As the veil thins and the Wheel of the Year turns to Samhain, we find ourselves in a particularly powerful time, as this year, Samhain falls on the eve of Hekate’s Deipnon. Your magickal workings will be amplified, and the veil between the worlds will be exceptionally thin. However, it’s crucial to remember that this thinning veil isn’t exclusive to benevolent spirits. The Celts understood this well, as evidenced by their traditions of carving jack-o-lanterns and wearing spooky costumes. So, be sure to ground yourself, protect your energy, and call upon Hekate for guidance during this powerful time.
To celebrate this special Samhain, I’ve shared a new ritual, Samhain’s Light: Remembering Those Beyond the Veil. This powerful ritual will guide you through a journey to connect with the spirit of the season, honor the Goddess, and remember those who have passed on.
Reflecting on the cycle of life and death brings to mind the journey of Hail Hekate itself. It’s hard to believe that nearly a year has passed since the site first opened its digital doors. The journey has been nothing short of humbling. Thousands of visitors from all corners of the globe have graced this space, many of you returning time and again. It’s truly an honor to connect with such a vibrant Hekatean community.
In fact, the seed of Hail Hekate was sown during a heartfelt prayer and meditation I offered to Hekate. I sought guidance on how to better serve Her, and the answer came in a resounding wave: share what I know with others and guide them towards Her light. Almost instantly, the image of my personal Hekatean grimoire flashed before my eyes. It was a powerful moment of clarity, a divine spark igniting the flame that is now Hail Hekate.
Since then, the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive and truly heartwarming. Many of you have shared your personal journeys with Hekate, expressing immense gratitude for the resources offered here. It brings me immense joy to hear how this sacred digital space has empowered your own practices.
To my surprise, some of you have expressed a desire to support the website financially. I’m truly honored by your generosity and willingness to contribute. While your thanks have always been more than enough, I’ve since discovered that maintaining a robust online presence takes a lot of both time and resources. While placing ads on this site would certainly be an option, I’ve decided against it. My goal is to cultivate a serene and distraction-free space for you to connect with Hekate. Intrusive ads not only clutter the site’s aesthetics but also raise potential privacy concerns.
Therefore, I’m excited to announce that Hail Hekate will be joining Patreon! This platform allows creators like myself to receive support from dedicated followers while offering exclusive benefits in return. The details are still being finalized, but what I can share is this: there will be different tiers of support, each offering exclusive content straight from my personal grimoire. Think spells, mini rituals, prayers, short meditations, and more. Hidden treasures I never intended to share publicly before.
Let me emphasize this very clearly: none of the content offered on my Patreon will be required to develop a strong and fulfilling relationship with Hekate. Everything you need to begin and deepen your Hekatean practice is already here, and will always be completely free. I will continue to post new content on this website when time allows, and nothing will change in that regard. In fact, if anyone ever tells you that financial offerings are necessary to connect with Hekate, politely turn away. Remember, it’s the devotion in your heart that Hekate truly values, not the contents of your wallet.
Stay tuned for more details about the Patreon launch. In the meantime, may Hekate’s blessings be upon you as you journey through the dark half of the year. May Her light guide your path, and Her protection shield you from harm. Blessed Samhain to all!