Witchy Symbols ⛥☽🍵☾⛥
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Symbols represent categories, elements, or characters, and many carry multiple meanings across different cultures and historical contexts. Similar to the variety of emojis we use today, there are numerous symbols associated with modern-day witches, wizards, angels, and aliens.
Witchy Symbols are spiritual, sacred, and historic. In the spirit of Halloween, I am using the word Witchy in the most positive light, inspired by one of my favorite Hallmark movie and TV series, The Good Witch.
These symbols also serve as an introduction to the various symbols found in tarot card readings. Seen from the image, a card often has zodiac signs, planets, numbers, runes, and elements. The circle in the top right outlines the astrological houses with runes etched in rocks tossed like lithomancy. Each reading is open to interpretation, allowing the reader and the listener to gain insight into current feelings while setting positive intentions for the future.
The Zodiac Signs
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The Zodiac Signs represent general characteristics based on birth dates and are divided into 12 sections. Knowing your zodiac sign can help you understand common traits, habits, and mannerisms associated with it. Zodiac signs are part of psychological astrology and an astrological chart, a circular map of the night sky at the time of birth. Zodiac signs are frequently referenced in pop culture, horoscopes, and tarot readings, as well as in Chinese and Japanese astrology.
Elements
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The symbols for the elements are also known as Alchemical Elements. Here are some ways to remember each symbol: air can be represented by a cloud passing over a mountain, earth by digging into the ground, fire is like a campfire, and water is like a cup of water. The fifth symbol is aether, also known as quintessence, which relates to elements such as gravity and the propagation of light.
Planets
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The symbols for the planets are important in both tarot and astrological readings. Each planet rules specific zodiac signs, helping us understand how their influences interact. Astrological readings chart the positions of the stars at birth, with each planet representing aspects of life such as family, career, and health. The symbols often have historical, medical, and mythological significance, and each planet is linked to an element that shapes its energy.
Alchemy
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Moon Phases
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Alchemy is an ancient practice that combines elements of philosophy, chemistry, and mysticism. It focuses on the transformation of materials, often aiming to turn base metals into noble ones, like gold, and to discover the philosopher's stone, which symbolizes ultimate wisdom and enlightenment. Alchemy symbols represent the elements, planets, materials, and processes involved in these transformations.
Moon phases symbolize times for different intentions. The new moon is for setting intentions and starting new projects. The waxing moon encourages reflection and planning as you build momentum. The full moon is a time for completion, celebration, and expressing gratitude. The waning moon is associated with release and letting go, making it a powerful phase for clearing away what no longer serves you and preparing for the next cycle.
Runes
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Runes are an ancient alphabet from Nordic culture, used for writing, divination, and magic. The most common rune alphabet today is the Elder Futhark. Each rune carries unique meanings related to different aspects of life, such as protection, prosperity, or love. Runes are often used to provide insights and guidance, and many modern practitioners incorporate them into spells and rituals for manifestation and intention-setting.
Sigils
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Sigils are symbols commonly associated with witchcraft and magical practices, representing words, phrases, names, or intentions. By combining letters and elements, you can create unique and complex symbols with specific meanings.
In addition to letter combinations, various charts can be used to enhance sigil creation, such as a witch’s wheel, alphabet codes, and planetary numerical maps. Sigils are typically charged through rituals or meditation, infusing them with focused energy to manifest desired intentions. The more personal and unique a sigil is, the more effective it is believed to be in attracting the intended outcome.
Multi-Cultural
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Multi-cultural symbols come from various religions and concepts, each with unique meanings. The Eye of Horus is an ancient Egyptian symbol of protection and healing, while the evil eye is thought to ward off negative energy in many cultures. These symbols reflect the values and beliefs of their cultures, serving as powerful tools for communication and connection across different traditions.
Mathematics
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Math symbols serve as shortcuts to understanding concepts in numerical form. They are studied in fields like geometry, physics, and symbolic logic. Roman numerals, for instance, are commonly used in tarot cards to indicate the order of the cards and the number of objects. Ultimately, math symbols can feel witchy because they represent the universal language that connects us to the underlying patterns of the universe.
Numerology
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Numerology is the study of the meanings behind numbers in our environment. This includes repeated numbers, like 555, as well as any combination, such as birthdates, addresses, and times. For example, 11:11 is a popular symbol of manifestation, abundance, and peace, and many people take a moment of gratitude when they see it.
Angel Numbers are specific sequences that are believed to carry spiritual messages from the universe or guardian angels. Each number from 0 to 9,999 is thought to have a unique meaning. Seeing the number 777 often signifies luck, spiritual growth, and enlightenment, while 222 may represent balance and harmony. Many people interpret them as signs to pay attention to their thoughts and feelings at that moment.
Reiki
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Reiki symbols are essential tools for directing healing energy, with each symbol serving a specific purpose in rituals. The most common symbol, 𖦹 Cho Ku Rei, means “place all the power of the Universe right here and now” and is visualized in the practitioner’s palm, as Reiki focuses on the energy exchanged between hands.
Practitioners frequently combine these symbols in rituals to enhance their effectiveness and may meditate on them to deepen their connection to the healing energy. Overall, Reiki symbols guide practitioners in channeling energy for physical, emotional, and spiritual healing.
Learning about the art, energy, and meditation therapies associated with various Witchy Symbols offers profound benefits. Not only does this knowledge enhance your understanding of tarot and empower you to conduct your own readings, but it also deepens your appreciation for the interconnectedness of the world and its diverse cultures. By exploring these symbols and their meanings, you cultivate a richer sense of self and a broader perspective on the universe, fostering personal growth and spiritual awareness.
October 27th, 2024
