Sigil

A sigil is a symbol created to represent a specific intention, desire, or magical purpose. Typically created by condensing an intention into a unique symbol, sigils are used to focus energy for manifestation, protection, or other goals. They are often charged with energy through meditation or ritual before being “activated” by focusing on the symbol, and can be used in many ways, from simple meditation to being incorporated into rituals or worn on the body. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8]
How they are created

Define intention: First, a clear statement of the desire is made, such as “I will be more confident” or “I will find a new job”. [5, 8]
Condense the statement: The words are simplified by removing vowels and any repeating consonants, leaving a set of unique letters. [3, 9]
Design the symbol: The remaining letters are then combined and abstracted into a single, unique symbol. This is a creative process, and there are no strict rules for the final design. [3, 5, 9, 10]
Charge the sigil: The symbol is then imbued with energy through practices like meditation, visualization, or ritual to “charge” it, making it a powerful representation of the intention. [3, 11]
Activate the sigil: Once charged, the sigil can be used. Activation can be as simple as focusing on the symbol, or it can be incorporated into a larger ritual or practice. [6, 7, 11, 12]

Uses of sigils

Manifestation: They help focus the mind and energy on bringing about a desired outcome. [5]
Protection: They can be created to represent a desire for safety or to ward off negative influences. [4]
Personal growth: They can be used to focus on qualities like confidence, emotional resilience, or health. [4, 13, 14]
Symbolic representation: They can be used as a visual representation of an idea or belief. [1, 2, 6]

Other contexts

Demonology: In historical and ceremonial contexts, sigils are the symbolic signatures of demons, angels, or other beings used in summoning them. [15]
Computer programming: In some programming languages, a sigil is a symbol used at the beginning of a variable to indicate its type or scope, as in $variable. [16]

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[1] https://ftp.spaceneedle.com/book-search/mLC2FF/605992/Sigils%20And%20Seals.pdf

[2] https://inkbox.com/sigil-tattoos

[3] https://ftp.spaceneedle.com/browse/mLC2FF/605992/Sigils%20And%20Seals.pdf

[4] https://wellappointeddesk.bigcartel.com/product/sigils-zine-vol-1

[5] https://artoftheroot.com/blogs/spells-and-rituals/what-are-sigils-and-how-to-use-them

[6] http://sidneyeileen.com/2021/11/17/on-the-care-and-use-of-sigils/

[7] https://www.facebook.com/DistantOfficial/posts/meaning-behind-the-sigils-of-the-cycle-and-a-word-from-the-artist-caelan-stokker/1907941512717236/

[8] https://medium.com/memento-mori-desk/unlocking-your-magic-a-step-by-step-guide-to-creating-and-using-your-own-sigil-27ff25ebd3b0

[9] https://essinbee.com/blogs/guide/all-about-sigils

[10] https://sarahpetruno.medium.com/the-power-of-sigils-a-beginners-guide-to-creating-and-using-symbols-in-intuitive-and-spiritual-bd1f93f5e068

[11] https://www.collegeofpsychicstudies.co.uk/enlighten/how-to-make-a-sigil/