2: Summer Solstice in Hellenic Polytheism — Apollo, Hermes, and the Power of Light

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In this episode of Living Hellenism, George Lizos and Elyse Welles explore the summer solstice in Hellenic polytheism and its connection to Apollo, Hermes, and the living practice of Greek religion. They discuss how the summer solstice is understood through the Greek wheel of the year, why Apollo’s light is honored at this time, and how this season invites spiritual growth, manifestation, visibility, and deeper devotional practice. 

You’ll also learn about Hermes as the Greek god of communication, guidance, travel, offerings, and sacred connection between the human and divine worlds. George and Elyse explore Hermes’ myths, symbols, virtues, and role in ancient Greek spirituality, while offering practical ways to honor the Greek gods through nature, prayer, offerings, community, and everyday Hellenic worship. The episode ends with the Orphic Hymn to Hermes as a devotional offering for the month. 

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About the Hosts:

George Lizos is a psychic healer and the first native ordained priest of the Hellenic Ethnic Religion in Cyprus. He's the creator of the Energy Work Membership, and a bestselling author of Secrets of Greek Mysticism, Protect Your Light, and Ancient Manifestation Secrets, translated into more than 10 languages. His work has been featured in Goop, National Geographic, Mind Body Green, The Sun, US Weekly, and he was named Spiritual Writer of the Year 2024 by Kindred Spirit Magazine. George is passionate about empowering spiritual seekers with energy tools and practices to help them manifest their purpose and create powerful change in the world.

Connect with George on Instagram and at https://georgelizos.com/

Elyse Weelles is a native Greek priestess, author, and spiritual guide whose work explores the sacred landscapes and pre-Hellenic traditions of Greece. Rooted in her ancestral lineage from Arcadia and shaped by fieldwork across ancient sacred sites, she teaches Earth Temple Arts and practices connected to the spirits of the land, the Minoans, and the Mycenaeans. She is the author of Sacred Wild: An Invitation to Connect with Spirits of the Land and an initiated High Priestess in the Faery Tradition of witchcraft.

Connect with Elyse on Instagram and at https://www.elysewelles.com/

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