i am writing a book and i need to know the name of a pagan God/dess or some kind of nature spirit, that is a protector of humans (witches) when they take long journey's or when they perform sacred acts.
my book is purely fiction and i need this information to spice it up :)
2007-02-13 12:43:12 · 13 answers · asked by Bobby 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
BTW please dont list just any god, i dont want people to read the name of a god that they all know already.
give me the name of a god that no one really knows much about, something new.
Thank you very much for all your help :)
2007-02-13 12:47:49 · update #1
Risir (Pronounced Rye-seer) are benevolent spirits of natural places like lakes, hills, and rivers. They are a type of giant described as fair to look upon and not to be much greater than human stature. Generally, they are seen to be helpful to humankind.
2007-02-13 12:53:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
How about the goddess Vesta? That's where we get the term "vestal virgins." She was the Roman goddess of the heart and flame. (She was "Hestia" to the Greeks.) She seems like she'd be appropriate to protect one who is doing rituals.
You want a real goddess or nature spirit or would you like us to just propose a good name? Because I've always liked the name "Ardith" which has something to do with trees but I don't think she was a goddess. I'm not sure.
Aradia was the goddess of witches. I'lve put links here that will lead you to more information on Vesta, Ardith and Aradia.
2007-02-13 23:07:06 · answer #2 · answered by Ruby 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Greek god Hermes (Mercury to the Romans) was the messenger of the gods and often accompanied heroes on their journeys.
2007-02-13 20:48:32 · answer #3 · answered by mr.savagendhs 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ALL the planets are named after pagan gods except for Earth
2007-02-13 20:48:00 · answer #4 · answered by GodisLove 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Prometheus is the protector of mankind in the Greek Mythology. He stole fire from the gods and gave it to mankind. He's a Titan.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prometheus
2007-02-13 20:51:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might use Aradia, and watch the Gardnerian Wiccans' heads spin. :-)
Alternatively, try the old standards: Artemis and Diana, or Pallas Athene. Hermes was also associated with travellers, as I recall.
2007-02-13 20:49:03 · answer #6 · answered by prairiecrow 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think there is Dawn, the goddess of morning. You might want to check out wikipedia or books about Wiccan.
2007-02-13 21:00:33 · answer #7 · answered by cynical 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look up "wicca" in Wikipedia for a list of names and sites to do further efficient research on the topic.
2007-02-13 20:47:26 · answer #8 · answered by chdoctor 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
There are quite a few ...... Which Culture fancies you the most?
Asian?
European?
African?
Which age?
2007-02-13 20:49:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
sokrate?(originated from the great greek philosopher socrates)
2007-02-13 20:46:30 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