Magical Sigils

[JUPITERASC]

Originally Posted by Zaphod

It was quite a number of years (or decades) ago but I do recall going from room to room and using a ritual invocation to "sweep out" any presences. No salt or spray bottles though. At the time I was investigating Israel Regardie's talismanic magic methods and I believe that's where the idea came from. In retrospect, additional research into other ritual methods would probably have been in order.

Symbols have so many layers of meaning... some conflicting... paradoxically therefore what are the chances of misunderstandings?

[piercethevale]

I've always believed that if you need an Angel and you pray to God ...one is sent...[at least one ...]...and without specifically imploring one be sent...

[JUPITERASC]

Originally Posted by piercethevale

I've always believed that if you need an Angel and you pray to God ...one is sent...[at least one ...]...and without specifically imploring one be sent...

Putting God on the back burner (since Atheists and Agnostics exist)! "If you need an Angel... one is sent" is a thought well worth thinking

[piercethevale]

Originally Posted by JUPITERASC

Symbols have so many layers of meaning... some conflicting... paradoxically therefore what are the chances of misunderstandings?

...as to 'sigils' and such alphabets?...YES...one doesn't know...[at least I don't]...thus, my precaution as to being careful...

[JUPITERASC]

Originally Posted by piercethevale

...as to 'sigils' and such alphabets?...YES...one doesn't know...[at least I don't]...thus, my precaution as to being careful...

Writing itself is a symbolic form of communication, as are words.
"Lost in translation" is a well known concept.

[piercethevale]

Originally Posted by JUPITERASC

Writing itself is a symbolic form of communication, as are words.
"Lost in translation" is a well known concept.

EXACTLY...!!! That's why I shy from those that 'Speak in Tongues'...ifyaknowhoimean....as you'd better know what yo're saying...as Word is part of the recipe for manifestation....

[dr. farr]

Zaphod: yes, if using the Runes the archetypes would be from Norse mythology

All: the importance of correct astrological considerations in constructing an effective sigil (or yantra, if following Indian traditions) cannot be over-estimated.

[Skillcoil]

Interesting, thanks for posting.

[Zaphod]

Originally Posted by dr. farr

Zaphod: yes, if using the Runes the archetypes would be from Norse mythology

All: the importance of correct astrological considerations in constructing an effective sigil (or yantra, if following Indian traditions) cannot be over-estimated.

Since the work I've been doing here can take a couple of days to complete, I would suggest that an auspicious astrological start time (planetary hour, phase of the Moon, no void-of-course or retrograde planets, etc.) would be the essential consideration for time-consuming constructions. In my experience, though, most sigils using line drawings or diagrams are drawn quickly and would fit well within the space of the chosen astrological time-frame.

[eliybeats]

I am about to create 8 Sigils and want to know should I do them all at once or a few for every day.

[dr. farr]

This depends upon what you want to use them for, do with them, your intentions...

[eliybeats]

If they were about finishing commitments to tasks i start, going with the flow of change in life, gaining higher awareness, becoming independent, becoming sensitive to the feelings of those around me ( I'm not completely apathetic), greater concentration, and having abundant talents and creativity with no limits, would that be reasonable.

and can it all be on just one sheet of paper

[piercethevale]

Originally Posted by eliybeats

If they were about finishing commitments to tasks i start, going with the flow of change in life, gaining higher awareness, becoming independent, becoming sensitive to the feelings of those around me ( I'm not completely apathetic), greater concentration, and having abundant talents and creativity with no limits, would that be reasonable.

and can it all be on just one sheet of paper

I'm reminded of the old joke...[and I'm sure Dr. Farr will know this one and understand why I'm referring to it]...Q. How do you get to Carnegie Hall... A. Practice...practice...practice... http://instantrimshot.com/
I'm not you...and I don know you or what kind of limitations you have or may think you have or what sort of things may be thwarting you...but it's hard to beat perseverance and sweat as the recipe for success.

"The cure for anything is salt water - sweat, tears, or the sea." - Isak Dinesen

...and good Taffy...ptv

[eliybeats]

I mean the way I've seen from other examples, sigils can be used like affirmations also so why not just take what I want to affirm and make them into sigils as well?

[piercethevale]

Originally Posted by eliybeats

I mean the way I've seen from other examples, sigils can be used like affirmations also so why not just take what I want to affirm and make them into sigils as well?

To be honest...that sounds like a line of reasoning/understanding as to what sigils are that I had not considered...as I don't use them...never studied them..etc... I wouldn't know...I guess at this point I should excuse myself from this discussion...I provided what data I had and I should leave it at that...and I am still concerned about giving such info as I don't want any repercussion from Karma if they were wrong or if they aren't used correctly etc...
I figure they had been published and were available so I just did a service by saving you all research time...I hope I did the right thing.

[dr. farr]

Originally Posted by eliybeats

I mean the way I've seen from other examples, sigils can be used like affirmations also so why not just take what I want to affirm and make them into sigils as well?

Absolutely this can be done and is often actually much more effective than just the "mental" affirmations alone.

[eliybeats]

Thanks yall

[eliybeats]

It works. I know I shouldnt remember the sigil but I did one for meeting business people who will help me and I recieved a call today.... I won't put too much info in it but God i'm happy.