This is the third of some posts I will publish on occult symbolism. I've written much on occult practices and how it influences things like music and movies, but not so much on occult symbols. Sometimes my friends will ask, "I want to buy [certain item they show me] but a writing or a picture on it looks strange. Is it occult?" Good question. Sometimes someone will know something is occult, but they don't know exactly why it's bad, other than the general condemnation of the occult by the Church and found in the Bible.
This post will continue to expose occult symbolism. While many things today are occult, not every symbol or writing we don't understand is automatically "occult." We must learn to discern. You may be better equipped to help a family member or friend who has some occult symbol in his/her possession and may not realize it, thinking it harmless. My first post in this series was published on 4/27/26. It is well worth reading first if you have not already done so--it gives some background on symbolism which I will not repeat here.
I claim no credit for any of the material in this post. All I did was compile the research on the occult into a terse and reader-friendly installment on this blog. The material comes from many online and print resources. I hope you find it useful. Please comment and let me know if you got something out of it.
God bless you all, my dear readers---Introibo
"Protective" Charms and Amulets
These charms locate protection in objects rather than God's care. Unlike blessed sacramentals (e.g., scapulars, Miraculous Medal, etc.) which derive their efficacy from God through the blessing of the Church, these objects are considered powerful per se.
Hamsa
Meaning: A hand raised to stop the darkness. This open-palm symbol is a gesture of forbidding—a spiritual “Stop” sign against the invisible threat of the “Evil Eye.” It appeals to the deep human fear of envy, offering a tangible shield to clutch when the world feels predatory. It promises that a metal charm can do what prayer supposedly cannot: physically block a curse.
Origin: Very ancient, originating in the Mediterranean and North African regions. Later named for Fatima (daughter of the false prophet Mohammed) or Miriam (sister of Moses), the symbol is prominent throughout the Middle East and holds significance for both Moslems and Jews.
Uses Today: Worn as jewelry, hung in homes, shops, hotels, and taxis. Also adopted by peace activists as a social identifier emphasizing common beliefs between different religions.
Why it should not be used: The Hamsa promises visible, tangible protection from unseen threats, appealing to those who want something to hold onto when fear grips them. It claims to be "powerful" of itself and is seeped in occult ideas of "protection" apart from God, Who alone can offer true protection.
The Evil Eye
Meaning: A mirror for malice. This unblinking blue eye is designed to stare down the curse of envy. It operates on the principle of “like cures like”—fighting the hostile gaze of a stranger with a permanent, watchful eye of glass. It is a talisman of paranoia, worn by those who feel constantly watched and want a "spiritual bodyguard" they can wear on a bracelet.
Origin: Rooted in antiquity, with references in Babylonian texts dating back approximately 3,000 years before Christ. The modern Evil Eye (aka "Nazar amulet") originated in Turkey and fits within a broader ancient Mediterranean and Middle Eastern tradition.
Uses Today: Commonly found in tourist shops as keychains, bracelets, baby accessories, and fashion motifs. Traditionally hung in windows or doorways to ward off undesirable influences.
Why it should not be used: The Evil Eye charm appeals to those anxious about unseen threats and malicious gazes, promising visible protection from its own occult power against invisible forces. It is pagan in origin and used by occultists.
Crystals and Gemstones
Meaning: "Spiritual energy" on demand. This worldview treats the spiritual realm like a vending machine where specific stones store and emit energies for various purposes. Need sobriety? Buy Amethyst. Need vision? Buy Lapis Lazuli. It promises that we can “program” creation to serve our will, using the right rock to dispense the right vibe whenever we want it.
Origin: Ancient reverence for minerals as eternal and incorruptible. The Hebrew High Priest’s breastplate featured twelve stones which God ordained to represent the twelve tribes of Israel (Exodus 28). However, later historians like Josephus linked these stones to the Zodiac and months, a connection that mystics and Rosicrucians later seized upon to build their esoteric and evil systems.
Uses Today: Used in modern Wicca (witchcraft) for charging, grids, chakra alignment, ritual baths, pagan altars, and cleansing rites. Crystal balls serve as divination tools for "clairvoyants." Worn as talismans and identity badges signaling New Age/occult affiliation. There can be legitimate uses, e.g., a geologist or someone interested in geology who likes to study them or keep a collection for esthetic purposes totally divorced from anything occult.
