#loki devotee

[lokilysolbitch]

can't stop imagining loki keeping every offering he gets and him just like having a divine fridge with a million drawings on it stuck on by magnets. he pulls out his astral key ring and it's 99% little handmade crafts from everyone with one (1) skeleton key in the middle. he reaches over to his nightstand to grab a pencil but he has to move his hand through little clay crafts and crystals and figurines. his pockets are filled with plastic wrappers from all the candy everyone gives him. he has a photo album on his c-phone (cosmic phone) to save all the memes everyone shows him. hes got stacks and stacks of devotional rings and necklaces and kandi bracelets from all of us. he's thinking of us as much as we think of him

[inside-absinthe-dreams]

In mythology Loki is associated with knots and nets. There is a myth in which he invents the fishing net (and the gods immediately use it to chatch him, of course).

Does this mean that wearing fishnet stockings is a devotional act?

[gingergod]

Things I think Loki would say to me.

[groovy-lady]

Fellow Lokeans, I want to get a book about Loki, but am unsure which one to get! What do y’all think of these books and/or do y’all have any Loki related book recommendations?

*Pagan Portals - Loki: Trickster and Transformer by Dagulf Loptson

*Trickster Makes The World by Lewis Hyde

*Blood Unbound: A Loki Devotional by Bat Collazo

*Unbinding the Trickster: A Collection of Lokean Verse, Rokkr Chants, and Heathen Poetry by Gralok Loptsson

*Trickster, My Beloved: Poems for Laufey’s Son by Elizabeth Vongvisith

*Loki and Sigyn: Lessons on Chaos, Laughter & Loyalty from the Norse Gods by Lea Svendsen

[sunny-juni]

I can't stop giggling.

I found this on pinterest and immediately the image of Freyja chasing Loki cuz he stole her cloak came to mind😂

[screechingtrashpanda]

Hail to you Loki Revealer of Corruption, Speaker of Hard Truths May your presence drain the festering wound Remove the infection from flesh And grant it godly hue once again Sly One, Protector of Those Brave Enough to Speak Out May we speak with unfettered tongues And reveal the hard won truth We hold your torch in our hands

[tadpoles-and-daydreams]

Why I cuss (affectionately) at my deities, sometimes, and why it's important to me

I'm having some feelings tonight, so here have another "Frog is rambling again" post. This one's about Loki, because they seem intent on speedrunning teaching me shit. Seriously it's been like three weeks.

I wasn't prepared for what working with Loki actually looks like. /pos

Because what that actually looks like, apparently, is sitting watching a comedy anime and getting the distinct vibe that it has a sense of humor that Loki enjoys. And then realizing that's because Loki is actively hanging around... watching fuckin' anime with me. Why the hell would Loki want to watch a dumb comedy anime with the funny little guy he works with?

Seeing a post about watching comedy as a devotional act to Loki later felt intentional, so I ended up deciding to do just that.

Thing is, I grew up exposed to the idea that God is an all-powerful being who deserves nothing less than the best and humans are the scum of the earth. I'm only now seeing that it's been damaging my relationship with my deities. I'm afraid to just chat with them 'too casually.' I apologize if I feel like I said something that's too disrespectful. I've apologized to Loki multiple times because he pulled some shit and my response was "god damnit Loki" or "you motherfucker."

And then they remind me that I call my mom the same thing, and she laughs. It's the same with my friends. All because it's not insulting, or disrespectful, it's a sign of affection. I would never say that and mean it; they know that, so it's funny. It's playful.

Amongst many other things, Loki is teaching me that joy is to be valued. This world tells us that it's dumb, childish, or any other assortment of negative descriptors- and that it has no place in spirituality. Certainly no place in the presence of a god- and that's fucking sad. I think Loki is sad about it too. I think Loki's fucking pissed, actually. How dare we be made to feel shame for what makes us happy. The gods deserve to partake in our joy and our fun just as much as they deserve to be part of our sorrow and fear.

Maybe it's just me, but I'm starting to think that hanging out with some fucker who's scrolling through memes and blasting music might just be a nice change of pace for them.

