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Magical Psalm Symbols

The practice of the Psalmic Path is a magical endeavor that involves dismantling detrimental thought patterns and nurturing positive transformation through new ones.

To release their powers, we begin by reciting the Psalm aloud without interruption, which is crucial. Next, we take some moments of silent reflection to contemplate the symbolism embedded within the Psalms. By unraveling the meanings behind these symbols, we can effectively apply their principles to our magical pursuits and specific situations.

Think of the Psalms as you would the tarot, allowing the symbols within them to resonate and provide insights into your unique circumstances as you bring your concerns to them. The Psalms conceal numerous occult symbols, and this list only scratches the surface. By engaging with them firsthand, you will discover a wealth of new symbols and their hidden wisdom.

This is a growing list. If there are specific symbols I've not yet included that you would like to see added, please send your suggestions here: ariel@ariels-corner.com

Abimelech	“Father of the King” represents one’s will in the service of the Superconscious . The Fire Body. See Sword.
Abomination	An abomination represents any negative or fearful thought.
Almighty	All powerful. There is no circumstance in life that can outmatch the power of your Superconscious Mind.
Ancestors	In the profound symbolism of the Bible, our ancestors represent our past selves, the younger versions of who we are today. This intricate connection reminds us of the evolution we undergo as we grow older and wiser.
Angels	Angels are timeless symbols of deep inspiration, unwavering guidance, and invaluable assistance. They embody the Divine Law's thought forms.
Anoint	To make Sacred
Asaph	Akashic Records, or the part of the deep mind which stores all the memories.
Assyria	Philosophies, practices and higher learning for its own sake, not bringing the Superconsciousness in. Conceit in ones own knowledge. Assyria is a symbol of willpower.
Babylon	Babylon represents negative attitudes and beliefs that hinder finding peace with God and breaking free. It involves accepting low spirits, depression, and fear instead of addressing them. Seeking God's help is essential for liberation from Babylon. This includes harboring criticism, resentment, jealousy, and condemnation in your heart. Ultimately, Babylon implies mental limitations like fear, self-reproach, and relying solely on willpower. It can be seen as a city of confusion, where thought forms cause mental turmoil.
Blessing	The transfer of spiritual power which causes healing, help or relief.
Blood	In the Psalms, blood often symbolizes Nephesh - the Hebrew term for self-conscious life. This multifaceted concept encompasses inspiration, as well as the symbolic representation of fire with its association to spirit. In the Psalms, blood is seen as the vessel for Nephesh, making it a recurrent symbol.
Body	The term "body" refers to the complete embodiment of an individual, encompassing not only their physical form but also their surrounding material environment. According to the Great Law of human nature, one's surroundings are a reflection of their conscious and subconscious mind at the given moment.
Bow and Arrow	The bow and arrow symbolize the power of words. When you speak a word, it is like shooting an arrow. It goes where you aim and cannot be taken back, nor can it be without an impact. It's worth noting that speaking audibly is not essential; silent prayer is often more effective, especially if worry or fear is a distraction.
Bread	Bread commonly represents Divine Substance, or Shekinah, which satisfies our needs.
Breath	Inspiration. Life Force. Life Principle
Brick	Some materials are categorized as noble, while others are deemed base. In the stone category, marble is considered noble, and brick is considered base. Brick is a man-made product composed of clay, while marble is a natural material.
Building	One of the oldest and most significant symbols for the human soul is a building, often a Temple, that people work on constructing.
Bull	The bull symbolizes strength and power, also of the zodiac sign Taurus.
Cattle	Physical strength, spiritual abundance, wealth. The Zodiacal sign Taurus
Children	In the Psalms, children symbolize our actions and accomplishments. They can also represent our own thoughts.
City	In the Psalms, a city is frequently used as a symbol for consciousness.
Countenance	See Face
Cow	See Cattle
Cup	The consciousness of Perfect Love. The Goddess. The Feminine principle. The eternal bounty of the Divine.
Darkness	Darkness often represents mistakes, or ignorance.
David	The perfect love of your Superconscious mind.