Why it should not be used: Crystals appeal to those wanting programmable spiritual power; stones you can charge, cleanse, and control for healing and "energy." Unless used for a specific non-occult purpose, you are giving witness and credence to the belief in "vital energy," and a heretical pantheistic worldview that almost all in the occult have adopted.
Esoteric Transformation and Nature Symbols
These symbols promise transformation through natural cycles or self-realization, independent of, and in opposition to the One True God of Catholicism.
The Ouroboros
Meaning: The devouring circle. A snake eating its own tail is the perfect image of a closed system. It represents a universe with no Creator and no Savior; only endless recycling of the same matter and energy. It is self-cannibalism masquerading as eternal life, symbolizing the “unity of opposites” where
destruction feeds creation.
Origin: Its earliest known appearances are from 14th-century BC Egyptian tombs; it was later adopted by Greek philosophers and became a prominent symbol in Gnosticism, where it represented eternity and the soul of the world, and in alchemy, where it symbolized the unity of opposites and the closed, self-
sustaining, cyclical process of destruction and re-creation necessary for transformation.
Uses Today: Common in esoteric art, tattoos, and alchemical imagery, it represents beliefs in reincarnation, pantheism, and endless renewal without divine intervention.
Why it should not be used: The Ouroboros denies a Creator, Savior, and a final purpose, trapping existence in endless self-renewal. It is Gnostic/pagan in origin, and displays belief in the false, pagan, and heretical idea of reincarnation.
The Infinity Symbol (Lemniscate)
Meaning: The soul unbound. In the occult, this isn’t just math; it is a claim to the divine attribute of limitlessness. It asserts that the human soul is eternal, uncreated, and sovereign—a fluid figure-eight representing a closed loop of “perfection” where all opposites (male/female, dark/light) are balanced within the self. It is the visual equivalent of the serpent’s lie: “You will not surely die.”
Origin: Introduced as a mathematical device in 1655 by John Wallis, though later esoteric groups adopted it to represent the “hermetic seal” of the universe. It appears in the Tarot (above the Magician’s head) to symbolize infinite potential and the power of the human will to unite heaven and earth.
Uses Today: Popular in jewelry and tattoos as an esoteric identity marker signifying limitlessness or continuity. Appears in occult systems like the Tarot Cards and forms the base of the Leviathan Cross (the evil "Crux Satana").
Why it should not be used: The infinity symbol in occult contexts declares, “I am infinite, limitless, self-existing”—the soul as eternal and divine in itself. It is a blasphemy against Almighty God.
Conclusion
As I wrote in my first two posts on this topic:
Symbols have deep meaning and are important. They link things tangible to realities that are intangible. We can't see love, but when a man brings red roses to his wife, love is symbolized. The ultimate symbol of love is the crucifix, God died so we may live forever. Those are wonderful symbols. However, when the symbol is linked to intangible evils by symbolizing heresies, immoralities and calling upon (evil) spirits for "protection" they become an invitation (wittingly or not) for evil to enter your life. Invite evil in and it will take you up on your request.
Thank you for warning us about occult symbols, which seem harmless but are connected to the world of darkness. Unsuspecting people are easy prey for the devil ! Yet the first Pope warned us: "Be sober and watch: because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, goeth about seeking whom he may devour." (1 Peter 5:8)
ReplyDeleteSimon,
DeleteThat's one of my favorite Bible verses!
God Bless,
---Introibo
Once you are done with the occult symbols you could do an article detailing some of the different esoteric groups. Eg; the gnostics, the sabbatean frankists, the kabbalah, the wiccans, alchemists, etc.
ReplyDeletePoni,
DeleteInteresting idea! I will definitely consider it!
God Bless,
---Introibo
Off topic, but the Dimond Brothers made an interesting statement at the end of their latest video about baptism. At the 32:07 mark, Brother Peter Dimond says, "...God will bring those of good will and His elect to baptism." While this isn't exactly Calvinism, the mentality in that statement certainly reminds me of the Calvinist interpretation of God's sovereignty. If this is true, then that means every catechuman who died before they could be baptized was of bad will and certainly not elect. Only God knows the hearts of men, but this seems improbable to me.
