With every action, I strive to honor this truth.
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Hecate and Persephone - Guardians of the Underworld's Mysteries
In the realm of Greek mythology, tales of gods and goddesses intertwine to reveal profound truths about the human experience and the...

Renee Olson
Nov 21, 20235 min read


Exploring Hecate Brimo: Enhancing Your Connection with the Goddess of Witchcraft
Hecate Brimo, the ancient Greek goddess of witchcraft, magic, and crossroads, has captivated the imagination of many throughout history....

Renee Olson
Nov 21, 20232 min read


What is the Covenant of Hekate?
The Covenant of Hekate is a modern-day spiritual organization and community centered around the worship and reverence of the goddess...

Renee Olson
Nov 20, 20234 min read


Can I Call on Hecate for My Magical Work?
Speaking from personal experience, I work with Hecate daily. I think of her giving me patience and strength when my feet hit the floor in...

Renee Olson
Nov 20, 20233 min read


The Cult of Hecate
Hecate was associated with various mysteries and rituals in ancient Greek religion and mystery cults. While the specific details of these...

Renee Olson
Nov 20, 20233 min read


Unveiling the Enigmatic Labrys: Feminine Power & Pride
Revered throughout history for its enigmatic nature, the Labrys is an emblem transcending time, cultures, and beliefs. Its presence has...

Renee Olson
Nov 20, 20237 min read


Hecate & the Chaldean Oracles
Hecate plays a significant role in the Chaldean Oracles, a collection of mystical writings believed to have been written or compiled by...

Renee Olson
Nov 20, 20232 min read


Who is Hecate Brimo?
In ancient Greek religion and myth, the epithet Brimo (Ancient Greek: Βριμώ Brimṓ; "angry" or "terrifying") may be applied to any of...

Renee Olson
Nov 20, 20232 min read


Tales of Hecate - Hecuba & Black Dogs
Hecuba is the daughter of King Dymas of Phrygia and the wife of King Priam of Troy during the Trojan War. Hecuba had 19 children and...

Renee Olson
Nov 20, 20231 min read


Tales of Hecate - Persephone & Hades
Persephone is the daughter of Zeus and Demeter. Demeter was a protective mother as well as the goddess of agriculture. Her daughter was...

Renee Olson
Nov 20, 20233 min read


Hecate - The Cosmic World Soul
"For Hekate as the Cosmic World Soul, February 2018 - a CoH devotional project- www.hekatecovenant.com". From the beginning of time,...

Renee Olson
Nov 20, 20235 min read


Circle for Hekate - A Review
"With her daggers, she cuts away that which is no longer necessary.... " Cover Photo - Circle for Hekate Photos Credit - Renee Sosanna...

Renee Olson
Nov 20, 20233 min read


Elegba & Hecate
Recently I was reading over some documentation related to African orishas. While reading up on Elegba, I found some amazing similarities...

Renee Olson
Nov 20, 20231 min read


Blood Incense
Recently I read the book Hecatean Magick by B. Morland This book contains several entries for different types of incense. Today I...

Renee Olson
Nov 19, 20231 min read


Who Is Hecate?
Hecate is a pre-Greco-Roman Goddess. She is said to be the key bearer to the underworld. Granted dominion over the heavens, the earth,...

Renee Olson
Nov 19, 20233 min read


An Introduction to Threshold Altar
Historically Hecate is a goddess of luminal spaces. Doorways, entryways, and gates were/are often graced with her presence. It was...

Renee Olson
Nov 19, 20233 min read


An Introduction to Crossroads Altars
An Introduction to Crossroads Altars Historically Hecate is a goddess of luminal spaces and is said to wander the crossroads. Often...

Renee Olson
Nov 19, 20233 min read


Is Hecate the Cosmic World Soul?
In Chaldaean Oracles and Theurgy, Hans Lewy repeatedly identifies Hekate with Plato’s Cosmic Soul (Lewy, 1956, p. 6, 47,83, 95, 121,...

Renee Olson
Nov 19, 20231 min read


PGM - Greek Magical Papyri - III
"PHORBA PHORBA BRIMO AZZIEBYA". Take bran of first quality and sandal-wood and vinegar of the sharpest sort and mold a cake. And write...

Renee Olson
Nov 19, 20231 min read


PGM - Greek Magical Papyri - II
"ASKEI KATASKEI ERON OREON IOR MEGA SAMNYER BAUI (3 times) PHOBANTIA SEMNE, I have been initiated, and I went down into the [underground]...

Renee Olson
Nov 19, 20231 min read
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