Day	Unfoldment, Understanding, Superconscious Mind
Day/night	The truth about something is referred to as Day, while the error and fear associated with it are called Night.
Dominion	Sovereignty
Door	The "door" or "gate" is a significant symbol in the Psalms, representing a shift in consciousness. Moving from one room to another symbolizes a transition in mindset. Moreover, "gate" or "door" implies comprehension, as well as authority or influence. Understanding leads to mastery, and comprehension arises from a change in consciousness. (See also “Gate”).
Dragons	In the Psalms, dragons can symbolize subconscious complexes, representing suppressed thoughts or antagonistic thought forms.
Ear	Ear means to listen and/or hear.
Earth	The Psalms mention the concept of "earth" in relation to various aspects of our lives, including our physical well-being and personal affairs. It signifies our entire outer experience, and "inheriting the earth" suggests having control over that experience. It also encompasses the manifestation of our magic and our physical and Earth Bodies.
Eat	To appropriate and become conscious of.
Egypt	Egypt is often linked with materialism, errors, sickness, death, and various limitations. It symbolizes our belief in matter, time, space, fears, and the things that hinder our happiness and breed bitterness. It also represents bondage, empowering material possessions, physical limitations, poverty, pain, and ill health.
Enemies	In the Psalms, enemies symbolize our fears, doubts, troubles, and problems. They represent our negative thoughts, disconnected from our true selves. Overcoming them through righteous judgment - by refusing to believe in them - is key, rather than wrestling, which only strengthens them. These destructive thought forms we've created cause problems and unwanted conditions in our lives.
Esau	The physical body
Evening	Evening is associated with limitations, fears, troubles, or the absence of necessary goods.
Evil	In the Psalms, "evil" refers to the negative human thoughts. Such negativity can only lead to trouble. It is important to acknowledge and address this to avoid unfavorable consequences. Undesired states. That which is at odds with Truth. Temporary negative thoughts, and circumstances.
Eye	Brow chakra, Spiritual vision, That on which the mind is focussed.
Face	The face symbolizes recognition - it's how we usually identify people. Additionally, the face and forehead can represent intellect. For more, refer to "Countenance."
Fall	Detour.
Famine	Lack of faith in the power of one’s Superconscious mind. Focussing on the problem rather than working the magic for a solution.
Father	Masculine Principle. The God. In the Psalms, father sometimes means the knowledge or wisdom.
Favor	The successful outcome of magic
Fear	In the Psalms, the fear of God refers to a deep reverence for God, rather than fear in the conventional sense. It is the awe we feel in the presence of God. The fear of God does not involve pain or torment. Reverence, respect. In some context it is the lower mind’s survival instinct when it is being adjusted into its proper place, as in the giving up of superstitions and old ideas. (Fear God — give reverence to the Superconscious Mind).
Feet/foot	The book of Psalms frequently associates the concept of "feet" with understanding. In the Old Testament, people were instructed that they could claim any land they occupied or "put their foot" upon. In the Bible, land symbolizes manifestation, while the foot represents understanding and concentration in psychology. To acquire the necessary understanding, prayer and meditation on the holy mountain are essential.
Field	The mind wherein all thoughts (seeds) are sown.
Firmament	To strengthen your desires, the firmament symbolizes understanding. Having even a slight awareness that errors are illusions with no power is the key to paradise. "Under the Firmament" represents anything true, real, and governed by the law of harmony. Have faith in the power of your magic and the supremacy of your Superconscious mind over any problems.
Fish	The tendency of ideas to multiply. That which we think about expands.
Flesh	Mortality, physical body, carnal mind
Food	Spiritual Nourishment.
Forgive	Give up resentment, forgive a debt or transgression.
Gate	Gates hold strategic value in controlling cities. In personal lives, they symbolize the strongholds of consciousness. In biblical contexts, doors and gates represent shifts in consciousness and transitions between states of mind. They signify understanding, dominion, and power. A change in consciousness brings understanding and dominion. Gates and doors always mark a change in consciousness, whether entering or leaving a city or a house. Your current situation is linked to your current state of consciousness.
Generation	A generation represents a period of time in ones life.
