Persephone vs. Aphrodite? The Truth About Their Rivalry & Worship

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Did Persephone and Aphrodite really hate each other—or is there more to the story?

In this video, we dive deep into the myth of Adonis, the beautiful mortal man caught between the goddess of love and the queen of the underworld. But this isn’t just about drama—we’re going beyond the surface.

We explore how Persephone and Aphrodite were both honored in ancient Greek religion as Despoina, the "Mistress of the House," a powerful title that speaks to their divine authority and queenship.

We’ll unpack how their worship overlapped, what their titles meant in ancient cult practices, and how modern interpretations often fall into the trap of pitting two powerful women against each other—a dynamic that reflects more about us than the ancient world.

Intro: 0:00

Aphrodite Month in Our Mystery Cult!: 1:53

Aphrodite Restock + Statue Updates in the Temple: 5:20

Do Aphrodite and Persephone Hate Each Other?: 7:57

Why the Dark Divine Feminine Movement Appropriates our Religion: 23:19

Despoina the Epithet of Queen: 27:40

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