Daily Affirmation
Goddess Knowledge Cards

Hera
Hera is an ancient goddess who, before she appeared as wife
to Zeus in Greek mythology, was a powerful, matrilineal queen in her own right.
Hera is the original all-powerful, multifunctional goddess responsible for
every aspect of existence, a symbol of the complete woman. Among the Greeks,
Hera was the goddess of marriage, a special goddess of women who accompanies
each woman through every moment of her life. Her various titles point to her
roles as bringer of fertility; goddess of marriage; protector of children, of
women during childbirth, and of money; and presider over all aspects of public life.
She was often represented with a peacock, symbolic of beauty, luxury, and
immortality. The spots on its feathers reflect the starry firmament, and the
peacock has knowledge of the weather, reflecting the ancient role of the goddess
as bringer of the seasons. Hera is a mature, powerful goddess, combining both
practicality and nurturing, a strong image of the supremacy of the queen
within.
By: Susan Seddon Boulet
This affirmation is actually perfect today! The Goddess Hera is worshiped as
the Roman goddess Juno, and the month of June. Hera has the power to rule over
all seasons and is responsible for every aspect of existence; heavens, the earth
and the weather. The Goddess Hera is reminding us that there are both light and
dark within each of us. We have to remember that with our joy there has to be
pain and with pain there will be joy again. We cannot cut both out one without cutting
out the other. There are ways we can cope and deal with our pain and celebrate
our joys in life. As our seasons are
changing; it is now time to finished our “spring cleaning” be it actual
cleaning or spiritual renewal and refreshing. Bring forth your energy to clear
your space and get ready for Litha (Summer Solstice, Midsummer). It’s a great
time to recharge your crystals, your sacred space and yourself! Get rid of old
ties that bring you down and keep negative energy around. Empower yourself with
positive healing energy, you deserve this! It’s time to let go and be anew.