Gittith	Stringed instrument. Represents finding the value from any trial and learning to find future values thought joy rather than suffering.
Glory	The realization that all aspects of your mind are in reality One.
God	Your Superconscious Mind
Gold	Gold symboizes Divine Power - the eternal presence of such power. It signifies that God has limitless power and can achieve anything, at any time. Gold can also represent wealth in certain situations. All your gifts which are your birthright and to which you are entitled
Grace	Goodwill. Forgiveness. Favor.
Green Pastures	Green pastures represent an abundance of all the good things one needs and a state of perfect harmony in life.
Hand/hands	The hand symbolizes the power of manifesting and expressing divine ideas in the physical world. It represents the ability to get things done, make demonstrations, and receive answers to prayers. Hands often signify our work and what we do in the world.
Hate	In many respects it represents the turning away the attention of unwanted thoughts (i.e. they who hate sin, etc). May also represent actual quality hatred.
Head	The human head represents the understanding of truth, separate from blind faith or emotional searching. It is the bodily expression of man's power of knowing Divine Truth. "...Have your head lifted above your enemies.” Third Eye. Crown chakra. The place from where divine ideas come.
Hearing	On a deeper level, hearing represents spiritual comprehension.
Heart	In Psalms, "heart" typically refers to the aspect of human consciousness that modern psychology identifies as the "conscious mind." We call it the Deep Mind. The deep mind. The Soul. The emotional body, or Water Body.
Heathen	Negative self-destructive thoughts are like adversaries that create obstacles in our lives. They are like ignorant heathens who fail to recognize the strength of our soul. These thoughts are unfamiliar to our true essence, yet they represent the only foes we may encounter. Counter them with righteous discernment, by refusing to give in to their influence. Remember, these thoughts possess no power unless bestowed upon them. Ignorant thought forms, superstitions, thoughts learned in childhood that have not been challenged.
Heaven	Heaven symbolizes ultimate peace of mind and a deep understanding of life—the realm of everlasting perfection and our true home. The state of mind wherein the Superconscious perpetually dwells.
Heel	The heel represents a weak spot, which is a vulnerable area in one's thinking. It can also mean the stamping out of something.
Hell	A state of mind filled with fear, anxiety, hatred, or physical pain. The state of mind that is at odds with the Superconscious mind.
Hidden	Occult, secret, sacred
Hide	Protect
High Tower	A tall tower is a secure location that represents elevated consciousness beyond the reach of those consumed by fear.
Hill	Hill often means prayer or spiritual activity. "I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills from whence com my help." The soul that is built upon prayer cannot be hidden. A hill or mountain represents uplifted consciousness. The great mystics, seers, and teachers are frequently spoken of as going up into the mountain to pray - the inference being that they got away from limiting thoughts and outer things to realize the presence of God. See also, “Mountain.”
Holiness of the Lord	The holiness of the Lord implies that everything in existence is simply the self-expression of God.
Holy	Sacredness, Whole, Complete, All
Holy City	See Holy Hill
Holy Hill	The dwelling place of the Superconscious Mind. Where the highest thoughts abide.
Hope	To expect good
Horn	In occult symbolism, the horn is consistently associated with power. When we mention ten horns, it signifies significant power. For example, the phrase "Horn of your salvation" uses the horn as a symbol of abundance.
Hosts	The hosts of heaven represent the sun, moon and planets and the 12 zodiacal signs. The angels.
House	See Tabernacle
Inheritance	All the blessings of life which are your birthright..
Israel	Israel as mentioned in the Psalms, symbolizes both an individual and a nation. Symbolically, it represents important aspects of life like health, job, family, finances, and personal issues. The term "Israel" combines "Is" (feminine, representing Isis), "Ra" (masculine, representing Ra), and "El" (meaning "of God"). This concept reflects the essence of your soul, embodying masculinity, femininity, and a connection to the divine. It is a state of being in harmony with the Superconscious mind.
Israelite	In Psalm Magic, an Israelite refers to anyone who is following the path of Initiation.