[1oki]

Loki won't hate you if you make mistakes. He has too. He's a good example to look at when remembering your actions have consequences. You can do whatever you want but you have to be ready to deal with the outcome.

Loki will be there when you feel outcast and alone and friendless. In those dark stormy days in your head he will be that candle that burns bright and it will never go out.

Don't have a good family? Me neither! But you know who is a Great dad/brother/uncle etc? Loki! Also the other gods. A whole new family that will fight for you and not abandon you.

He's not mad at you either btw. Communication is key and if you have worries just ask. He's not here to harm you or make you feel like hell. He's warm and silly but serious and stern if he has to be.

Somebody wrong you? Tell good ole carrot top. He may or may not make sure nobody finds their body. 😁👍

Anyway. I've been through a lot with him and I can promise he's definitely a good guy and worth having around. Even if he's made me wanna twist his nips a few times.

[bowldrips]

Loki, in my head, UNREPENTANTLY, every time someone calls themself a "hard polytheist":

[lizthefirewitch]

Wood burning is a passion of mine. Of course, I dedicate a lot of my projects to Loki and this one here is one of my favorite so far. Its a small wooden box, I am currently working on. Sure, its not perfect and i have still a lot to learn. But i love how it turned out so far 🥰

[morbidmomma]

mistletoe

Art by morbidmomma

[gingergod]

Makes me think of Loki

[the-pagan-crow]

The Value of Worshipping Loki, Fenrir, Hel, or Any Other "Evil" or "Scary" Deity

If you've spent any time in Heathen spaces, I'm sure you've seen people who claim that Loki and their offspring are evil and / or not worthy of worship. While I can understand this line of thinking st the surface level, I don't think it takes certain factors into account

1) Downfalls Of Mythic Literalism

Taking the myths as true stories is, in my opinion, unhelpful in worshipping the gods. These stories have been written down by humans after they were passed down orally. There's always going to be human bias in these telling and retellings because humans aren't perfect.

Claiming that Loki is evil is saying that humans know the gods and can decide if they are "good" or "evil."

The myths and stories are just that: stories. They aren't the end all be all of who the gods are.

2) "Good" vs. "Evil" Is Unhelpful

The concept that Loki is evil and the other gods are good is such a black and white way of looking at Norse Mythology. A vast majority of humans are neither purely good nor purely evil, so why should the gods be subject to this sort of ridicule?

In reality, things are always gray, there isn't much that's black and white.

3) Chaos Is A Part Of Life

The gods often reflect the realities of life, and let's be honest, life is messy and chaotic. Embracing chaos can be helpful in getting through rough patches.

Loki is a god of chaos; chaos is a part of life. Therefore, some may find benefit in working with or worshipping them.

4) It's Literally None Of Your Business

If everything I have said previously does not inspire you to leave Loki devotees or devotees of "evil" deities alone, please realize that other peoples' practices aren't your concern. They aren't hurting anyone. They aren't hurting you.

I think all of us need to remember that everyone is fighting their own battle. Picking a fight with someone over who they worship or work with is not kind, and you're unlikely to change anyone's mind.

Even in this post, I'm not trying to convince you to worship Loki or his children. All I'm trying to do is remind people that kindness goes a long way.

I hope you found this post informative or helpful in some way. If you have any questions or comments, send them my way!!

[butchsyearning]

today, i want to thank loki.

i want to thank them for reminding me to stay true to myself, for even when the easiest way is to conform to the norm, i must keep my ideals firm.

i want to appreciate them for, in their chaotic messiness, teaching me valuable lessons about life and showing me a much more laughter-filled view, where my issues can and will have a way around them.

i want to be grateful for all the much needed guidance through tarot (even though throwing half the deck at me might not help sometimes, it definitely makes me chuckle and turns the reading less heavy) and the patience they've had with me, since i'm still in the very beginning of my journey: mistakes are obviously made.

loki, i hope you can continue to bring this energy into my life. you're very much respected, adored and cherished and i want to remain connected with you.

[godofthequeers]

God of Stories is very fitting, but I think God of Queers is more suitable.

[ph4os]

even if you can't feel your deities, they are still here, and they still love you.