An isolated circle or ghostly talisman is a concept that explores the idea of seclusion and its effects on an individual or object. It represents a sense of being alone and detached from the outside world. This can manifest as physical isolation or emotional detachment. In a physical sense, an isolated circle might refer to a person or object being physically cut off from the rest of society, secluded in a specific location or circumstance. On the other hand, a ghostly talisman might refer to a person or object which is present but emotionally distant, disconnected from those around them and unable to truly engage or connect. In both cases, the main idea is the feeling of being alone and separate from others, whether physically or emotionally.
Of course, like most other ritual tools, you can make your own pentacle. If you’ve got a round flat object of any kind—a beverage coaster, a jar lid, etc.—and a decent hand with drawing or painting, there’s no reason not to craft your own. You can even find templates online for tracing a perfect pentacle. Just be sure to put your own positive energy into all of the materials before and during the creation process!
As a symbol, the pentagram is considered to have inherent magical powers, and is often inscribed on objects such as the hilt of an athame or the cover of a Book of Shadows. Most commonly, and especially in Wicca, pentacles are inscribed with a pentagram the upright five-pointed star with a circle around it making the name pentacle rather perfectly appropriate.
In both cases, the main idea is the feeling of being alone and separate from others, whether physically or emotionally. This can have various implications on the individual or object, including feelings of loneliness, longing for connection, or even a sense of freedom and self-reliance. The concept of an isolated circle or ghostly talisman encourages exploration of the human condition and the effects of isolation on individuals and society as a whole.
pentacle
From Middle French pentacle, from Old French pentacol, from pent ( “ hangs ” ) , a ( “ from ” ) , and col ( “ neck ” ) , thus "hangs from neck".
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pentacle (plural pentacles)
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A flat talisman, almost always star-shaped, made of parchment, sheet metal, or other substance, marked with a magic symbol or symbols, used in magical evocation.
ouer this pott and the cyrcle hold the pentacles, and perfume them; and say deuoutly theis psalmes followynge
1572 , The Clavicle of Solomon, revealed by Ptolomy the Grecian [British Library Sloane MS 3847] [2] , London:
of the same pentacles be certayne exorcizmes and names ineffable and carecters and signes of all the science, therefore, in them the whole science of all this art lyeth hydd
1572 , The Clavicle of Solomon, revealed by Ptolomy the Grecian [British Library Sloane MS 3847] [3] , London:
if ye constraine any spirit to come before you and when ye haue shewed him ye secret pentacles, there is none dare say against your minde
1949 , Gerald Gardner, chapter 10, in High Magic's Aid , page 92 : he drew a pentacle or five-pointed star. 1954 , Gerald Gardner, chapter 12, in Witchcraft Today : a five-pointed star (pentacle). 1959 , Gerald Gardner, chapter 8, in The Meaning of Witchcraft , page 122 : the figure of the pentacle, or pentagram.2002 , Kevin Saunders, Wiccan Spirituality: A Magical Attitude for the 21st Century , London: Green Magic, →ISBN, →OCLC, page 57 :
The pentacle—a pentagram enclosed within a surrounding circle—as found as the centre-piece on a witch's altar is often worn as a silver pendant by witches and other neo-pagans alike repesenting their beliefs in the interconnectedness and interdependence of the powers of nature and spirit.
2006 , Denise Zimmermann with Gleason, Katherine and Liguana, Maria, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Wicca and Witchcraft , Indianapolis: Alpha, →ISBN, →LCCN, →OCLC, LCC BF1566.Z55 2006, page 146 :
A pentacle is a pentagram with a circle drawn around it.2007 March 1, Ruth Barr, chapter 5, in Women's Rites, Women's Mysteries: Intuitive Ritual Creation , 2nd edition, Woodbury: Llewellyn Publications, →ISBN, →LCCN, →OCLC, LCC BL625.7.B39 2007, page 93 :
The pentagram becomes a pentacle when it is enclosed within a circle and inscribed on a disc or stone.
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- inverted pentagram
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pentagram circumscribed pentagramThe translations below need to be checked and inserted above into the appropriate translation tables. See instructions at Wiktionary:Entry layout § Translations.
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- pentacle on Wikipedia. Wikipedia
It raises questions and discussions about the importance of connection, the impact of seclusion, and the potential for growth and self-discovery that can arise from being alone. Overall, the main idea of an isolated circle or ghostly talisman is to provoke thought and reflection on the experiences of isolation and the various ways it can shape and affect us..
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