A reader asked a question pertaining to the use of magic squares, or Yantras, as protective talismans.
We responded:
“Magic squares, also known as yantras in some traditions, are powerful talismanic tools that blend sacred geometry, numerology, and mysticism. They are grids of numbers or symbols arranged so that the sums of the numbers in each row, column, and diagonal are equal, creating harmonious and balanced energy. Magic squares have been used in Hermeticism, alchemy, Indian yantric practices, and other esoteric systems as tools for attracting specific energies, invoking spirits, and amplifying intent.
Overview of Magic Squares
- Construction
- Magic squares are structured based on mathematical and mystical principles.
- The numbers within the square are often tied to planetary, elemental, or spiritual forces.
- Each square radiates a unique vibrational frequency corresponding to its design.
- Uses
- Talismans: Carved or drawn on objects to harness specific energies (e.g., protection, prosperity, love).
- Meditation Tools: Focus points for concentration and alignment with divine energies.
- Invocation or Evocation: Used in rituals to summon planetary or spiritual influences.
□ ????⋆˖ Planetary Magic Squares ˖⋆???? □
Planetary magic squares are among the most well-known and widely used, particularly in Western occult traditions. Each planet has an associated square, representing its mystical properties and energy.
1. Saturn (3×3) ♄
Square of Saturn
4 9 2
3 5 7
8 1 6
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- Sum of Rows/Columns/Diagonals: 15.
- Uses:
- Banishing, protection, and structure.
- Breaking curses, stabilizing chaotic situations, and establishing discipline.
- Often used in workings related to time, karma, and wisdom.
2. Jupiter (4×4) ♃
Square of Jupiter
4 14 15 1
9 7 6 12
5 11 10 8
16 2 3 13
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- Sum of Rows/Columns/Diagonals: 34.
- Uses:
- Prosperity, growth, and expansion.
- Financial success, abundance, and opportunities.
- Excellent for attracting wealth and social success.
3. Mars (5×5) ♂
Square of Mars
11 24 7 20 3
4 12 25 8 16
17 5 13 21 9
10 18 1 14 22
23 6 19 2 15
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- Sum of Rows/Columns/Diagonals: 65.
- Uses:
- Courage, strength, and conflict resolution.
- Victory in battles (metaphorical or literal), overcoming obstacles, and channeling assertive energy.
- Often used for protection and offensive magick.
4. Sun (6×6) ☉
Square of the Sun
6 32 3 34 35 1
7 11 27 28 8 30
19 14 16 15 23 24
18 20 22 21 17 13
25 29 10 9 26 12
36 5 33 4 2 31
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- Sum of Rows/Columns/Diagonals: 111.
- Uses:
- Success, vitality, and illumination.
- Favorable outcomes, leadership, and personal power.
- Amplifies creativity and spiritual enlightenment.
5. Venus (7×7) ♀
- Square of Venus
- Too large to display here, but the principles are similar: each row, column, and diagonal adds up to a consistent sum.
- Uses:
- Love, beauty, and harmony.
- Romantic attraction, emotional healing, and artistic endeavors.
- Often used for charm and enchantment.
6. Mercury (8×8) ☿
- Square of Mercury
- Complex and often used in advanced Hermetic magick.
- Uses:
- Communication, intellect, and commerce.
- Success in negotiations, quick thinking, and mental clarity.
- Excellent for students and those in business.
7. Moon (9×9) ????
- Square of the Moon
- Encompasses the energy of intuition and emotions.
- Uses:
- Dreamwork, psychic development, and emotional balance.
- Amplifying intuition, working with lunar deities, and connecting with the subconscious.
Other Magic Squares
- Solomonic Squares: Found in texts like the Key of Solomon, these squares combine numbers, letters, and symbols to summon spirits or divine assistance.
- Yantras (Hindu Tradition): Sacred geometric diagrams, sometimes magic squares, used for meditation and invocation of specific deities (e.g., the Shree Yantra for prosperity and spiritual ascension).
- Kameas (Hebrew Tradition): Magic squares inscribed with divine names or angelic seals, often tied to the Tree of Life in Kabbalah.
Using Magic Squares
- Activation: Charge the square with your intent through visualization, chanting, or ritual.
- Placement: Carry it as a talisman, inscribe it on objects, or place it in a sacred space.
- Enhancements: Combine with corresponding planetary hours, herbs, or colors to amplify its potency.
Magic squares are versatile tools for any practitioner. When empowered correctly, they are a bridge between the material and metaphysical realms, harmonizing energies to manifest your desired outcomes.
