Sigils & Talismans

[bluefedish]

A sigil is simply a sign or image that has magickal properties. The purpose of a sigil is to direct your subconscious mind to accomplish the desires or needs of your conscious mind. Your subconscious mind requires symbolism created by the conscious mind to motivate it to accomplish your desires. A sigil is the image, the symbol, that has meaning to your conscious mind- and can be sent to your subconscious to "will" it to achieve your desire.

There are many different theories on sigils and their uses, many different ways to create them, and here I will tell you how I use them, and when I use them.

Many magickal practitioners feel that you should create your own sigils in your magickal rites. A sigil created by anyone other than you will not have the same powers or be as effective for you as a sigil you make yourself, in my opinion.

Drawing sigils isn't as simple as grabbing a piece of paper and making a design. A sigil should be drawn when you are in a meditative state or are focusing on your intended goal. Sigils have powers beyond understanding, and I believe they can be a wonderful extension of your magick. I also want you to be careful when using them. As in all other spells- "Be careful what you wish for." Make sure you truly want and need what you are attempting to achieve.

The pentacle is the most powerful sigil used in Neo-pagan witchcraft and by many occultists. Other sigils serve as identifying logos of organizations. Individuals can adopt their personal sigils by selecting a letter from the rune or Theban alphabets. They have personal, secret meaning and are often inscribed on magickal tools used in occult practices and ceremonies. Sigils also serve as amulets, talismans, or meditation tools.

In general terms, a sigil is any glyph or symbol with mystical or magickal significance.

Selected Source:
www.monamagick.com/resources_sigils.html

[JayMan]

Many WNY practitioners of "pagan" traditions in the 1980s and 1990s created their own sigils, many striking them in metals or carving them into wood or stone as a personal talisman and wore them as a kind of "signature." The creation of one's own sigil on a talisman or charm and subsequent sharing between trusted partners was believed to be effective in the transconduction of energies between the individuals. The practice faded out in the late 1990s when the practice of neo-pagan rituals came under attack in WNY. But we're back now. Miss us?

Like the ancient history lesson?

[bluefedish]

Yes it was very nice.