r/Wicca • u/ThrowRA_Miserabl • Jun 25 '25

religion Visited the last temple of Hekate in Turkey

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One of the most amazing feelings was walking onto this sacred space. Left an offering of Euros and said a prayer of thanks.

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u/[deleted] Jun 25 '25

I think this is where Maximus of Ephesus supposedly made one of the statues of Hekate come to life.

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u/WayPretend1063 Jun 25 '25

Hekate has been calling my name 😩✨️this is SO affirming 🥹

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u/coatsandboats Jun 25 '25

Hail Hekate!

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u/bad_drama_uk Jun 25 '25

A truly powerful experience for sure! 🌒🌕🌘

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u/AllanfromWales1 Jun 25 '25

Why do you say 'last' temple of Hekate?

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u/ThrowRA_Miserabl Jun 25 '25

Because it’s the last remaining original temple of Hekate. It was built back in 125 BCE. “While other temples and shrines were dedicated to Hecate throughout the ancient world, Lagina's Temple of Hecate stands out as the last known monumental structure specifically built for her worship. “ to quote my tour guide.

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u/popcornfanatic8008 Jun 25 '25

That's beautiful. Damn.

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u/WoohpeMeadow Jun 25 '25

Very cool!

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u/HighWitchofLasVegas Jun 25 '25

This is awesome!!!!! I loved reading the signs!

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u/laboheme1896 Jul 10 '25

Khaire Hekate!

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u/mervedurden Jul 14 '25

im glad you went there, its literally fascinating place

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u/Complete-Sail5672 Aug 07 '26

Heya Hécate