Pagan Symbolism

Elements and Directions

Air is represented by the direction of East. It is associated with the color lavender, the geographical regions of the Far East (or the Orient) such as Tibet and China, and animals of flight, such as birds or mythological elves and fairies. It is considered a masculine energy. The powers of Air are traditionally associated with the intellect; rational thought, self-control, discernment, intelligence, astral travel and understanding among other. Represented in magickal work by the wand, incense, a feather or a smudge.

Fire is represented by the direction of South. It is associated with the color red, the geographical region of Africa or South America and fast moving, agressive or fire-breathing animals such as the lion or the mythological dragon. It is considered a masculine energy. The powers of Fire are traditionally associated with primal energy; masculinity, passion, spontaneity, strength and courage among others. Represented in magickal work by a sword or a candle.

Water is represented by the direction of West. It is associated with the color blue, the geographical region of Europe and water animals, such as fish, frogs, and dolphins and mythological mermaids and naiads. It is considered a feminine energy. The powers of Water are traditionally associated with emotion; compassion, understanding, empathy, insight, flexibility, and adaptability. Represented in magical work by a chalice or goblet or a cauldron.

Earth is represented by the direction of North. It is associated with the colors brown and/or green, the geographical region of North America and land mammals such as bears, wolves and elk and mythological dryads and gnomes. It is considered a feminine energy. The powers of Earth are traditionally associated with grounding; consistency, quiet strength, tradition and family. Represented in magickal work by salt, a dish of soil, or a pentacle.

Spirit, the 5th element, is not represented by any direction but rather is considered center. It is associated with the colors white or silver and by humans or deities and is considered the energizing force which unites the other elements. Represented in magickal work by a god and goddess candle or by the caster him/herself.



CROSS - Many people assume that the cross is a Christian symbol. Christians have indeed adopted the cross but its origins date back long before the Messiah was ever born. The cross can be dated back to ancient Babylon and the worship of the sun-gods Mithra and Tammuz. In fact the cross was not used by Christians until the fourth century after Emperor Constantine (a pagan sun-worshipper) had a vision of the cross in front of the sun.

PETER'S CROSS - Satanists are not the brightest folks to begin with, but you would think they would check to see if a symbol already had a meaning before adopting it as their own. Satanist think if they invert a symbol, it will make it evil or if they spell something backwards it makes it cool. The fact is that this symbol has been known as Peter's Cross for the better part of two-thousand years. It is written and widely believed that Peter was crucified upside down by his own request.

ANKH - Also known as the Long Life Seal. While Christians try to say the ankh is not a cross, make no mistake about it, the ankh is indeed another rendering of a cross. This symbol originated in Egypt and symbolizes reincarnation. Egyptians were pagans and worshipped many gods like the sun-god Amen-Rah, and the pagan sun-trinity: Osiris, Isis and Horus. The ankh and the common cross were both used equally in ancient pagan sun-worship.

FISH SYMBOL - Also known as the Ichthys Symbol (Greek for fish). Another adaptation of a pagan symbol into Christianity. The fish was used worldwide as a religious symbol associated with the pagan "Great Mother Goddess." It was meant to represent the outline of her vulva. It is linked to the Age of Pisces and also has associations with the Hindu deity Vishnu but more so with Dagon the fish-god of the Philistines. The name Dagon is derived from dag which means fish. There have also been discoveries of the fish-god in sculptures found in Nineveh Assyria. Dagon is also found in the Scriptures (Judges 16:23-24; 1 Samuel 5:2-5).

TRIQUETRA SYMBOL - Another pagan symbol adopted by Christianity. This symbol used to symbolize the Christian trinity doctrine; the secretive sign of the Aquarian Conspirators; the symbol of the worshippers of the Black Madonna; the symbol plastered on the image of the face of holders of a coming, new universal smart card and we instantly recall that higher-level Masons worship a false god under the adulterous name, Jahbuhlun. The mark of Jahbuhlun is that of the Triquetra which is composed of three 6's, overlaid.

PROTECTION SYMBOL - Also known as the Ritual Circle. In the occult a circle always represents a boundary of power. If you see a symbol enclosed in a circle, more times than not it is a symbol of the occult. It is a common practice for those who claim to have outer body experiences to draw a circle around their bodies before leaving so that nothing else can enter it while they are away.

YIN-YANG SYMBOL - Together they are polar expressions of the martial art of t'ai-chi, and the eternal Tao in Chinese philosophy. Yin represents the moon, water and the earth. Yang represents the sun, fire and the heavens. More of the same song and dance but from another part of the world than the usual Babylonian paganism that we are so use to.

EARTH SYMBOL - Also appears as a Hopi medicine wheel and Norse sun symbol. This is the symbol for mother earth in pagan religions such as wicca and other forms of witchcraft. the four sections sometimes represent the four seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter or the four elements of the earth: Air, Fire, Water, and Earth. I have actually seen this symbol on the Calvary Chapel down the street from my house.

