The word psychopomp literally means "guide of souls". It derives from the Greek psychopompos or ψυχοπομπός
Pscychopomps guide souls through the spirit world and into the afterlife. They may guide living practitioners through the spirit world as well and assist with astral projection. May Gods and spirit creatures are considered psychopomps. Many mundane creatures have been given this status as well including several species of birds, horses, dogs and rabbits.
Hecate - Hecate is the Goddess of the moon and pathways in both Greek and Roman tradition.
Hermes - Hermes is the multifaceted messenger of the Gods. He is the Watcher at the Gates, a Thief in the Night, the mischievous God of Luck and the Psychopomp who guides souls to the afterworld, and also guides us through dream space.
Michael - In JudeoChristian and Islamic lore, Saint Michael the Archangel is the "great prince who stands up for the children of your people". His name means "who is like God?" His is interpreted as a symbol of humility before God and said to be the one who will lead the armies of God against the forces of Satan. According to Catholic tradition, he is also a psychopomp who escorts the dead to heaven after judging their worthiness and giving them a chance to redeem themselves.
