by David Weitzman
What is a talisman?
The word "Talisman," derived from the Greek verb "teleo,"
means, primarily, to accomplish, or bring into effect. The Talisman is an
object marked with magic signs and is believed to confer on its bearer
supernatural powers or protection. Virtually every religion in human history
has offered as adherents small decorative objects which purpose is to do
anything ranging between healing, protection or success.
Talismans and sacred geometry
Very often the talismans symbols are taken out of sacred geometry. The term
"sacred geometry" is used by archaeologists, anthropologists, and
geometricians to encompass the religious, philosophical and spiritual beliefs
that have sprung up around. It is a term covering Pythagorean geometry and
neo-Platonic geometry. Sacred geometry is often referred to as a language of
G-d. Sacred geometry symbols are a means of bringing subtle, inner realities
to a focus in outward expression. Within the fundamental unity of
consciousness, certain symbols, such as the lotus lifting itself in purity
above the muddy water, possess universal relevance and power.
Scarab beetle
The young scarab beetles emerged spontaneously from the burrow they were born
in. Therefore they were worshipped as "Khepera", which means
"the one who came forth". The scarab-beetle god Khepera was believed
to push the setting sun along the sky in the same manner as the beetle with
his ball of dung. In many artifacts, the scarab is depicted pushing the sun
along its course in the sky.
Ankh
The Ankh is a symbolic representation of both Physical and Eternal life. It is
known as the original cross, which is a powerful symbol that was first created
in Ancient Egypt. Ankh is typically associated with material things such as
water, air, sun, as well as with the Gods, who are frequently pictured
carrying an Ankh.
Heart
In Egyptian history, the heart replaced the heart which was removed during
mummification. Sometimes assimilated to the Bennu, "Soul of Râ", it
brings the protection of both Osiris and Râ.
Other Egyptian talismans Buckle or Knot of Isis, Djed, Ba, Two Fingers and Udjat or Eye of Horus.
Christian Talismans
The cross of Christianity was a symbol of the faith. It was
previously considered a pagan symbol, with several early church fathers
objecting to its use. The cross represents Christ's victory over death and
sin, since it is believed that through His death he conquered death itself.
Fish
The fish's first known use as a Christian religious symbol was sometime within
the first three centuries AD. Christians began using the Greek word for
"fish" as an acronym for "Jesus Christ God's Son, Savior".
Followers of Christianity were called Pisciculi; the root of this Latin word
is "fish".
Jewish and Kabbalah Talismans
Star of David The name David in ancient Hebrew (during the time of King David)
is made up of three letters "Dalet", "Vav" and "Dalet".
The letter Dalet in ancient Hebrew is actually a triangle. King David used the
six pointed star as his signature (the two triangles of his name). The middle
letter "Vav" means six - The six pointed star. The six-points
symbolize that God rules over the universe and protects us from all six
directions: North, South, East, West, Up and Down. King David used this symbol
in the battlefield on his shield as an omen from God.
Hamsa
The Hamsa is known as the hand of Miriam or Hamesh hand. The Hamsa serves as
an ancient talismanic way of averting the evil eye and providing a
"protecting hand" or "Hand of God". The Hamsa often
appears in stylized form, as a hand with three fingers raised, and sometimes
with two thumbs arranged symmetrically.
Five metals ring
According to the ancient kabalistic text, the secret of the five metals ring
success is that at the specific time of the creation of the ring with these
five metals, Jupiter's influence is summoned forth. Jupiter is the star of
development and expansion, and success is at it's strongest at the specific
time of the ring's creation. The layer on the top of the five metals ring is
pure gold. Below it there is a layer of lead and tin, and the last layer is
copper, while the ring itself is made out of silver.
Tree of Life
The Tree of Life is one of the most familiar of the Sacred Geometry Symbols.
The structure of the Tree of Life is connected to the sacred teachings of the
Jewish Kabbalah. The Tree of Life is explained in Sefer Yetzira ("Book of
Creation"). The book explains the creation as a process involving the 10
divine numbers (sefirot) of God the Creator and the 22 letters of the Hebrew
alphabet. The 10 sefirot together with the 22 letters constitute the "32
paths of secret wisdom".
Buddhist Talismans
Buddha Buddha images provide a reassuring reminder of the basic tenets of
Buddhist religion. Just as Buddhist religion is practiced in many different
ways, the Buddhist image also serves a wide variety of ritual purposes and has
different meanings for different people. Buddha can be invested with a huge
amount of information, meaning and implication; they evolve and they are given
life. The Buddha image cast in the human form gives it a value presented as
calm, still and serene.
Mandalas
The Tibetans create their beautiful Mandalas from colored sand and if you'll
take a metal plate and cover it with sand and make it vibrate with different
sounds, you will be able to see different structures that are formed in the
sand, that are very similar to the sand Mandalas. In the end, after a few
weeks when the Mandalas is finished, they simply wipe the sand off Mandalas to
show the non-attachment to the illusion of the external, and also to show the
constant change and the process of life and death that takes place in the
external world of illusion.
OM
Om is the most sacred syllable in Hinduism, first coming to light in the
Vedic Tradition. The syllable is sometimes referred to as the "Udgitha"
or "pranava mantra". The symbol of Om contains three curves, one
semicircle and a dot. The large lower curve symbolizes the waking state; the
upper curve denotes deep sleep (or the unconscious) state, and the lower curve
(which lies between deep sleep and the waking state) signifies the dream
state.
Tibetan Knot
The Tibetan knot (Srivatsa or the endless knot) is one of the eight symbols of
the Tibetan Buddhism. The Tibetan knot can stand for karmic consequences: pull
here, something happens over there. It is an apt symbol for the Vajrayana
methods: Often when we tug at one part of a knot while trying to loosen it,
another part becomes tighter. You have to work with the knot to enable it to
come undone. In its endless configuration, it evokes the cyclic nature of
rebirth and also calls karmic connections to mind.
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