- Perkūnas, god of thunder and lightning.
- Žemyna, goddess of the earth and fertility.
- Laima, goddess of fate and destiny.
- Dievas, god of sky and heavens.
- Aukštaitis, god of the highlands.
- Gabija, goddess of fire.
- Saulė, goddess of the sun.
- Mėnulis, god of the moon.
- Vakarinė, goddess of the sunset.
- Rasa, goddess of the dew.
It’s worth noting that the pantheon of gods and goddesses in the Lithuanian paganism was not fixed, many local gods and goddesses were also venerated by different regions and tribes.
More about Žemyna
Žemyna is a goddess of the earth and fertility in Lithuanian paganism. She was one of the most important and widely worshipped goddesses in pre-Christian Lithuanian religion. She is often depicted as a nurturing and protective mother figure, who provides bountiful harvests, fertile land, and protects the people from drought and famine.
In addition to her role as a fertility goddess, Žemyna was also associated with the land, its fertility, and the well-being of the people who lived on it. She was believed to have the power to heal and protect animals, plants, and people. She was also associated with the natural cycles of the earth, such as the changing of the seasons and the cycles of growth and decay.
Žemyna was often invoked in rituals and ceremonies related to agriculture, such as planting and harvesting, as well as in rituals related to birth and marriage. She was also associated with the household, and was sometimes invoked to protect the home and its inhabitants.
After the introduction of Christianity in Lithuania, the worship of Žemyna and other pagan gods and goddesses was discouraged, but many people continued to venerate her and other deities in secret, and many of her attributes and associations were absorbed into Christian saints and holy figures.
More about Perkūnas
Perkūnas is the god of thunder and lightning in Lithuanian paganism. He is one of the most important and widely worshipped gods in pre-Christian Lithuanian religion. He was believed to be the ruler of the sky and the heavens and was associated with the natural phenomena of thunder and lightning.
Perkūnas was also considered as a god of justice, and was associated with law and order. He was believed to have the power to punish those who broke the moral and social laws of the community. In this role, he was seen as a defender of the community against chaos and disorder. He was also associated with war, and was sometimes invoked by warriors before going to battle.
Perkūnas was often depicted as a powerful and fearsome figure, wielding a hammer and a thunderbolt. He was also associated with the oak tree, which was believed to be sacred to him.
In rituals and ceremonies, offerings were made to Perkūnas, such as bread, meat, and alcohol. These offerings were made to appease him and gain his favor, particularly during times of drought or other natural disasters.
Like other deities of the Lithuanian pagan pantheon, Perkūnas worship was discouraged after the arrival of Christianity, but many people continued to venerate him in secret, and many of his attributes and associations were absorbed into Christian saints and holy figures.
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More about Laima
Laima is the goddess of fate and destiny in Lithuanian paganism. She was one of the most important and widely worshipped goddesses in pre-Christian Lithuanian religion. Laima was believed to have the power to determine the course of a person’s life and to guide them through the trials and tribulations of existence.
Laima was associated with the concept of “luck” and was believed to bestow good fortune on those she favored and bring misfortune to those she didn’t. She was also associated with childbirth and was invoked to ensure safe delivery and a healthy baby.
Laima was often depicted as a woman of great beauty and wisdom, holding symbols of fate such as a spinning wheel or a distaff. She was also associated with the birch tree, which was believed to be sacred to her.
In rituals and ceremonies, offerings were made to Laima, such as bread, fruit, and flowers. These offerings were made to appease her and gain her favor, particularly during important events such as weddings, births, and other life transitions.
Like other deities of the Lithuanian pagan pantheon, Laima worship was discouraged after the arrival of Christianity, but many people continued to venerate her in secret, and many of her attributes and associations were absorbed into Christian saints and holy figures.
More about Dievas
Dievas is the god of sky and heavens in Lithuanian paganism. He was one of the most important and widely worshipped gods in pre-Christian Lithuanian religion. He was believed to be the ruler of the sky and the heavens and was associated with the natural phenomena of weather and the cycles of the seasons.
