Mythology : Hecate, goddess of Witches

Hecate

Hecate is the daughter of Perses (son of Crius and Eurybia) and Asteria, a cousin to Artemis and a Titan. During the war with the Titans she was an ally of Zeus, and thus is the only Titan to retain her power after Zeus was victorious. She became a goddess of the underworld as a reward after assisting Demeter to find her daughter who'd been abducted by Hades (see the Persephone page). Hecate is a moon goddess, and has power in both the sky and on earth. She gives people riches, victory and wisdom; she watches over the prosperity of flocks and presides over navigation. Hecate also has the three aspects of Maiden, Mother and Crone, and is associated with Artemis and Selene, in this respect. Because of this triple aspect, Hecate is also a goddess of crossroads and decisions, and of witches. A Prayer to Hecate Triformis Goddess of the moon, of crossroads, of the underworld, of the secret powers of nature, and patron of witches. Grant that my quest for knowledge, both exoteric and esoteric, shall be safe and fulfilling; that I be able to endure and succeed in all trials of faith and spirituality; that I be true to myself and my faith. A Song of Hecate (I'LL STAND BY YOU) © The Pretenders Oh, why you look so sad? Tears are in your eyes Come on and come to me now Don't be ashamed to cry Let me see you through 'cause i've seen the dark side too When the night falls on you You don't know what to do Nothing you confess Could make me love you less I'll stand by you I'll stand by you Won't let nobody hurt you I'll stand by you So if you're mad, get mad Don't hold it all inside Come on and talk to me now Hey, what you got to hide? I get angry too Well i'm a lot like you When you're standing at the crossroads And don't know which path to choose Let me come along 'cause even if you're wrong I'll stand by you I'll stand by you Won't let nobody hurt you I'll stand by you Take me in, into your darkest hour And I'll never desert you I'll stand by you And when... When the night falls on you, baby You're feeling all alone You won't be on your own I'll stand by you I'll stand by you Won't let nobody hurt you I'll stand by you Take me in, into your darkest hour And I'll never desert you I'll stand by you I'll stand by you Won't let nobody hurt you I'll stand by you Won't let nobody hurt you I'll stand by you