Jachin & Boaz	Jachin symbolizes "the one" and represents the unity of the cosmos through geometry. On the other hand, Boaz embodies the voice and signifies the creative power of the Word, known as the Logos.
Jacob	Jacob symbolizes the unredeemed soul, one that faces challenges and conscious imperfections. It's important to remember that Jacob is also renamed by God as "Israel." This signifies that regardless of our mistakes or flaws, God renames us Israel and redeems us. We should never forget that there is nothing we could ever do to make ourselves unloved by the infinite. The mental faculty.
Jericho	Jericho is referred to as "moon town," with the moon symbolizing the subconscious mind. The subconscious mind must be "subdued" and redeemed through spiritualization.
Jerusalem	Jerusalem symbolically represents awakened consciousness. It is the pinnacle of human nature, just before the actual realization of God. Jerusalem is a state of mind where we pray and wait for God, experiencing peace but without full realization. To tarry in Jerusalem is to remain vigilant until we feel the presence of God. When we have a sense of peace and certainty that our problem is solved, it means we are dwelling in Jerusalem.
Joseph	The part of our consciousness that is constantly progressing and evolving into more and more perfection.
Judah	“Praise God '' Represents the spiritual faculty that can bring about a raising in consciousness at will.
Judgment	In the Bible, judgment is the process of discerning truth from falsehood. We seek God's judgment because He sees only the truth, while we may struggle to distinguish between reality and illusion. Judgment is the unbiased result of Universal Laws, like gravity causing objects to fall to the earth, for example.
Justice	Divine law realized
King	The executive quality within your Higher mind.
Knowledge	Certainty which comes from direct inspiration or revelation with your Superconscious.
Korah	Coldness, unwillingness to be taught by the Higher Mind.
Lack	Though forms which deny the ever availability of magic for meeting every need.
Land	In the Old Testament, it was believed that people could take possession of any land they occupied or set foot upon. In the Psalms, land represents manifestation, while the foot symbolizes understanding and concentration in psychology. The required understanding is gained through prayer and meditation – the holy mountain.
Law	orderly principle(s) of magic
Life	In the Psalms, life means happiness, freedom, usefulness, and joy, devoid of fear or doubt. A long physical life filled with struggle, suffering, and disappointment does not define a long life in the Psalms. Instead, life in the Psalms represents something of utmost value. The Infinite Life Principle.
Lifted Up	Realization. The success of any magical working. Return to harmony of Higher Self.
Light	Light is often seen as a symbol representing truth, knowledge, and understanding.
Lion	In book of Psalms, lions often symbolize strength and power, while bull symbols typically represent intimidating and harmful situations. Additionally, lions can serve as symbols of courage, fearlessness, the zodiac sign Leo, and overcoming fear.
Lips	See Word
Lord	In Psalm Magic, the term "Lord" refers to the all-encompassing power that serves as the source of everything, including Infinite Life, Infinite Soul, Infinite Spirit, Infinite Intelligence, Infinite Truth, Infinite Love, Infinite Law, and Infinite Presence. There is only one Source, Substance, and Force. In the context of the Psalms, "The Lord" represents this concept. We are not separate from this source; each soul can be likened to a unique and individual ray of light emanating from a single star. This is Divine Law.
Lord of Hosts	Lord of Hosts is a title for God that emphasizes His immense power and might. It represents the all-powerful nature of God.
Love	Divine, impersonal power of the Superconscious mind that brings healing in any circumstance. To give one’s allegiance to (i.e. love the Lord — give allegiance to the Laws which govern reality).
Man	An idea in Divine Mind
Maschil	Divine Inspiration
Meek	Being meek doesn't imply weakness, but rather signifies peace and discipline. The meek are those who are spiritually adept and choose love over vengeance when faced with negativity.
Mercy	The nature of your Superconscious to see past your problems and offer only the perfect solution.
Moon	The symbolizes the soul and the subconscious mind, and our feeling nature. Personal Intelligence. Sometimes the Goddess, depending on context.
Morning	The morning is usually symbolic of fulfillment.
Mother	The term "mother" symbolizes our emotions and our ability to generate new ideas. It represents the feminine principle and the concept of the goddess.
