Pagan Sigils: Illustrated Guide to The Non Christian Symbols of Western Occultism: 3

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The besom has an important symbolic role to play in the Wiccan rituals and practices. It is a rounded broom made of a large pole having twigs or straw tied at one end. It is symbolic of purification and cleansing as its ritualistic use was for cleaning sacred places and sweeping out the negative energies. The traditional besom was made of a shaft made of Ash, bristles made of Birch twigs and a binding cord made from Willow strands. Ash represents masculinity, amorous love, and protection, while Birch is symbolic of femininity and purification. Thus, the besom signifies their union. It forms a part of a Wiccan marriage ceremony in which the newlyweds jump over it to strengthen their vows. Triple Moon Symbol Place on your skin (as a tattoo, with makeup, or something that can be washed off like eyeliner or mascara) Simply type in your intention or other key idea (such as a concept or personal name), then watch as your personalized sigil is drawn. You should aim to make your intention as specific as possible. In man, his triple manifestation as a body, emotions, feelings/thoughts, and spirit, but also Action, Sentiment, and Thought and the three ages: childhood, maturity, and old age. Occasionally, the triquetra appears within a circle, or with a circle overlapping the three pieces.

The symbol for Air as one of the four classical elements in alchemy is a triangle with a line through it. Air is used in rituals when a Wicca practitioner is drawing attention to wisdom or communication. It can also be used to symbolize the east or breath (life in general). In some modern traditions, it represents the connection of mind, body, and soul, and in Celtic-based Pagan groups, it is symbolic of the three realms of earth, sea, and sky. Chalice or Cup This pagan symbol is also known as the faery or elven star and it is used within some faerie traditions but is also related to other magical traditions. If you use it upside down, the Pentacle is NOT a satanic symbol and therefore does not attract negative energies. Overturned it has different energies, suitable for different and more materialistic purposes. I never use the inverted pentacle and not because I think it is diabolical, but because I prefer to have ‘self’ control over the elements and all that is in my path.

This ancient symbol has been used in many of the world’s religions. Many people know of the world tree mentioned in Norse mythology, Yggdrasil. It connects all of the different worlds together and is the centre of the universe in Norse mythology.

In traditions that assign colors to the points of the star, the point on the upper right is associated with air, and is typically colored white or yellow, and is connected with knowledge and the creative arts. The Ankh was used in Egyptian art, religion, and iconography, often held by gods and goddesses in depictions. It was also used as a powerful amulet, believed to provide the wearer with protection and the gift of eternal life. The Solar Cross There can be some debate about destroying sigils and if it’s required or not. When trying to decide for yourself, consider your sigil intention. Remember sigil magic is about creating and releasing it into your subconscious mind. When you destroy a sigil it allows the intention or desire to be released so it can fulfill its purpose. Then you can move on about your life and allow the sigil to do its thing. In rituals, when the element of Air is called for, you can use this triangular symbol, or use a feather, incense, or a fan. Air is associated with communication, wisdom or the power of the mind. Do an outdoors working on a windy day, and allow the powers of air to aid you. Visualize air currents carrying away your troubles, blowing away strife, and carrying positive thoughts to those who are far away. Embrace the wind, and let its energy fill you and help you achieve your goals.The pentacle, and the circle that encloses it, are two symbols of infinity, as they do not have a starting and ending point; for this reason, they represent the flow of cosmic energy. For three nights, Odin managed to take a drink of the magical brew Odhroerir, and the three horns in the symbol represent these three drinks. In the prose eddas of Snorri Sturlson , it is indicated that at some point, one of the dwarf brothers offered the mead to men, rather than to the gods. In many parts of the Germanic world, the triple horns are found in stone carvings. This pagan symbol is actually an ancient Viking symbol related to power and strength. It is used by the dragon Fafnir as a way to enhance his own power and invincibility. The Celtic shield knot is used for warding and protection. Shield knots have appeared in cultures around the world and have taken a variety of different forms. They are almost universally square in shape, and the knotwork of the design ranges from simple to complex. In the Celtic version, a series of knots is formed. In other cultures, such as the early Mesopotamian era, the shield is simply a square with a loop at each of the four corners.