The Romper Room Magic Mirror was a popular children's television show segment that aired from 1953 to 1994. The show was created by Nancy Claster and produced by her husband, Bert, and it had a unique format that aimed to educate and entertain young viewers. At the heart of the Romper Room Magic Mirror segment was the iconic Magic Mirror. The host of the show, known as the "Romper Room teacher," would hold up the Magic Mirror and recite the famous line, "Romper, bomper, stomper boo. Tell me, tell me, tell me do. Magic Mirror, tell me today, did all my friends have fun at play?" The Magic Mirror was said to have the ability to see into the homes of the show's viewers.
Magic Mirror, tell me today, did all my friends have fun at play?" The Magic Mirror was said to have the ability to see into the homes of the show's viewers. As the host held up the mirror, they would pretend to see children in the mirror and address them individually, giving them praise, encouragement, and sometimes even mild reprimands for their behavior. This personal interaction made children feel like active participants in the show and created a sense of community among viewers.
Witchcraft star symbol
The pentagram, basically the graphic image of a five pointed star, has existed as a symbol for at least 2,000 – 5,000 years, when during the stone age it was carved into rock, no doubt with some spiritual tenor. Since then it has been in constant use by countless peoples and various ethno-religious and spiritual groups, perhaps most famously, the legendary King Solomon. These include the Greeks and the Babylonians for which it represented the five elements, (earth, air, fire, water and spirit), but also the Chinese, the Jews, the Christians, ancient folk communities everywhere and more recently, by occultists and spiritualists.
The pentagram often had sacred connotations, including its association with the Roman goddess Venus, (who eventually morphed into Our Lady Mary), and was later adopted by the Christians, especially but not exclusively, to represent the five wounds of Christ. Since the 16th century, occultists and mystics, (the early ‘scientists’, such as Cornelious Agrippa), and esoteric groups such as the Rosicrucians, Freemasonry and the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn have made extensive use of the pentagram. Significantly now of course, the neo-pagan Wiccan movement very much identifies with the ancient symbol.
However, there was never any particular distinction in the orientation of the pentagram until the mid 19th century, when the French, self-styled magician Eliphas Levi, wrote a book in which he personally declared it to symbolise ‘evil’ if pointing down! Following that, in 1897 the French occultist, de Guaita, drew the ‘Sabbatic Goat’ which, by 1966 had become associated with Anton LaVey and his Church of Satan, together with its adopted deity, Baphomet.
This is actually a misunderstood concept and Lévi never intended the deity to represent ‘evil’, but ‘the absolute’ and the balance and harmony of everything; male and female, mercy and justice, etc. Around 1900, however, Alistair Crowley hijacked the symbol of the pentagram, inverted, to represent his representation of evil; the die was cast. This modern misconception of the inverted pentagram has since been reinforced in popular culture by its ubiquitous and repeated use by Hollywood’s occult and horror film industry, who have universally and continually exploited this theme.
To conclude, therefore, the concept of the ‘evil’ and anti-Christian pentagram is a modern invention and in fact groundless. Seen carved in the stones of ancient churches across Europe and decorating many temples of the Western world, Christianity has used the pentagram in both forms from the early middle ages, as demonstrated by its inclusion in Amiens’ 13th century cathedral north transept rose window…
The pentagram has been used as a religious symbol throughout the world from the beginning of recorded history. The most basic pentagram is simply a five-point star drawn with one continuous line broken into five line segments and with one point of the star facing up. Today, however, when we say “pentagram,” we usually mean “a five-point star with one or two circles drawn around it.” Sometimes such a symbol includes other small markings denoting a particular magick sigil (a symbol used in magic spells). An inverted pentagram displays the star “upside down,” i.e., with one point facing down and two facing up. Whichever form is used, the pentagram has always been assigned a five-part symbolism.
The Romper Room Magic Mirror segment had a moral and educational focus. The Romper Room teacher would often use the mirror to teach children about sharing, kindness, manners, and other important values. The show aimed to teach young viewers important life lessons while also entertaining them with games, songs, and imaginative play. The Magic Mirror itself was a simple prop, usually a handheld decorative mirror with the Romper Room logo on it. However, it held immense power and captivated the imaginations of countless children who watched the show. The idea of a mirror that could see into their homes and communicate with them was thrilling and magical. The Romper Room Magic Mirror segment became a beloved and memorable feature of the show, and many children eagerly awaited their turn to catch a glimpse of themselves in the mirror. It was a symbol of connection and inclusion, bringing together children from diverse backgrounds and allowing them to feel seen and valued. Although the Romper Room Magic Mirror segment is no longer on the air, its impact on generations of children and the fond memories it created still resonate today. The Magic Mirror represented a moment of magic and wonder in the lives of young viewers and left a lasting impression on their hearts and minds..
Reviews for "The Magic Behind the Romper Room Magic Mirror"
1. John - 1/5 stars - This product was a complete waste of money for me. The "magic mirror" barely worked and the images were blurry and distorted. The material of the romper itself felt cheap and uncomfortable on my skin. Overall, I was extremely disappointed with this purchase and would not recommend it to anyone.
2. Sarah - 2/5 stars - The Romper Room Magic Mirror was not as amazing as it was advertised to be. The instructions were not clear and the mirror did not work as expected. It was difficult to get the images to appear properly and they were often grainy and hard to see. The romper itself was also poorly made and didn't fit well. I was disappointed with this product and would not buy it again.
3. Lisa - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for the Romper Room Magic Mirror, but it fell short of my expectations. The mirror itself was small and hard to use, and the images were not as clear as I had hoped. Additionally, the romper was uncomfortable and the material felt cheap. Overall, I was not impressed with this product and would not recommend it to others.
4. Michael - 3/5 stars - The Romper Room Magic Mirror was just okay for me. The concept was interesting, but the execution was lacking. The mirror worked, but the images were not as clear as I had hoped. The romper was comfortable enough, but the design was not very flattering. I wouldn't say it's a terrible product, but it definitely didn't wow me either.