ReplyDeleteA prominent case that comes to mind is the tragic death of the young Emperor Valentinian II, who had apparently asked St Ambrose in a letter to come baptize him shortly before his death. There's historical debate on if it was a murder or suicide, but St Ambrose clearly treated it as a murder and had hope for the possibility of his salvation despite dying before his baptism. I have a hard time believing that someone who explicitly expresses the desire for baptism to be of bad will. Your thoughts, Introibo?
Sneedevacantist,
DeleteThe Dimonds need serious help! It is bad enough that there are young readers on this blog who may be influenced by them. There are many adults influenced by them as well. Feeneyites need serious prayer! I want to add a little humorous addendum to John Gregory’s last article just to lighten the mood a bit.
The Dimonds Are Transported Back In Time To The Crucifixion:
Jesus is dying on the cross. He tells the good thief St. Dismas, “Truly I say to you, today you will be with Me in paradise.” Fred protests, “No, no Lord. That’s not enough. Quick John, get a ladder up there and go baptize Dismas or he will be damned forever.” St. John says, “Did you not just hear our Lord? He said he will be with Him in paradise.” Fred says, “He misspoke.” St. John slaps Fred.
Bobby interjects. “He needs to be baptized by water before he dies. You heard my brother.” St. John says, “Our Lord said Dismas would be with Him in paradise.” Bobby says, “But it’s not infallible!” St. John slaps Bobby.
Then St. John slaps them both again at the same time just for being the dumb goofballs they are.
St. John says, “These slaps are penance for the sins you will commit 20 centuries from now. But don’t worry. If you die in a state of grace, these slaps, which will leave permanent red marks on your cheeks forever as a form of penance, will lessen your time in Purgatory.” Fred and Bobby say in unison, “How much time? How much time? We want to know! We want to know!” St. John thinks to himself, “These two are the most annoying men I have ever met in my life!” St. John replies, “For you two, one year of Purgatory will be taken off of each of your lives. Now you each only have 999,999,999 years to go in Purgatory." And with that, Fred and Bobby are transported back to the 21st century.
The End!
-TradWarrior
Sneedevacantist,
DeleteYou are quite correct. In Dimondism, everyone is bad willed. Therefore, there should be no converts at all, but Fred and Bobby never let logic get in the way of their beliefs. That's why they have the "SaVeD aT DeAtH HeReSy" No one can convert on their deathbed. I wonder how long before death someone can convert before the Dynamic Dimwit Duo consign the person's soul to Hell.
They are seriously disturbed, and their followers parrot them without any critical thinking.
God Bless,
---Introibo
Instead of the Hamsa to stop evil, pray the rosary. Instead of The Evil Eye to stare down the curse of envy, wear a brown scapular (after going through the traditional enrollment). Instead of crystals and gemstones to try and obtain “spiritual energy”, receive the traditional sacraments (if you have access to them), particularly Penance and the Eucharist. Instead of the Ouroboros which represents a universe with no savior, meditate on the wounds of Jesus Christ and how horrific a Passion He underwent to redeem you with His infinite love. Instead of focusing on the Infinity Symbol and how it is supposed to be limitless, focus on The Blessed Trinity and God’s saving work for mankind. Do these things often and you will see very quickly where the true power is found, through The One True God, Jesus Christ the unique savior of mankind, and His Catholic Church, the Mystical Bride of Christ, that Christ instituted so that all of mankind may become members to become saved. For the one who humbles himself, prays hard to find the Truth, and puts in the prayer and research to get there, God will meet this individual where he is and will raise his soul to great heights. As Jesus said, “I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.” We must do our part. If we do, He will take us the rest of the way.
ReplyDeleteIn just the past few years alone, I am seeing more stickers on the backs of vehicles as I am driving that are very strange and occult symbols. Some are more common like the “Coexist” bumper sticker. Others are more obscure and not as well known. One thing of interest is how many Masonic square and compass stickers that I am seeing. While groups like this are shaded in secrecy, you never used to see people advertise that they were a part of that group at all. While it is still very secretive, many people apparently do not care to hide that they are freemasons and are now flaunting it openly on their vehicles as they drive. Not good.
We must pray much and pray hard, for the days are evil in which we live.
-TradWarrior
TradWarrior
DeleteExcellent observations. The Saturday before this post was published I was getting my haircut. The hairdresser had the "Evil Eye" symbol hanging at her station. She removed it at my request, but I saw her replace it after I tipped her and was on my way out.
God Bless,
---Introibo