Mountain (see “hill”)	Mount can be seen as exalted states or as seemingly insurmountable problems depending on the context.Mount can be seen as exalted states or as seemingly insurmountable problems depending on the context.
Multitude	The many thoughts in one’s mind.
Name	In the Book of Psalms, the term "name" refers to the fundamental nature or character of something. Therefore, when we learn about God's name, we gain insight into His true nature and identity.
Nation	A nation represents a major thought form in your deep mind.
Neighbor	Any soul on the Earth.
New	Birth or rebirth of the conscious mind into a closer realization to the Superconscious mind.
New Jerusalem	See Holy Hill
Night	Depending on context, either the deep mind, the Goddess or sometimes lack of understanding Night symbolizes our subconscious, dreams, sleep, and, at times, our fears or unidentified adversaries.
North	In the Psalms, the North is sometimes associated with the intellect, and sometimes is associated with trouble, fear, and disharmony in general.
Oil	In the Psalms , oil represents the thought or vehicle of Divine Love. Oil and ointment are symbols of gladness, praise, care, healing, and thanksgiving. Anointing with oil is also a symbol of consecration.
Ox	Physical Strength
Parents	In the Psalms, parents symbolize our past and can also reflect our conditioning and habitual thought patterns.
Peace	The natural harmony and tranquility that is always the state of the Superconscious mind
People	People are the representations of thoughts in our minds. Nations, on the other hand, are overarching thought forms as they consist of large numbers of individuals.
Plague	The manifestation of destructive thoughts of which one takes no responsibility.
Praise	Joyfully acknowledge that which is good.
Prayer	Communication between your three levels of mind
Promise	A "promise" is a metaphysical law that carries significant meaning. In the Psalms, a "promise" represents the inherent consequences of our thoughts and states of consciousness. It signifies the natural laws that govern our experiences and shape our reality. Divine Law, Natural Law.
Pure in Heart	Free from all anxiety. At peace.
Purity	Purity in the Psalms means recognizing God alone as the only real Cause and the only real Power in existence.
Redemption	See Salvation
Repent/repentance	Repentance means to change one's mind about something. To turn away from harmful thoughts and accept instead thoughts of truth.
Right	The True, or the Truth
Righteousness	Righteousness means having "right thinking" and being in a healthy state of mind, which leads to actions aligned with this mindset. Harmony between your deep mind, conscious mind and superconscious mind.
River	A river can mean magical current, thought current, or vital forces. A river is often seen as a symbol of purpose because it constantly flows towards a destination. The River Jordan, for instance, represents a specific purpose that needs to be overcome and crossed. The Israelites achieved this by crossing it and entering the Promised Land.
Rock	In the Psalms, a rock represents solidity and reliability—a solid foundation
Rod	Magical power, as in Wand or Bough
Sacrifice	Burnt offerings represent the transmutation of the physical to the spiritual. The process of refinement and perfection. The act of calling on the Higher Self or Superconscious.
Salvation	Salvation in Psalm Magic means tthe solving of a problem. The successful result of magic. The realization of one’s true birthrights and the claiming thereof. It can also mean attaining perfect health, harmony, and freedom, living in harmonious conditions, engaging in joyful and purposeful activities, and growing in understanding of God without fear.
Saul	Personal Will
Sea	Depending on the context, the sea often symbolizes overwhelming fears and problems that seem to consume us, but also the Mother, the Goddess, the Universal Mind of all.
Seed	The ideas planted in the mind, either good or evil.
Selah	A musical direction denoting a pause. An instruction to pause and ponder what has just been said before continuing. Stillness, Peace.
Serpent	Destructive thought forms which are unknown or hidden
Servants	The elements, elemental forces, and mental energies which carry out ones desires.
Sheep	Purity, Innocence. In context of the zodiac, Aries
Shepard	The Superconscious mind which cares for your every need.
Shout	Shouting is like singing but with more forceful vibrations.
Sin	Mistake, error, missing the mark, falling short of the goal.
Sing	Singing creates vibrations and symbolizes the power of positive energy to overcome negativity.
Sleep	Bringing harmony to discordant thinking.
