How to Honor Goddess Freya: Prayers, Offerings, Altar Creation..
So you want to connect more deeply with goddess Freya but aren’t sure where to start? Then this guide will me of great use to you.
There are many ways to honor the goddess Freya in modern pagan practices. Some possible options could include:
- Offerings: Many pagans choose to make offerings to the gods and goddesses they honor, as a way of expressing gratitude and respect. These offerings could be physical items such as food, flowers, or other objects that have special meaning to you, or they could be intangible offerings such as acts of service or devotion.
- Rituals: Rituals are a common way to honor Freya and other deities in pagan practices. These rituals can be simple or elaborate, and may involve chanting, singing, dancing, or other forms of devotion.
- Meditations: Meditating on the qualities and attributes of Freya can be a powerful way to connect with the goddess and honor her. This could involve sitting quietly and focusing on the energies and intentions you wish to invoke, or it could involve journaling or creative expression as a way of exploring your relationship with Freya.
- Prayer: Praying to Freya can be a simple and effective way to honor her and express your devotion. This could involve reciting traditional prayers or creating your own personal prayers and devotions.
- Service: Serving others in the spirit of Freya can be a meaningful way to honor the goddess. This could involve volunteering your time or resources to help those in need, or simply showing kindness and compassion to others in your daily life.
Symbols of goddess Freya
In Norse mythology, Freya is associated with a number of symbols, including:
- Cats: Freya is often depicted as being accompanied by a pair of cats, which are said to pull her chariot.
- A necklace: In Norse mythology, Freya is said to possess a magical necklace called the “Brisingamen,” which was made by dwarves and given to her in exchange for a night of her company.
- A cloak of falcon feathers: Freya is also said to possess a cloak made of falcon feathers, which allows her to transform into a falcon and fly through the air.
- A boar: Freya is often depicted riding a boar called Hildisvini (meaning “battle swine”), which is said to be able to protect her from danger.
- A spindle: Freya is also associated with spinning and weaving, and is sometimes depicted holding a spindle.
Signs that Freya is calling you
Freya can sometimes draw us into her sphere of influence through various means. These are the most common ones:
- Dreams or visions: Some people report having dreams or visions that they believe are inspired by Freya or that contain messages from the goddess.
- A feeling of being drawn to certain symbols, animals or objects: Some people may feel a strong sense of connection or fascination with certain symbols, colors, or objects that are associated with Freya.
- A feeling of guidance or support: Some people report feeling a sense of guidance or support from Freya, as if the goddess is helping them navigate difficult situations or making her presence known in their lives.
Goddess Freya’s powers
Freya is a goddess associated with a number of powers and abilities. Some of the powers attributed to her include:
- Love and fertility: Freya is often depicted as a goddess of love and fertility, and is said to be able to bless marriages and help people find their soulmates.
- War and death: Freya is also associated with war and death, and is said to have the power to choose which warriors will die in battle and which will be allowed to live.
- Magic: Freya is said to be skilled in magic, and is sometimes depicted as a sorceress or witch.
- Shape-shifting: Freya is also said to be able to transform into a falcon, allowing her to fly through the air and see great distances.
- Healing: Freya is also associated with healing and is said to be able to help people recover from illness or injury.
How to make an altar for Freya
An altar is a special place where you can focus your attention and offer devotions or offerings to a deity or other spiritual being. If you would like to create an altar for the goddess Freya, here are a few steps you might consider taking:
- Choose a location: This could be a dedicated room or a corner of a room in your home, or it could be a special outdoor location that has meaning to you. Make sure that you can perform rites, rituals, prayers and present offerings in that location without being disturbed by others.
- Gather materials: Next, gather the materials you will need to create your altar. This might include items such as candles, incense, flowers, and any other items that have special meaning to you. You may also want to include a representation of Freya, such as a statue or image (link to Amazon). You might also want to include some crystals that are associated with Freya (you can read more about those later in the text)
- Arrange the altar: Arrange the items on your altar in a way that feels meaningful to you. Consider the symbolism of the items you are using, and arrange them in a way that reflects your intentions and the qualities you associate with Freya.
- Create a ritual: Consider creating a ritual or ceremony to mark the creation of your altar. This could involve lighting candles, incense, or presenting other offerings, as well as singing, chanting, or reciting a poem or prayer.
Invocation to Freya
You can use this invocation to connect more deeply with goddess Freya, to consecrate the altar or while giving offerings to her. It can also be used in the morning to vitalize yourself with the Freya’s energy and presence.
Great Goddess Freya,
Lady of love, beauty, and fertility,
We call upon you,
To bless us with your divine presence.
