Journey through the Labyrinth to meet the Minoan deities of ancient Crete, who are still very much alive in the modern world
Journey through the Labyrinth to meet the Minoan deities of ancient Crete, who are still very much alive in the modern world
Ancient mysteries & controversial knowledge, Greece, Paganism & neo-paganism
Journey through the Labyrinth to meet the Minoan deities of ancient Crete, who are still very much alive in the modern world. The Minoan family of deities is presided over by a trio of mother goddesses representing the three sacred realms of Land, Sky, and Sea. You might recognize some of the names in this pantheon: Ariadne, Dionysus, Rhea, Amalthea - even Minos, Arachne, and the Minotaur. These deities continue to fascinate us as they draw us into the Labyrinth, the sacred maze that leads us on the adventure of a lifetime.
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In the pursuit of a mystic spirituality, finding a trustworthy and perceptive teacher is essential. Enter author Laura Perry with her recent work, Pantheon: The Minoans. Perry’s clear writing, thorough historical research, and insightful spiritual observations serve as a guiding light for all magical practitioners. Every skill level is welcome here. Pantheon: The Minoans starts off as a concise tour through Minoan history and culture as well as a survey of the many faces of the divine. But Patheon isn’t some librarian’s info-dump. Like the mythic Ariadne, Perry’s work acts as your guide, leading you through the labyrinth towards a treasure trove of Minoan spiritual practices. The book generously offers step-by-step instructions to the core celebratory and magical formats that have inspired and informed Ariadne’s Tribe, an inclusive modern polytheistic spiritual tradition. Although intended as an introduction, Pantheon: The Minoans is far more significant and impactful. It’s a revelation for anyone who has wondered about modern Minoan spirituality, the deities, feasts, myths, and magic, and how one might engage with their own powerful practice. ~ Timothy Roderick, author of Wicca: A Year and A Day, Dark Moon Mysteries, and other works
Pantheon - The Minoans is a fascinating guide to Minoan paganism and culture which is perfect for anyone interested in Minoan beliefs or who is just curious about the culture. The author tackles what can be a complicated subject in a way that makes it easy for readers. Covering all the essentials from deities to holidays, from history to ritual structure, in a straightforward way this book deserves a place in any witch's library. ~ Morgan Daimler, author of Pantheon the Norse
Laura Perry has succeeded in the most needed task of compiling authentic references and explanations for the old gods of this very misunderstood culture and region. Ancient Minoan religion is something that still perplexes scholars to this day so having a trusted reference point for these old gods is a great boon for practicing polytheists and researchers alike. ~ David Salisbury
This is a fascinating book, offering insight into the history, culture and religions of not just Minoan Crete, but the ancient Mediterranean as a whole. While it’s aimed at people who want to practice modern Minoan spirituality, the book has a lot to offer readers like myself who are simply drawn to the historical side. I very much enjoyed it. ~ Nimue Brown, author of Druidry and Meditation, Druidry and the Ancestors, and Pagan Dreaming.
Laura Perry’s Minoan Pantheon book is the perfect introduction to understanding and celebrating all things Cretan. Written with expertise and dedication, Laura guides the reader into developing an ever deepening and insightful relationship with the Minoan deities. Using reconstructionist methods developed with her highly successful Ariadne’s Tribe group, along with archaeological and comparative mythology, Laura’s expertise and dedication shine through her writing, which is both instructive and engaging. By the end of the book, the reader will understand the everyday lives of the Minoans and how they celebrated the seasons. This is especially evident in the Sacred Calander chapter which reveals how the seasonal changes in the Mediterranean area were totally in tune with both the harvests and the Minoan people’s religious practices in Bronze Age Crete. In short, this book is a treasure trove of knowledge and history. With Laura as your teacher, you cannot fail to cultivate a profound and rewarding relationship with the Minoan Pantheon. ~ Thea Prothero, author of Pagan Portals – A Guide to Pilgrimage
Pantheon: The Minoans is a fascinating walk through the history and magical tradition of what we know about the Minoan people and their culture. It also explores the identities of the deities within this tradition and what they represented to the people. Laura Perry explains how this tradition can be practiced successfully in modern times. She is the Temple Mom of Ariadne's Tribe and has been working on this spiritual path as a community effort for about a decade. Her research into uncovering the Minoans’ real identity and the Gods and Goddesses that were worshiped gives a clearer understanding of the origins of these deities and how over the centuries they have made their way into other pantheons, particularly the Greeks. It is an enjoyable piece and well worth the read. ~ Martha Gray, author of Pagan Portals – Grimalkyn: The Witch’s Cat
Laura Perry takes us back in time to the ancient world of the Minoans. This magical book reveals the history, culture, and ways of these mysterious people who have influenced the Mediterranean and brought powerful deities back to us. Each page teaches us how to create a spiritual practice that summons the Minoans to help us to connect to a culture that was an enigma until now. ~ Chris Allaun, author of Whispers from the Coven
