APPROX DIMS: 8.25" X 4.5" X 9.63" MATERIAL: COLD CAST BRONZE Here is a link to our Hera blog post, with more information about the goddess! Hera – Greek Goddess of Marriage, Sovereignty, and Divine Queenship CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE: Hera is the queen of the Olympian gods, wife and sister of Zeus, and goddess of marriage, commitment, family, and regal authority. She represents divine order in relationships and the power of sacred vows. While often portrayed in mythology as stern or vengeful, Hera also embodies the dignity, loyalty, and complexity of partnership and feminine leadership. In ancient Greece, Hera was honored as a protector of women, childbirth, and social order, often invoked during weddings and rites of passage into womanhood. FAVORITE OFFERINGS: Crystals: Pearl – purity, elegance, and sacred feminine wisdom Moonstone – emotional balance, commitment, and divine femininity Lapis Lazuli – royal power, truth, and inner authority Herbs: Pomegranate – sacred symbol of union, fertility, and hidden depth Rose – for love, beauty, and marital devotion Lavender – for peace, protection, and harmony in relationships Oils: Rose – devotion, dignity, and grace Myrrh – sovereignty, sacred feminine, and enduring power Clove – strength, boundaries, and fiery clarity Colors: Royal Blue – queenship, loyalty, and divine truth White – purity, spiritual devotion, and noble presence Gold – divine authority, regality, and illumination Green - abundance, luck, prosperity Rituals: Relationship blessings and vow renewals in her honor Lighting candles and reciting affirmations for self-respect and commitment Anointing oneself with oils before making important decisions in love or leadership Honoring the cycles of devotion, fidelity, and sacred feminine strength MODERN WORSHIP PRACTICES: Create an altar with peacock feathers, golden ornaments, wedding rings, or a crown Offer white flowers, honey, milk, or fruit—especially pomegranates or apples Call on Hera for guidance in long-term partnerships, family matters, or when stepping into leadership roles Meditate on her energy to cultivate inner strength, loyalty, and self-worth in your personal or public life Use affirmations such as: “I honor my worth. I walk with dignity. I uphold sacred bonds.”