Soles of Feet	Past Lives
Son of Man	Superconscious Mind
Soul	Consciousness
South	Physical
Spirit	That which cannot be destroyed. That which is infinite. The Principle of Life.
Springs	Wells and springs symbolize a connection with God, and they represent the continuous flow of fresh thoughts and ideas into our consciousness.
Stand	To be certain of one’s place
Stars	Infinite Intelligence that is beyond the understanding of the Conscious Mind.
Still Waters	In the Psalms, water symbolizes the soul. When God leads us beside still waters, it means that through prayer, His power brings peace and rest to our souls.
Stones	Stones often represent spiritual truth.
Strangers	Negative thoughts, or "heathen," are the real adversaries that cause challenges in life. They are not other people, but rather thoughts that lack awareness of your true self and knowledge of God. These thoughts are typically self-destructive and must be eliminated, not by fighting against them, which only strengthens them, but by exercising righteous judgment and refusing to believe in them.
Strength	The inexhaustible energy of the superconscious mind, and its power to overcome any problem through magical means.
Sun	Infinite Intelligence
Supplication	Communication with Superconscious mind.
Sword	Will, Fire body. Can denote Divine Will of the Superconscious mind in certain contexts.
Tabernacle	The tabernacle represents the early idea of the "temple of the living God," referring to the body temple, The body. The Tabernacle of God is also our body. Thus “my body is a temple.”
Temple	The magnificent structure, representing spiritual awareness, is referred to as the Temple in the Psalms. Two remarkable aspects are highlighted about this structure. Firstly, it was constructed silently, symbolizing the soundlessness of thoughts. Secondly, it was built on a rock, signifying the eternal truth of God's omnipresence and all-powerfulness.
Things	Manifestation of thought forms
Transgression	Thinking thoughts which are counter to the desires of your heart.
Tree	Connection between the upper and lower consciousness; the vehicle which bears the results of your magic
Truth	The Absolute
Valley	In the Psalms, valleys are often symbolic of challenges and hardships, the lower mind, and in some contexts the potential for a body of water (in which case, see “Sea” and “River”).
Vengence	In the Bible, the spiritual meaning of the word vengeance is vindication. It represents the vindication of Truth against the challenge or accusation of fear and misunderstanding.
Vision	Spiritual sight, clairvoyance, See Eye
Voice	The Throat Chakra, The Power to Speak into being. See “Word”
Wait	Listen
Water	Water can have different meanings depending on the context. It can symbolize purity, consciousness, and the feminine principle. However, it can also represent negativity and illusion. In the Bible, water is used to symbolize the human soul and mental movement. For instance, the Israelites had to cross bodies of water, such as the Red Sea and the Jordan, in order to reach the Promised Land. This signifies the need for a change in consciousness to demonstrate their faith.
Way	The Path, the Craft,
Wells	Wells and springs are symbolic of connecting with God and represent the constant flow of new thoughts and ideas into our consciousness.
West	Without (expression)
Wicked	In the Psalms, the term "wicked" represents arrogant thoughts, akin to being "bewitched" or "under a spell." This suggests that we are captivated by our own ego, believing in illusions, which leads to fear and suffering. However, seeking solace in God can break the spell and restore harmony.
Wind	Thought currents
Wine	Prana, Life Force, Vitality
Within/Without	In the Psalms, the word "within" means thought, while "without" or "outside" refers to the material world or experience.
Word	The Agency by which thoughts are expressed into being.
Work	The object of the Divine desires of one’s Higher Self.
World	In the Psalms, the term "world" refers to wealth, status, material accolades, and earthly endeavors. The external manifestation of internal thought forms
Wrath of God	In the Psalms, wrath refers to "great activity" - the activity that happens before or accompanies the healing of any negative condition. It can be seen as a "stirring up" before a healing process, like a period of stress that often comes before a demonstration. This is the blessing of the superconscious mind, leading to the elimination of unwanted thoughts and circumstances.
Zion	Zion represents the direct realization of God. While Jerusalem symbolizes the highest level of human consciousness before Divine contact, Zion embodies the actual realization of God Himself.

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