Dievas was also considered as a god of creation, and was associated with the creation of the world, the stars, and the planets. He was believed to have created the world and its inhabitants, and to have the power to shape the destiny of the world. He was also associated with wisdom, knowledge, and the pursuit of truth.
Dievas was often depicted as a powerful and wise figure, holding symbols of creation such as a sun, a star, or a hammer. He was also associated with the oak tree, which was believed to be sacred to him.
In rituals and ceremonies, offerings were made to Dievas, such as bread, meat, and alcohol. These offerings were made to appease him and gain his favor, particularly during important events such as solstices and equinoxes.
Like other deities of the Lithuanian pagan pantheon, Dievas worship was discouraged after the arrival of Christianity, but many people continued to venerate him in secret, and many of his attributes and associations were absorbed into Christian saints and holy figures.
More about Aukštaitis
Aukštaitis is the god of the sky and the heavens in Lithuanian paganism. He is also associated with the concept of the “highlands” or the “high place”. He was considered one of the most important and widely worshipped gods in pre-Christian Lithuanian religion.
Aukštaitis was believed to be the ruler of the sky and the heavens and was associated with the natural phenomena of weather and the cycles of the seasons. He was also associated with the concept of “up” and “above”, and was believed to have the power to lift people’s spirits and help them reach new heights in their lives.
Aukštaitis was often depicted as a powerful and wise figure, holding symbols of the sky such as a sun or a star. He was also associated with the oak tree, which was believed to be sacred to him.
In rituals and ceremonies, offerings were made to Aukštaitis, such as bread, meat, and alcohol. These offerings were made to appease him and gain his favor, particularly during important events such as solstices and equinoxes.
Like other deities of the Lithuanian pagan pantheon, Aukštaitis worship was discouraged after the arrival of Christianity, but many people continued to venerate him in secret, and many of his attributes and associations were absorbed into Christian saints and holy figures.
More about Gabija
Gabija is a goddess of fire and household in Lithuanian paganism. She was considered one of the most important and widely worshipped goddesses in pre-Christian Lithuanian religion. Gabija was associated with the hearth, the home, and the fire that burned within it. She was believed to protect the home and its inhabitants and to keep them warm and safe.
Gabija was also associated with the hearth fire, which was considered sacred and was never allowed to go out. She was believed to have the power to bring good luck and prosperity to the household and was often invoked in rituals and ceremonies related to the home, such as house blessings and weddings.
Gabija was often depicted as a woman holding a firebrand or a torch. She was also associated with the birch tree, which was believed to be sacred to her.
In rituals and ceremonies, offerings were made to Gabija, such as bread, fruit, and flowers. These offerings were made to appease her and gain her favor, particularly during important events such as the lighting of the hearth fire and the start of the new year.
Like other deities of the Lithuanian pagan pantheon, Gabija worship was discouraged after the arrival of Christianity, but many people continued to venerate her in secret, and many of her attributes and associations were absorbed into Christian saints and holy figures.
The gods and goddesses of pagan Lithuania have many similarities and connections to the gods and goddesses of ancient Greece, Rome, and Scandinavia. Some of the similarities include:
- Sky gods: The Lithuanian god Dievas and the Greek god Zeus, and the Roman god Jupiter, are all sky gods associated with the heavens and the natural phenomena of weather and the cycles of the seasons.
- Creator gods: The Lithuanian god Dievas is a god of creation, similar to the Greek god of creation, Prometheus and the Roman god of creation, Saturn.
- Fire goddess: The Lithuanian goddess Gabija is a goddess of fire and household, similar to the Greek goddess Hestia and the Roman goddess Vesta, both goddess of the hearth, home, and domestic life.
- Fertility goddess: The Lithuanian goddess Laima is a goddess of fate and destiny, similar to the Greek goddess Fortuna and the Roman goddess Fortuna.
- War gods: The Lithuanian god Perkūnas is a god of thunder, similar to the Greek god of thunder, Thor from the Norse mythology.
It’s important to note that despite these similarities, the gods and goddesses of pagan Lithuania have distinct characteristics and attributes specific to their own culture and beliefs. Each culture has its own unique understanding of the gods and goddesses, their roles and responsibilities, and how they were worshiped and honored.
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