Is the pentacle a sign of protection?
The pentacle is worn both ornamentally and symbolically by many Pagans for protection and to signify that they are involved in the world of magick and divine wisdom. The Circle around the star represents the God-Goddess; it refracts and reflects all light, bringing to the wearer total intelligence, universal wisdom and protection. Pentacle has been used and worn as a powerful protection symbol for thousands of years. It’s meaning has roots in philosophy, religion, alchemy, magic, and mysticism. The five points of the pentacle can represent the four elements of Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. The fifth point of the pentacle represents the fifth element, Spirit. Many believe the Pentacle to be a sign of protection against demons and a symbol of safety. In rituals of magic, the pentacle is used in ritual oaths; with the point down denoting ‘Black Magic’ and the point up denoting ‘White Magic.’ Drawing the sign of the Pentacle in the air, starting at the top and leading to the bottom, is used
