When I started out in my pagan path, I didn't have a specific god or goddess that I called upon on a regular basis. I observed a broader view of deity being One Source with both male and female aspects as the God and Goddess. Eventually I began a relationship with the aspect of the goddess known as Gaia, and the God as Father Sky. While I retain a relationship with both Mother Gaia and Father Sky, another aspect of the goddess began to enter my life.
Nearly everyday for a few months, the name Hestia would come to me and I didn't know why. I just kept thinking about Hestia and at times would find myself just speaking her name in a whisper to myself. I came to realize that Hestia was, in fact, trying to make herself known to me. I started studying about what history I could find on her. The more I learned about her, the more I understood why we were drawn to each other. Nevertheless, there was a nagging thought in the back of my mind, that perhaps this was wrong of me. How did Gaia feel about my new relationship with another goddess? Was it acceptable to offer myself as service to two different deities?
After much quiet meditation, I have found that it is quite possible to enjoy a relationship with multiple deities. After all, in my beliefs, they are all different aspects of the Higher Power. While I have accepted my Lady Hestia as my matron goddess and offer my service to her, I still maintain a relationship with Mother Gaia and Father Sky.
For those of you perhaps just starting out on you pagan path....if you are looking for a specific god and goddess, let them come to you. Keep yourself open to possibilities. Perhaps a god or goddess will come knocking at your hearts door and wish to make themselves known to you. You may find yourself drawn to multiple deities across different pantheons, and that is okay. It is your path, and ultimately the Divine knows what is right for you.
Blessings!
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