Build a Life-Affirming Relationship with the Lord of the DeadMy name is more often spoken with revile than gratitude or adoration. If only the living could see the power of their veneration.…Why would they not want to see the home of their ancestors thrive?Aides. Aidoneus. The Unseen One. Known by many monikers, Hades is one of the most recognizable yet misunderstood Greek gods. Through myth, storytelling, and practical exercises, Jamie Wa...

One of the most recognizable but misunderstood Greek gods, Hades plays a valuable role that has not garnered much adoration. Using myth, storytelling, and practical exercises, author Jamie Waggoner shows how Hades is more than the keeper of souls and the land of the dead. She reveals his true nature and provides everything you need to build your own rich devotional practice.Discover Hades's real story with passages written in his own words, excerpts from historical texts, and Jamie...

Llewellyn’s Magical Almanac has inspired practitioners of all skill levels for more than three decades with dozens of new articles grouped by element each year.Perfect for practitioners of all skill levels, this annual collection of useful magic includes spells, rituals, and insights written by esteemed witches and pagans. Deepen your connection to the natural world and enhance your magic with wisdom on a wide variety of subjects, includin...

Death.As mortals we long for those who have been separated from us by the veil of death. We venerate ancestors, known and unknown; we grieve for love ones lost; we ready ourselves for death, or fear it deeply as the ultimate unknown.In Hellenic tradition, the god who rules beyond the veil is called many things. Most often, He is referred to as Hades, a name also given to His realm. He is a somber god, for the most part, one too aware of the responsibilities He bears. But He...