PEACE SYMBOL - Also known as the Cross of Nero. Many people are not aware of the origins of this symbol or how it became to symbolize peace. This is the cross of Nero, a broken and inverted cross, enclosed in a circle which represents Nero's vision. Nero believed that there would be world peace without Christianity, thousands of Christians were martyred under the rule of Nero. This is what the "peace symbol" represents regardless of what it means to you.

ANARCHY SYMBOL - Also known as the Circle-A. Many people do not give it much thought but the anarchy symbol is also of the occult. Enclosed in a circle is the letter A, which represents anarchy. Anarchy is the absence of all law and disobedience to any existing law. This is the nature of Satan our adversary who rebelled against our creator, "Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law" is the one and law in the Satanic religion. When applied spiritually this doctrine is the doctrine of sin (I-John 3:4).

GAY SYMBOL - Also known as the Thaumaturgic Triangle. Ignorance is bliss amongst the homosexual community. The symbol they adopted to represent their sexual orientation has long been used by Satan worshippers to conjure demons from the bowels of hell. The triangle is used as a door and the circle as a boundary of power. Some Satanists admit doing away with the circle in hopes of being possessed.

PENTACLE - A real popular symbol used by many that dabble in the occult. Many pagans such as those who practice wicca and other forms of witchcraft wear the emblem as a pendant. Some even go as far as placing them in all the rooms of their homes, especially during pagan holy days such as: Christmas, Easter, Father's Day, Mother's Day, New Years Day, Thanksgiving Day, Valentine's Day, and last but not least, Halloween.

PENTAGRAM - Another rendering of the popular symbol, only inverted. Today, the pentagram may be even more common than the upright pentacle. Satanists, a more sinister breed of the underworld usually wear this symbol as a pendant or use this symbol in satanic rituals. It is found at many sites where sacrifices and other rituals have taken place. It is also found as art work on many Satanic heavy metal albums such as Slayer.

HEXAGRAM - Another star enclosed in a circle and another popular symbol used by those who practice various forms of witchcraft. This symbol is not as popular with Satanist and may even be used exclusively by those practicing other forms of the occult such as wicca and other forms of witchcraft. Some people confuse this symbol with the Magen David.

MAGEN DAVID - Also known as Solomon's Seal. This symbol used by rabbinic Jews is often confused with the hexagram by those not familiar with symbology but the Magen David lacks the all too familiar circle associated with most other popular occultic symbols. Magen is the Hebrew word for shield, this is why it is sometimes called the Shield of David. Legend has it that King David's shield was shaped as such. It is more likely to be associated to King Solomon than with King David as the symbol appears on the handle of King Solomon's Sword. I originally thought that this was a good thing, legitimizing this symbol in my mind and making it a good Jewish symbol. Then I read warnings about the Star of Kiyyan (also: Kijun, Kiyuhn, Rephan, Remphan, or Rhemphan) in Scripture (Amos 5:25-27 & Acts 7:43). I thought there would be no way the wise King Solomon could have taken up such a symbol for himself. Then I read about King Solomon's later years and how he was corrupted by his lust for woman, pagan woman, and how he gave into their practices. The fact is that there is no other star that the Jewish people are passionate about and leaves me with no other conclusion that this is the Star of Kiyyan!

Glossary of pagan terms and festivals.

  Occult occluded or hidden/secret; the study of secret or hidden knowledge. Secret societies include the Rosicrucians and certain fraternal orders.
  Earth Religion is a religion whose main tenet is that the worshipper is in harmony with the Earth and with all life. Such religions oppose the idea that the world is a resource to be subdued and exploited.
  Pagan a practitioner of an Earth Religion; from the Latin paganus, a country dweller.
  Neo-Paganisma modern Earth Religion which borrows and adapts from the best of pre-Christian Pagan religions, sometimes with additions from contemporary religious thinkers.
  Witchcraft a magical religion with many diverse traditions derived from various cultural sources around which covens and individual practitioners base their practices.

Modern Witchcraft traditions include:
     Alexandrian
     Celtic
     Circle
     Dianic
     Faery
     Gardnerian
     Isian
     NROOGD
     Reclaiming
     Shamanic
     1734
     and others.

  The Craft another name for Witchcraft.
  Coven a congregation of Witches, usually limited to 13 members or less.
  Witch one who worships the Goddess, and sometimes also Her Consort, the God; practices magic; and considers her/himself to be following the spiritual path of Witchcraft.
  Magic a conscious direction of will to accomplish a goal.
  Sabbat one of the eight seasonal festivals equally spaced during the year, celebrated by individuals and covens of Witches.
  Esbat monthly meeting of a coven, usually held at full moon. There are about 13 full moons each year. Some groups also meet at the dark of the moon.




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