I’ve gotten asked about sigils quite a bit so I figured I’d make a little (or not so little) masterpost about them. Before I start, I would like all of my lil witchies to keep in mind that magick is not a cure all, it can only assist. Please do not rely on it to solve all your problems. Keeping that in mind, let’s get going ~
Well, here’s the dictionary definition. Basically, its a symbol created to aid in completing a goal. They can help with nearly anything you desire, but keep in mind that magick still has its limits. Even the most powerful witches can achieve only so much. Sigils cannot give you superpowers or grant any wish. Like i said, they AID in bringing you closer to a goal. For example, if I wanted to pass a test I could make a sigil that states my will (“I want to pass my test”) but it’s still up to ME to study and prepare for the test, the sigil can only help. Or let’s say I want to get healthier, I can make a sigil to help me with my health but it’s still my job to take care of myself.
Do NOT get confused between sigils and runes or scripts! While yes, runes and sigils both serve a magickal purpose and can look very much alike, they are not the same. Scripts, as the name suggests, are just other ways of writing. Some witches use these or make their own. There are also alchemical symbols, feel free to look those up since there are just too many to show here. Some scripts are:
Runes are from the ancient Germanic alphabet and are used for divination. Typically they are made out of bone, wood, or stone. They look something like this:
There are a few ways to do this and they range from easy to harder, but each is just as credible as the next. Don’t let anyone tell you that one way is better than the other, just do what fits you best! Make sure that after you make a sigil you charge it with energy so it can help. Without energy it won’t work as well, or at all. NOTE: Be careful when you choose your intent! Phrasing it wrong can cause big problems!
Try going to the website www.sigilscribe.me This website works well for wills/goals longer than one word. (check my earlier posts for what some of these look like, or go make your own!)
Use a sigil wheel. Start at the center and draw a line to the letters making the word you want. It looks something like this:
You can also draw a circle with the alphabet around it. Like the sigil wheel, just start at the beginning of the word you’re focusing on and continue from there.
Write out your will as a sentence. Cross out any vowels or repeating letters. Use the remaining letters to inspire a sigil of your own making.This may take a while and it may take a few tries to get it to your liking, but that’s okay! And I know some of you may think “but this doesn’t look anything like a sigil! Am I doing it right?” The answer to that is yes you are, there is no right way a sigil should look. Some sigils may look more complicated than others and that’s totally fine! If you’re satisfied with the look, go for it!
Completed Sigils may look something like:
There are LOTS of ways to do this, so just pick the right one for you. I’ll list some but don’t think you’re limited to these!
Write on yourself, especially near a major vein or artery, or while you’re doing exercise.
Write it down and leave it in the sunlight or moonlight. (Be careful of the sunlight however because it could make the sigil fade)
Make the sigil your background on an electronic device and charge it overnight while the device is charging.
Write it down and burn it (be careful!)
Write it down and run water over the sigil.
Write it down and play music near it that matches the goal.
Draw it in your food and eat it
What do I write it with? What if I need to hide it?
You can write it with anything you please. Some witches prefer a certain writing tool, such as I like to write in my Book of Shadows with a fountain pen. If you need to hide it, you can write it in makeup that matches your skin tone, invisible ink, or even a white crayon if you need to put it on the wall or something.
Where else can I learn about Sigils?
You can ask another experienced witch (I myself am still a beginner) or look online. If you want to as well, you can go to your local library or bookstore and find a book about Sigils or Witchcraft. There are also lots of sigil making blogs on Tumblr, you just have to look for them! If you’re going to use a sigil from another source, make sure you have the author’s permission to use it or at least credit them. Here are some sigil blogs:
www.everydaysigils.tumblr.com
thesigilworkshop.tumblr.com
Is it okay to use pre-made Sigils?
Absolutely! There’s no wrong way to practice the craft (as long as you aren’t hurting anyone, including yourself) so it is up to your interpretation. If you feel better making your own than borrowing, go for it!
P.S. Just a cute lil idea, try painting sigils on pretty rocks and placing them around your house! Not only are they cute, but they’re functional!
Also, none of these images are mine so shoutout to the authors! Sorry for so much reading but I hope this helped! Feel free to correct me if I made a mistake. May peace be with you ~
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