THE PRIMORIDAL GODS

Lemniscates Symbol for infinity, the all, infinity, HIR, Quakoralina the Star Goddess, the Great Zero

Vesica Pisces or

The great yoni, The Divine Twins, Nau and Naunet, Light and Darkness, HIR and HIR own

Reflection, Lemba (The Red) and Melek Taus (The Blue) Gods

The Peacock Feather

The First God, Melek Taus, The Winged Serpent, Creator of All, Son of Quakoralina,

born of HIR Self-Love, Lucifer, The Blue God

THE PANTHEON OF WICCA

The Young Goddess

The Running One, Lady of the Lake, Nimue, Queen of Spring, The Blue Goddess

The Young God •

The Leaping One, Dian-y-Glas, King of Spring, The Blue and Gray God

The Triple Goddess of the Witches

Lux, The Maiden, Mother and Crone, the Opening Oceans, named Mari, The Green and White

Goddess

The Dual God of the Witches

Sacrificial Solar God-King, The Lover, Father and Sage, The Rising Pillar, named Krom, also

Tyr, The Green and Red God. Father of Animal and Vegetal Kingdoms

The Dark Goddess

Nox, The Unnamed, Unseen One, Dark Mother of Death and Grace, Ana, The Black Goddess

The Dark God

Consort to The Dark Goddess, Dark Father of Healing and Time, Arddhu, The White God of

Winter

NEPHILIM, ELEMENTS OR HELPERS

Air or Star Finder

“The Great Conveyer”

Alchemical symbol – Greater proportion of Fire to Water, manifest as Air, Guardian of the East,

Dawn and Intellect

Fire or Shining Flame

“The Great Transformer”

Alchemical Symbol – Pure element, rises to create transformation, Guardian of the South,

Passion and Life-force

Water or Water Maker

“The Great Solvent”

Alchemical Symbol – Pure element, descends as dew from moon, Guardian of the West,

Movement and Emotion

Earth or Black Mother

“The Great Precipitator”

Alchemical symbol – Greater proportion of Water to Fire, less fire yields matter, Guardian of the

North, Power and Body

Spirit or

Wiccan symbol, relates to 8 Sabbats, 8 Phases of Moon, 8 Roads of Enlightenment, The 8 Rays

of Human Life, Azoth in Alchemy, the substrate of fire to water. Or, the pentacle, symbol of the

unity of the four elements, includes the Guardians of:

Above or Heaven Shiner

Center or Guardian of the Gates

Below or Fire in the Earth

THE TRIPLE SOUL

Mercury or Spirit In alchemy, the enlivening force, changing yet ever identical; inspiration, airy, ethereal or

spiritual, of the nature of Spirit; awareness; Neter, God Soul, Ori, Neshamah

Sulfur or Soul

In alchemy, the flavor of a thing, its uniqueness; personality; action, Heavenly and Infernal fire,

essential or volatile, of the nature of Soul; Khu, The Talker, Emi, Auric Soul, Ruach

Salt or Body In alchemy, the form inhabited by a thing; earthy, material or substantial, of the nature of Body;

memory; Ka, Sticky One, Vivi, Astral Soul, Nephesh

ASTROLOGICAL GLYPHS

Sun Key word: Identity, Rules Leo

The brightest object as seen from Earth, at the center of the Solar System, a Chief God[dess] of

most cultures’ pantheon, and the fourth fastest moving Celestial Body in the night sky as seen

from Earth

Mercury

Key word: Communication, rules Gemini and Virgo

Closest to or fist planet from the Sun and viewable by the naked eye, the second fastest Celestial

Body in the night sky as seen from Earth, thus is known to be the Messenger of the Greek Gods,

Hermes, Nabu to the Babylonians

Earth Our planet, the Center of the Universe from our perspective, and the third planet from the Sun,

traditionally Humankind’s Mother or Father in most cultures’ pantheon

Moon

Key word: Preconscious, rules cancer

The fastest moving Celestial Body in the night sky as seen from Earth and the second brightest

object, hence its traditional place as consort to the Sun in most cultures’ pantheon, Earth’s

satellite and so not technically a planet of our Solar System according to contemporary Science,

known as Sin, Diana, and Artemis, Goddess of the Hunt

Venus

Key word: A-tension, rules Taurus and Libra

The second Planet from the Sun and viewable by the naked eye, the Morning and Evening Star,

also known as Venus, The Goddess of Love, Aphrodite, the Dawn Star Lucifer, the third fastest

moving Celestial Body in the night sky as seen from Earth

Mars

Key word: At-tension, rules aries and scorpio

The fourth Planet from the Sun and viewable by the naked eye, the Red Star, also known as

