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

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Air is one of the five elements that appear in most Wiccan and Pagan traditions. Air is one of the four classical elements and is often invoked in Wiccan ritual. Air is the element of the East, connected to the soul and the breath of life. Air is associated with the colors yellow and white. In pagan and Wicca symbolism the other elements, fire, earth, and water are also used. Seax Wicca Archangel Michael is considered a protector and defender against evil, and is often depicted with a sword and shield. The sigil is used in various spiritual practices, such as prayer and meditation, and is believed to provide spiritual guidance and protection to those who use it. The Dragon Eye

The Triple Goddess symbol can be incorporated into love spells, rituals for self-love and acceptance, and ceremonies to honor the cycles of love. In many pagan traditions, seven is a sacred number, and this symbol can be used to represent different sets of seven things depending on a person’s beliefs or tradition.

The star in the pentacle represents the four classical elements: earth, air, water, and fire plus spirit. The circle around them symbolizes the connection and relationship between them all. I've been casting spells for more than a decade and have worked privately with clients from all over the world. The sun has long been a symbol of power and magic. The Greeks honored the sun god with "prudence and piety," according to James Frazer. Because of the sun's sheer power, they made offerings of honey rather than wine -- they knew that it was important to keep a deity of such power from becoming intoxicated! Although sometimes referred to as a Sun Wheel, this symbol represents the Wheel of the Year and the eight Wiccan sabbats. The term "sun wheel" comes from the solar cross, which was a calendar used to mark the solstices and equinoxes in some pre-Christian European cultures. In addition to being represented by a wheel or cross, sometimes the sun is portrayed simply as a circle, or as a circle with a point in the center. The Triple Moon sigil is a symbol that is often associated with protection in many mystical and spiritual practices. The symbol represents the three phases of the moon, waxing, full, and waning, and is often used in Wiccan and pagan practices. The Triple Moon sigil is believed to offer protection as well as promote balance and harmony in one’s life. The Thunderbird

Hecate's Wheel is a symbol used by some traditions of Wicca. It seems to be most popular among feminist traditions and represents the three aspects of the Goddess -- Maiden, Mother, and Crone. This labyrinth-like symbol has origins in Greek legend, where Hecate was known as a guardian of the crossroads before she evolved into a goddess of magic and sorcery. A Wiccan love symbol works only if the observer activates its emotional structure. The sun is the sun in every moment of the day, but at the very moment when an individual places his attention on it, he is overwhelmed by an emotion that transforms it into a symbol capable of transforming a certain reality into an emotional reality. If you see it from a brand-new perspective, with an open heart and an open mind you will definitely be able to use its energy and attract what you want in your life. What can I do with them? This symbol is found in many NeoPagan and Wiccan traditions as a symbol of the Goddess. The first crescent represents the waxing phase of the moon -- new beginnings, new life, and rejuvenation. The center circle is symbolic of the full moon, the time when magic is at its most potent and powerful. Finally, the last crescent represents the waning moon -- a time to do banishing magic and to send things away. The design is popular in jewelry and is sometimes found with a moonstone set into the center disc for additional power. This pagan symbol represents three aspects of the goddess: maiden, mother, and crone. Hectate is a goddess from Greek mythology. She is associated with the moon, magic, sorcery, witchcraft, crossroads, entrances, herbs and necromancy. One of the pagan symbols is the spiral-goddess and it is commonly used by Wiccans, as a sign of life. The spiral is a representation of the continuing cycle of life, death, and rebirth.The images can be saved so that you can print them out, add them to your photo collection, or share them. In Islamic tradition, the Seal of Solomon is known as the “Seal of the Prophets” and is associated with the Prophet Muhammad. The symbol is still widely recognized today and remains a popular motif in jewelry and artwork. The Valknut The spiralling line can be seen as the constant path of life and has been found in different contexts throughout history. Spirals can also be found in nature, for example, galaxies and seashells. The Celts and Celtic symbols have long been rooted in legend and lore, especially for their use of architecture and symbolism. An Indo-European tribe, the Celts were known to have covered large swaths of Europe, and have left remnants of their cultural practices throughout England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales and even the north of France. The Celts lived in small, rural settings and were incredibly dependent on the weather and the seasons. An agricultural tribe, the seasons dictated whether they would have a fertile harvest, or have to survive with little food during harsh winters. For the Celts, natural phenomena became deities, simply because of their dependence on the seasons. As small farming communities the forces of nature, such as the sun, rain, thunder, lightning were all elements that controlled their lives and made up much of what is currently known of Celtic symbols, and the Celts attributed god-like abilities to these forces. This is where Celtic symbols were borne out of and this continues to be the case as these symbols continued to be used today. It is associated with the wilderness and virility and there are also some people who believe that it the horned god carries the souls of the dead to the underworld.

In some traditions of Wicca, this triangle is the mark of a degree of initiation. It is sometimes displayed within a circle, or Fire may be represented by a circle alone. The triangle, with its pyramid shape, is often symbolic of the masculine aspect of the Divine. In 1887, Lydia Bell wrote in The Path that, "...the triangle is our symbol for truth. As a symbol for the whole of truth, it holds the key to all science, to all wisdom, and its study leads with certain steps to and through that door wherein the mystery of life ceases to be a problem and becomes revelation... The triangle is a unit, each part of the triangle is a unit, hence, it follows that every part manifests the whole." 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 Hopi peoples of the American Southwest indicated Earth not as a triangle, but as a labyrinth with one opening; this opening was the womb from which all life sprang. In alchemy, the element of earth is represented by the triangle with a crossbar. Fans of Celtic artwork occasionally get variations of this piece as tattoos or wear them as talismans of protection. In modern Celtic reconstructionist groups, the shield knot is sometimes invoked as a ward to keep negative energy away. In some traditions, the corners of the knot are meant to represent the four elements of earth, air, fire, and water, although it's important to note that Celtic spirituality is usually based upon the three realms of earth, sea, and sky. The Dragon Eye is associated with the energy of the dragon and is used in meditation and spiritual practices to connect with the dragon’s power and wisdom. It is also used in popular culture, such as in fantasy literature and games, as a representation of dragons and their mythical qualities. The Triskelion

Unicorn

This labyrinth-like symbol has origins in Greek legend, where Hecate was known as a guardian of the crossroads before she evolved into a goddess of magic and sorcery. Hecate’s Wheel is a symbol used by some traditions of Wicca. It seems to be most popular among feminist traditions and represents the three aspects of the Goddess Maiden, Mother and Crone. Elven Star

The Eye of Ra is a significant symbol in ancient Egyptian culture that pays tribute to the Sun God, Ra. It was believed to be a powerful symbol that could subdue enemies, and was considered to be an extension of Ra himself. However, in modern interpretations, it is viewed as the feminine counterpart of Ra. This symbol is known to offer protection and promise of birth and nurturing in its creative form, while in its violent aspect, it is believed to ward off demons.

The Thunderbird

The symbol of the female trinity of the Morrigan-Macha-Boadb battle and the male Ogma-Lugh-Dagda battle. The choice, of course, is entirely up to you! Remember to use positive words and avoid negative comments like don’t, won’t, or not. Use robust and powerful words you’d like your sigil to represent. The eye symbol was painted on the boats of Egyptian fishermen before they set out to cast their nets along the Nile River. This protected the boat from evil curses and its occupants from those who might wish them harm. The Egyptians also marked this symbol on coffins, so that the person held within would be protected in the afterlife. In the Book of the Dead, the dead are led into the afterlife by Osiris, who offers the deceased soul nourishment from the Eye of Ra.