Since ancient times, men have used symbols to which they attribute particular properties and that sometimes carried or painted in the body to protect themselves from negative influences.

In spite of everything, man has always lived in a material world, so that, not to completely lose contact with his own spirituality, he needed visible and tangible feedback.

Let us think, for example, about amulets or talismans that continue to be used today and act as amulets of good luck (the first) and protectors (the latter): how not to refer to the well -known Christian cross?

Ancient protection symbols

We live in a world splashed with symbols with the most disparate meanings that escape our primary meaning or vision; However, a more attentive and curious vision is enough to magically discover that even our cities hide designs with a cryptic and intriguing meaning and that have their origin in the amazing evolutionary path of our species.

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Even today, we are used to using symbols that, for us, have a clear and unique meaning but, in reality, have been taken from very old cultures and whose ritual and symbolic value was, in reality, very different.

For these reasons, in this article I will talk about the ancient protection symbols that are still used in the esoteric field, defining them for their historical and anthropological origin, since, to fully understand the true meaning of a symbol, it is essential to know its origins. Let’s look at the most powerful and iconic protection symbols of all time.

Tree of life

Symbol of ancestral origins, used by many cultures with different names, the tree of life represents birth and rebirth, exemplifying life itself in 4 recurring elements.

• The roots, stable and firm in the depths of the earth, represent family and relationships.
• The leaves, healthy and numerous, predict a rich and stimulating life.
• Fruits, mature and abundant, represent the opportunities offered by fate.
• The sun, often not represented, but essential for growth, the divine presence from which life itself is composed.

These 4 figures can be associated with Earth, air, water and fire. The trunk is the bridge between the earth and the sky, the low and the high, the good and the bad. It represents the path that each one travels in life in search of God or, more general, of his own spirituality.

In the Hebrew cabal, this tree is concentrated in two basic concepts: ein sof and sefirot. The Ein Sof is the divine essence, the energy of the universe, and the SEFIROT are ten emanations of God. The 10 energy centers (Sephiroth) and the paths that derive from them constitute the 32 roads of wisdom.

Talking about him in these terms is reducer and widely interpretable; The tree of life is an esoteric symbol of powerful and complex protection, which can occur in the presence of a new life or to guide and protect a soul on the paths of its existence.

Prime

The flower of life is a geometric figure, a symbol and, at the same time, a pattern. From ancient times to indicate the whole of creation and the origin of everything. Its harmonious structure is formed by overlapping circles, all of them from a central circle, the source of life itself.

According to Drunvalo, there is nothing in the world that is not connected to the flower of life, from which everything proceeds. The flower of life is, therefore, soul and body, creator and container; Inside are other esoteric protection symbols such as:

• The seed of life,
• The egg of life,
• The tripod of life,
• The mystical almond,
• The tree of life.

Ankh

The anj, ancient Egyptian symbol also known as the key of life or cross with a knife, symbolizes life and is a mysterious talisman that acquires different meanings according to the context in which it is used.

Even today, Egyptologists struggle to find an unequivocal response to the meaning of Ankh, which could be both a stylization of the matrix and a symbolic representation of sunrise; There are many theories, but in general it is recognized that it is a symbol of the union of the two cosmic principles, as a union between the earth and the sky.

In the Ankh it is one of the most used esoteric symbols of protection, as a amulet that infuses health and strength and defends the spirit and body of any negativity.

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Lotus flower

Although it cannot be defined as esoteric, the lotus flower is present in many ancient cultures and has mysterious origins. It was taken to its maximum expansion by Buddhism, which considers it a symbol of purity, well -being and regeneration. The lotus flower has the ability to grow even in stagnant waters, sinking its roots in the mud and keeping its natural beauty intact.

For this reason, it is universally recognized as the representation of those who manage to remain immaculate and pure despite the many difficulties and temptations of the world. Often combined with the famous OM, it can be used as a symbol of protection, purity and harmony.

Pentacle

The pentacle is one of the most old and used protection symbols. Famous for the simplicity of its forms and the strength of its symbolism, it is represented by a pentagram inscribed in a circle. The age of this symbol is lost far behind in the history of mankind.

Contrary to what many think, the pentacle has no negative energy; On the contrary, in Western culture, it represents the microcosm and the macrocosm, the entire act of creation, the whole, and was used as a sacred symbol in pagan culture linked to the goddess Venus. In many cultures, the ability to protect against negative influences is attributed to the pentacle.

Cross

The cross, a symbol of Christianity, undoubtedly represents the greatest symbol of protection that exists. Above all, carrying a T -shaped cross is usually associated with the San Francisco de Asís. Almost all critics know very well that the cross is a symbol of Christ’s sacrifice, which was immolated as a lamb to overcome any trace of sin.

Hamsa or «Hand of Fatima

Actually, the word Hamsa, in the Arab language, means five and represents the fingers of the human hand. Considered as a unanimous protection amulet, he moves away the evil eye and bad intentions, returning to naughty and unpleasant situations. In practice, it is a hand that «blocks» evil, so it is represented as if it were in «stop» position.

Triquetra

The triquetra generally symbolizes and protects family union, whose elements (generally three) are represented by the tips. It also represents everything that is triple and, therefore, birth, life and death, but also the body, mind and spirit.

Yin Yang

This symbol of Chinese origin means the perfect balance between light and darkness, but it is also a protection symbol for the spiritual union of couples.

Caduceus

It is generally known as a symbol of medical sciences and hospital organizations (and also of pharmacies). This symbol has Greek origins, being, in fact, the symbol of Hermes (the messenger of the gods, also called Mercury); It symbolizes the vital energy (from the Greek Kundalini) that ascends through the spine and is represented by two twin snakes, one male and one female.

How to use the old protection symbols?

The best thing you can do is choose a symbol that can give you protection in the field you want. Feel if any of these symbols attracts you and sends you positive vibrations. That is the best way to choose the perfect for you. You can wear it, keep it at your home, in your office or in your car.

Do what seems better to you, but I strongly recommend that you wear something like a necklace if you need personal protection, since it works great. If you need protection throughout your home, tell it on a wall or place it where you can see it and let the energy and protective effects flow.

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Do I have to consecrate them?

Depends. If you buy one online, I strongly recommend consecrating it since you do not know the story behind and the genuine that was its manufacture and elaboration. But if you buy it in a local physical store and transmit good vibrations and you feel comfortable with him from the first moment, put it on.

If someone you love it and you feel that this gift was made from a place of love, you can take it too. But if someone with whom you don’t get along very well gives you a …