Ares, the God of War, the fifth fastest moving Celestial Body in the night sky as seen from Earth

Jupiter Key word: Expansion, rules Sagittarius and Pisces

The fifth Planet from the Sun and viewable by the naked eye, the next to the slowest moving

Celestial Body in the night sky as seen from Earth. Due to its size, as the largest to our eyes of

the Planets, often holds an important role in mythology as Marduk, Zeus or Jove

Saturn

Key word: Responsibility and Accountably, rules Capricorn and Aquarius

The sixth Planet from the Sun and the last which is still viewable by the naked eye, the slowest

moving Celestial Body in the night sky as seen from Earth, taking 27 years to circle the Sun; and,

hence it associations for many cultures with Time, as Chronos and Ninurta (or Ninib)

Uranus

Key word: Exploration, not in traditional astrology

The seventh Planet from the Sun and invisible to the naked eye, the role of this celestial body has

been and remains in dispute by Astrologers

Neptune

Key word: Spirituality, not in traditional astrology

The eighth Planet from the Sun and invisible to the naked eye, the role of this celestial body has

been and remains in dispute by Astrologers

Pluto

Key word: Collective unconscious, not in traditional astrology

Currently considered the ninth Astrological Planet from the Sun and invisible to the naked eye.

Science however now considers Pluto the largest member of a second asteroid belt to the Sun,

out past Neptune, taking 248 years to orbit the Sun, the role of this celestial body has been and

remains in dispute by Astrologers

Chiron Key word: Compassion, not in traditional astrology

This unusual object orbits between Saturn and Uranus. It was discovered in 1977 and was

initially classified as an asteroid, though it is considered both an asteroid and a comet due to the

eccentricity of its orbit. The role of this celestial body has been and remains in dispute by

Astrologers

Aries Key word: Initiator, beginner, prime mover

1st sign of the zodiac, (0°) The Ram - Cardinal Fire

Taurus

Key word: beauty, sensuality, comforts

2nd

sign of the zodiac, (30°) The Bull - Fixed Earth

Gemini

Key word: Story teller, sees all sides, dualistic

3rd

sign of the zodiac, (60°) The Twins - Mutable Air

Cancer

Key word: Home, emotional care, family

4th

sign of the zodiac, (90°) The Crab - Cardinal Water

Leo

Key word: Ego, valor, principles

5th

sign of the zodiac, (120°) The Lion - Fixed Fire

Virgo

Key word: Details, accountability, order

6th

sign of the zodiac, (150°) The Virgin - Mutable Earth

Libra Key word: Balance, esthetic, just

7th

sign of the zodiac, (180°) The Scale - Cardinal Air

Scorpio

Key word: Sex, death, the unknown

8th

sign of the zodiac, (210°) The Scorpion and the Eagle - Fixed Water

Sagittarius

Key word: Transformation, optimistic

9th

sign of the zodiac, (240°) The Centaur - Mutable Fire

Aquarius

Key word: Humanitarian, eccentricity, sustainability

11th

sign of the zodiac, (300°) The Water Bearer or Pitcher - Fixed Air

Capricorn

Key word: Earthly, leaders, volition

10th

sign of the zodiac, (270°) The Sea-goat - Cardinal Earth

Pisces

Key word: Idealistic, secretive, sensitive

12th

and last sign of the zodiac before its return to Aries, (330°) The Fish - Mutable Water

Retrograde (vs. Direct or Prograde Motion)

Direct motion is the motion of a planetary body in a direction similar to that of other bodies

within its system, and is sometimes called prograde motion. Retrograde motion is motion in the

opposite direction as seen in the skies from Earth. The retrograde motion of the planets was

traditionally thought to be unlucky or inauspicious, as it went against the 'natural' order of

movement, and a planet which was retrograde at the time of birth was considered a weak spot in

the natal chart. Most modern astrologers still consider the retrograde movement of a planet to be

indicative of stress or difficulty. For example, the retrograde movement of Mercury is commonly

thought to signify difficulties in communication, such as post or emails going astray, verbal

misunderstandings, and travel delays and frustrations. However, many astrologers do not

consider retrograde movement to be of any particular significance, especially given that the outer

planets are retrograde for over 40% of the time.