Daughter of the mighty Njörðr,
Revered by the great Heimdallr,
You are the embodiment of passion and desire,
The bringer of joy and happiness.
Your chariot is drawn by cats,
Your boar Hildisvíni leads the way,
Your hawk’s keen eyes see all,
And your apple tree stands as a symbol of your power.
Freya, we honor you,
And ask for your guidance and protection,
As we journey through life’s challenges,
And seek to embrace all that you represent.
May your blessings be upon us,
May your love and beauty shine within us,
May we always remember the sacredness of life,
And may we always honor and respect you,
O Great Goddess Freya.
Best offerings to Freya
In Norse mythology, Freya is associated with a variety of things, including love, beauty, fertility, war, and death. As a result, there are a number of different things that could be considered good offerings to her. Some possibilities might include:
- Flowers: Freya is often associated with flowers, particularly those that are fragrant or particularly beautiful. Consider offering a bouquet or a single flower as an offering to her.
- Golden objects: Freya is said to be particularly fond of golden objects, so offering her a small golden trinket, such as a ring or a pendant, could be a meaningful gesture.
- Incense: Incense is often used in rituals and ceremonies as a way to create a special atmosphere or to honor a deity. Consider lighting incense as part of your offering to Freya. Sandalwood, rose, jasmine and cinnamon are good options.
- Food or drink: Freya is also associated with abundance and prosperity, so offering her a small portion of food or drink could be a way to show your appreciation for the blessings she brings.
- Poetry or music: Freya is often depicted as a patron of the arts, so offering her a poem, song, prayer, or piece of music that you have created could be a meaningful way to honor her.
It’s important to remember that any offering you choose to make should come from a place of sincere respect and appreciation. So make sure you’re in a positive mental state and are willing to connect with the goddess on a spiritual level.
Crystals Associated with Freya
There are several crystals that are associated with the goddess Freya in Norse mythology. These include:
Amber: Amber is a fossilized resin that is associated with Freya because it is believed to have the ability to bring about love and attract positive energy.
Moonstone: Moonstone is a crystal that is associated with Freya because it is believed to be connected to the energies of the moon and to have a calming, soothing effect on the wearer.
Rose quartz: Rose quartz is a pink crystal that is associated with Freya because it is believed to promote love, compassion, and self-love.
Garnet: Garnet is a deep red crystal that is associated with Freya because it is believed to have protective and grounding properties.
Amethyst: Amethyst is a purple crystal that is associated with Freya because it is believed to promote spiritual growth and enlightenment.
It is important to note that these crystals are not necessarily considered to be “official” symbols of Freya in Norse mythology, but rather are associated with her based on their properties and the energies they are believed to possess.
Numbers associated with Freya
There is no specific number that is directly associated with the goddess Freya in Norse mythology. However, the number nine is often associated with Norse mythology in general, as it is considered to be a sacred number in the tradition.
This is because the number nine appears in several significant myths, such as the story of the nine worlds and the legend of the Valkyries, who were said to be nine sisters who served Freya and chose the bravest warriors to fight alongside the god Odin in battle.
In modern pagan practices, the number nine may also be associated with Freya as a symbol of completion and the attainment of spiritual goals. However, it is important to note that this association is not rooted in traditional Norse mythology and may vary among different practitioners.
Animals associated with Freya
In Norse mythology, Freya is associated with several animals, including cats, boars, and birds. She is often depicted with a chariot drawn by two cats, and she is also associated with the boar Hildisvíni (or “battle swine”).
Freya is also associated with the hawk, which she is said to be able to shape shift into, and she is sometimes depicted with a hawk perched on her shoulder. In addition to these animals, Freya is also associated with the apple tree, which is said to be sacred to her.
Prayers to Freya
A prayer for love
Goddess Freya, divine and powerful
I come to you today in this hour.
My soul is ready and I’m feeling empowered
As I ask for your blessing of love with all my power.
Stories abound of your beauty so true
Your powers are many and glistening hue.
You dance through the heavens on wings of gold
And bring blessings of love that never grow old.
Your bravery and strength show no lack
The tales of your courage fill me with glee.
And stories of your battles will never be slack
For they prove how strong love can truly be.
So hear me now as I kneel and pray
For a blessed love that will never stray.
A love so powerful, it lights my way
To the depths of my heart that awaits its day.
Goddess Freya, I ask you to hear my plea
This love in my heart I pray you’ll set free
Amen!
A prayer for fertility and motherhood #1
Dear Freya, goddess of fertility and love,
I come before you today with a humble heart and a deep desire. I seek your blessings and guidance as I embark on this journey towards fertility and motherhood.
