What is the Bakcheion?
Bakcheion
(Βακχεῖον) is a sacred guild honoring Dionysos Bakcheios, the god of ecstatic
deliverance. Formed with the sole intent of hosting a Dionysian ritual at Many Gods West 2015, the Bakcheion includes members from all over
the United States and the polytheist and pagan spectrums.
The
Ritual
Held on
the 1st of August at the conference hotel. The ritual will be
open to registered participants and conference members. It will include a
devotional performance, music and offerings in honour of Dionysos and his
retinue.
Impact
Foremost,
this sacred act is dedicated to Dionysos with the intent of honoring and pleasing
our beloved god. However, this ritual will also be an opportunity for pagan
community members to come together in joint celebration; some, for the first
time. Participants come from different backgrounds.
It is our
hope that the work we do and the energy created will have an impact that will
resonate throughout the polytheist and pagan community--granting blessings,
strengthening bonds and establishing networks. Looking towards the future, the
success of this ritual has the potential to be a strong impetus for creating
future Dionysian gatherings and events.
Call
for Donations
The
Bakcheion consists of volunteers with members offering their services for free
and out of their own pockets. As some relief, we're calling for donations to
help cover member travel expenses, accommodation and performance costs;
including props and materials, libations / offerings and whatever other
expenses may surprise us. If donations exceed the asking amount, it will be
distributed back into supporting the polytheist community.
Perks
Your
donation could be a devotional act, and in the spirit of Charis, Bakcheion
members are also offering their services as perks.
$8 Sample Vial (1/32 oz) of the Katharsios Anointing Oil, blended by Aridela (description below) - A small way to connect with our ritual
$10 Handcrafted Bone Pendant by Dver. Choose one from a selection of 10-15 different small animal bones, claws, teeth and antler, which will be drilled and wired so it can be strung on a cord or chain.
$25 Darkwood Incense Powder by Dver. Two-ounce bottle of special ritual powdered incense containing vetiver, cedar, sandalwood and patchouli.
$25 Sannion is offering to write a poem or prayer on the subject of choosing.
The first donation of $25, win one signed copy of Thunderstruck with Wine by H. Jeremiah Lewis (Sannion)
The first donation of $30, win one signed copy of Ecstatic by H. Jeremiah Lewis (Sannion)
$60 Katharsios Consecrating Oil
1/2 oz bottle, blended by Aridela. This is the oil we shall be using for the ritual. All pure essential oils and ingredients were chosen for their spiritual and energetic properties, to support the spirit, help heal old wounds and fears, transform stagnation into transformation, and to bring joy and freedom of expression. Contains: Beeswax absolute and the essential oils of myrrh, spikenard, galbanum, petitgrain, orange, benzoin and a couple drops of wine in a base of jojoba oil. (Inquire about shipping outside the U.S.)
$100 All perks from Sannion.
Want
to help?
Apart
from donating to the cause, spreading the word is of great value. We're also
offering unique, original designed t-shirts and apparel on
CafePress with any revenue going towards the cause. If
you want direct involvement, feel free to
join us.
Finally
A massive
thank you for any help you can offer and for
reading through our cause.