Conjunction A conjunction (abrv. Con) is an angle of approximately 0-10°. This is said to be the most

powerful aspect, intensifying the effects of the involved planets mutually — and being a major

point in the chart. The planets will act together to outside stimulus and act on each other. The

essential feature of a conjunction is that each planet brings out a characteristic in accord with its

own nature out of the other planet. This may probably be difficult to achieve without the aid of

the other planet. This process, however, will also cause each planet involved to lose some of its

true characteristics. For example, a person with a conjunction of Mercury and the Moon will find

it easy to talk (Mercury) about his or her feelings (Moon) and rationalize them. However, due to

their intellectual approach to emotions, it follows that their feelings also lose some depth,

therefore, these people cannot handle heavy emotional demands. On the other hand, the

involvement of the emotions (Moon) in the rational thinking process (Mercury) makes it easy for

the person to think and communicate with sensitivity and consideration. This ability can,

however, take away some of the objectivity (Mercury) from the thinking process due to biases

from loyalties, emotional attachments, and so on (Moon).

Whether the union is to be regarded as "positive" or "negative" depends upon what planets are

involved: Venus, Jupiter and the Sun, in any possible combination, is considered the most

favorable scenario (and all three actually met on November 9-10, 1970, for example), while the

most unfavorable configurations involve Mars, Saturn, and/or the Moon (with all three

conjoining on March 10 in that same year). If the planets are under stress from other

configurations, then the conjunction will be said to intensify the stress. When a planet is in very

close conjunction to the Sun it is referred to as cazimi; when a planet is moderately close to Sun,

it is said to be combust. The Sun and Moon are in conjunction monthly during the New Moon.

Sextile

A sextile (abrv. SXt or Sex) is an angle of 60° (1/6 of the 360° ecliptic, or 1/2 of a trine [120°]).

The sextile has been traditionally said to be similar in influence to the trine, but of less

significance. It indicates ease of communication between the two elements involved, with

compatibility and harmony between them, but only provides opportunity, requiring effort to gain

its benefits.

Trine A trine (abrv. Tri) is an angle of 120° (1/3 of the 360° ecliptic). The trine indicates harmony, and

ease of expression, with the two elements reinforcing each other. The trine is a source of artistic

and creative talent, which is innate. The trine has been traditionally assumed to be extremely

beneficial, providing ease even if undeserved, but it can be a 'line of least resistance' to a person

of weak character. Too many trines are said to make a person weak and unable to cope with

adversity. Complacency can also prove to be a problem. Due to the harmony bestowed by the

trine, the person may not feel the need to develop the gifts given by this aspect, thus it follows

that the person has no need to satisfy a need and supply what is lacking because it is already

satisfied from the time of his or her birth.

Square A square (abrv. SQr or Squ) is an angle of 90° (1/4 of the 360° ecliptic, or 1/2 of an opposition

[180°]). As with the trine and the sextile, in the square, it is usually the outer or superior planet

that has an effect on the inner or inferior one. Basically, the square's energy is similar to that of a

trine but it is intensified to such an extent that the energy is said to be stressful. For example,

Mercury trine Saturn indicates practicality and prudence with thoughts and communication,

concentrating on practical matters. It is also indicative of caution in planning and other mental

tasks. However, the square between those planets indicates mental restraint, excessive censoring

of communication and overemphasis on trivial details. It also indicates pessimism and a stilted

and fearful approach to life. The square is said to indicate strain, tension, frustration, inhibitions,

disruption and inner conflict. However, it can become a source of energy and activation to a

person determined to overcome limitations, presenting challenges to achievement and an

opportunity to develop strength of character. See the information on the semisquare and

sesquiquadrate below. The square is also sometimes known as the quartile.

Opposition An opposition (abrv. Opp) is an angle of 180° (1/2 of the 360° ecliptic). Oppositions are said to

be the second most powerful aspect. The opposition is indicative of tension, conflict and

confrontation, due to the polarity between the two elements involved. Stress arises when one is

used over the other, causing an imbalance; but the opposition can work well if the two parts of

the aspect are made to complement each other in a synthesis. They are looked on less negatively

than in the past, though the opposition is still considered a difficult aspect. The Sun and Moon

are in opposition monthly during the Full Moon.