As the embodiment of fertility and passion, I know that you understand the importance of creating new life and the joy that it brings. I ask that you bless me with the gift of fertility, so that I may bring new life into this world and experience the wonders of motherhood.
May your love and warmth guide me through this journey, and may your blessings bring forth new life within me. Please help me to overcome any obstacles or challenges that may come my way, and give me the strength and courage to face them with grace and determination.
Thank you, dear Freya, for all that you do and for the many blessings you bestow upon us. I am forever grateful for your guidance and support.
With love and devotion,
[Your name]
A prayer for fertility #2
Oh great and powerful Freya,
Goddess of fertility and love,
We come to you in desperate need,
Asking for your blessings from above.
We have heard the tales of your beauty,
Your golden hair and radiant glow,
We have read of your great wisdom,
And the strength that you bestow.
We know of your love for the Vanir,
And your role as a fierce warrior queen,
We have heard of your daring escapades,
And the magic that you’ve gleaned.
But today, we come to you,
With a humble and earnest plea,
We pray to you, oh Freya,
For fertility and a child to be.
We ask for your divine intervention,
To bless us with the gift of life,
To bring us a child to nurture and love,
To be our joy and our strife.
So we call upon you, oh Freya,
With hearts full of hope and desire,
We pray for your blessings upon us,
As we seek to start a new family fire.
Hear our prayer, oh great goddess,
And grant fertility instead of plight,
Let us bear the fruit of your love,
So that a new child can see your light.
A prayer for protection
O Freya, goddess of love and war
Your grace and strength we do implore
With your golden necklace and cloak of falcon feathers
You are a warrior queen, a force to be reckoned with
Your chariot is drawn by two fierce cats
Your boar Hildisvini never sits
You roam the battlefield, seeking out the slain
And bring them to Valhalla, where they’ll feast and entertain
But Freya, you are not just a warrior bold
You are also a goddess of protection, noble and true
You possess a shield that never fails
In times of danger, we turn to you
O Freya, protect us from all harm
Shield us from danger, our enemies disarm
May your love and strength surround us like a cloak
May no one dare hurt us when your name is invoked
We call upon you, Freya, our guardian divine
To watch over us with love that only grows with time
May your presence be a beacon on this fine day
As we seek your guidance and as long as we pray
Yes, we pray to you Freya, goddess of love and war
May your protection and strength forever more
Be a shield around us, a guiding star
In all that we do, protect us from afar.
A prayer for cats
Oh great Freya, goddess of love and fertility,
We turn to you in our time of need,
For a beloved feline, dear and true,
Has fallen ill and we beg for your intercession.
In times of old, it was said that you rode a chariot drawn by cats,
Their sleek and graceful forms a reflection of your own divine beauty.
And it is said that when a cat purrs, it is the sound of your blessings being bestowed.
We pray that you will use your powers of healing,
To restore our dear kitty to health and vitality,
That once again it may purr with joy and contentment,
And bring us comfort and joy with its presence.
May the warmth of your love surround our feline friend,
And may the strength of your magic mend its wounds and ailments,
That it may once again roam and play,
A beloved and cherished member of our family.
Oh great Freya, hear our humble prayer,
And grant us your blessings in our time of need,
For the love of a pet is a bond eternal,
And we pray that our dear feline companion may be restored to us. Amen.
A prayer for healing
Oh great Freya, goddess of love and fertility,
Hear my prayer, for I am in great need of healing.
Your beauty is renowned throughout the nine realms,
Your golden hair and fair face, a sight to behold.
You are the daughter of Njord, the sea god,
And your twin brother is Freyr, god of prosperity.
You are the leader of the Valkyries,
Those fierce warrior maidens who choose the slain.
You are also the patron of fertility and childbirth,
Bringing joy and new life to the world.
But it is your ability to heal that I implore today,
For I am suffering and in need of your divine intervention.
Your tears, it is said, can heal even the deadliest wounds,
And your love can bring joy and happiness to the most troubled hearts.
Oh Freya, goddess of healing and love,
Hear my prayer and grant me the strength to heal.
May your love and grace surround me,
May your tears wash away my pain and suffering.
Oh Freya, goddess of healing and love,
I place my trust in you, for you are the source of all strength and life.
Hear my prayer, oh great Freya,
And grant me the gift of healing. Amen.
So I hope you will find this guide to honoring Freya helpful. Create an altar, use these prayers on a regular basis or whenever you need to. Don’t forget to be respectful to Freya and revere all the gods as they rightly deserve!