Void of Course V/C

The time a planet spends, after leaving its last significant aspect to another planet, prior to

entering a new astrological sign. Moon V/C is said to be an inauspicious time to initiate any new

projects. It is a time best spent in meditation and devotion.

MOON PHASES

New Moon 1st phase of a given Lunation or Moon Cycle. A whole lunation, or Synodic month, ranges from

29.27 to 29.83. When the Sun and Moon are aligned on the same side of the Earth, the Moon is

"new", and the side of the Moon visible from Earth is not illuminated by the Sun

Crescent Moon As the Moon waxes (the amount of illuminated surface as seen from Earth is increasing), the

lunar phases progress from new moon, crescent moon.

1st Quarter Moon

Gibbous Moon

Full Moon Fully visible. The Sun and the Moon are opposite each other in the sky relative to Earth, so the

full visible surface of the Moon is illuminated by the Sun.

Disseminating Moon

3rd Quarter Moon

Balsamic Moon

THE DEGREES OF WICCA

Dedication

The Path of Earth

1° Witch and Priest[ess]

The Path of Fire

2° Witch and High Priest[ess]

The Path of Water

3° Witch Queen (or King)

The Path of Air

SUN PHASES

Samhain October 31

st - November 1

st

Yule December 22

nd approx., the Winter Solstice

Imbolc January 31

st - February 1

st

Eoster March 21

st approx., the Spring Equinox

Beltaine April 30

th - May 1

st

Litha Junuary 22

nd approx., the Summer Solstice

Lughnasadh September 30

th - August 1

st

Mabon Sep. 21st approx., the Autumn Equinox

SUNDRY SYMBOLS

Pentagram The Five Elements, going clockwise order from the top, Spirit, Water, Fire, Earth and Air,

represents the ratio Phi, In mathematics and the arts, two quantities are in the golden ratio if the

ratio between the sum of those quantities and the larger one is the same as the ratio between the

larger one and the smaller. The golden ratio is approximately 1.6180339887 (from the quadratic

formula). This ratio has been important in art, mathematics, physics and religion since

prehistory.

Pentacle

The four Elements, interconnected, each to every other one and unified by their context in eternal

cycles of return

Hexagram unicursal or A hexagram or six pointed star as traced or drawn unicursally and as two interlacing triangles,

represents the synthesis of opposites.

Star of Venus A seven pointed star

The Seven Guardians of the directions, the seven planets and their order in the days of the week

as well as their relative speed through the sky as seen from earth, the primary symbol of Feri

witchcraft and associated with numerous Goddesses, Venus, Innana, Ashera, etc.

10 Pointed Star

The points of this ten-pointed star represent: Love, Wisdom, Knowledge, Law, Liberty, Sex,

Self, Passion, Pride, and Power. Balance is sought in each point and between all of the points. A

person who has achieved this balance is said to be "on their points." Ethical actions are a natural

outgrowth of this state.

Ouroboros a serpent devouring its tail

All in one, one in all; As Above, So Below; Microcosmos/Macrocosmos, the Unity of Creation,

represents the concept that everything returns to itself again and again, perhaps at different

levels.

The Feri Black Heart That natural state of the soul unfettered by societal conditioning, called innocence

Kepra o The dung beetle, rebirth, life from nothingness, parthenogenesis, the rising Sun at dawn,

redemption

Shen a piece of rope, tied to a stick

The line and measuring stick of the surveyor, evidence of transformation, the halo which

descends from above and the cartouche of the initiated, the power to dare

Sa The river-reed life preserver, divine sponsorship and devotion, protection, powers of action and

silence

Ankh The sandal strap, initiation, prana, breath or an endowment of the life force of another or the

Gods, the power to know

Uas (prounced waz) Scepter

Mastery of magick and priestly arts, the power to will

Traditional Witch’s Pentacle Plate A plate inscribed such is used by Wiccans to consecrate objects and tools

The Tree of Life Etz haChayim (עץ החיים) in Hebrew, is a mystical symbol within the Kabbalah, or esoteric

Judaism, used to understand the nature of God and the manner in which He created the world ex

nihilo (out of nothing). The Kabbalists developed this concept into a full model of reality, using

the tree to depict a "map" of Creation; later western magickal traditions have all at some point

made reference to the concepts expressed by the tree to understand magickal phenomena and

praxis