Introduction

We created this pentacle with help from Dr. Jeremy Weiss from the Temple of Miriam. Jeremy provided the historical information and translations for the inscriptions, and Krisztin redrew the symbols from the original manuscript.

The pentacle features the Fourth and Fifth Pentacles of Mercury, which can be traced back to the book The Greater Key of Solomon. This book is said to have been authored by the Jewish wizard King Solomon. It was intended to be an instruction manual for his son, and some believe a copy was buried with Solomon.

The pentacle features the seal of the Fourth Pentacle of Mercury on one side, designed to foster understanding, gain wisdom, and unveil hidden knowledge. On the reverse, the Fifth Pentacle of Mercury is inscribed, symbolizing the power to metaphorically uncover pathways, unlock doors, and open all opportunities.

The Restoration of the Pentacles

During our restoration, we ensured that the pentacles were made in accordance with The Greater Key of Solomon.

Chapter 18 of The Greater Key of Solomon describes the types of metals and metallurgic compositions required to create each pentacle. We have adhered to these instructions and created these pentacles with the recommended mixture of metals.

The correct mystical Hebrew lettering (and the letters themselves) has been meticulously restored to the standards of a true Kabbalist Hebrew scribe or sofer. Thus, these may be the only correctly made pentacles of Mercury in existence.
The Meanings of the Pentacles

The Fourth Pentacle of Mercury

“This is further proper to acquire the understanding and knowledge of all things created, and to seek out and penetrate into hidden things; and to command those Spirits which are called Allatori to perform embassies. They obey very readily.”

- The Greater Key of Solomon

In the center of the pentacle is one of the many holy names for G-d, El. A dodecagram star is the dominant figure of the sigil, and various singular Hebrew letters are scattered in the spaces formed by the multi-pointed star. In the original image found in The Greater Key of Solomon, the Hebrew letters are drawn so poorly that they would never have met the standards of a sofer.

Hebrew is a holy language consisting of sigils and symbols that must be drawn perfectly and pronounced with extreme accuracy for effective communication with the Divine. The letters, as drawn in The Greater Key of Solomon, are considered “possul” or invalid for magical and theurgical purposes by Jewish practitioners. Yet this error has been continuously perpetuated.

Many people have wondered about the meaning of these poorly drawn letters in and around the star. In 1894 CE, Samuel Liddell MacGregor Mathers published the English translation of the French and Latin copies of The Greater Key of Solomon. His conclusion of the meaning of the Hebrew letters has since become canon and can be found all over the internet. However, there is absolutely no basis for his interpretation. The true answer to this mystery has yet to reveal itself. What is certain is that there is a code present.

The perimeter of the pentacle contains the Latin inscription, "Wisdom and virtue are in his house, and the knowledge of all things remaineth with him forever."

The Fifth Pentacle of Mercury

“This commandeth the Spirits of Mercury, and serveth to open doors in whatever way they may be closed, and nothing it may encounter can resist it.”

- The Greater Key of Solomon

The pentacle is divided into four quadrants. Near the center, in the right upper quadrant, is the holy name “El.” In the upper left quadrant, near the center, is “Ab.” The name “YHVH” is divided into its components, with “YH” near the center in the lower right quadrant and “VH” on the lower left. The perimeter of the medallion contains a versicle from Psalms 24:7. It says, “O gates, lift up your heads! Up high, you everlasting doors, so the King of glory may come in!”

How to Activate the Pentacle

First, purify the pentacle by suffumigation to remove any negative energies, unwanted frequencies, or magical workings attached to it. Light a white candle along with purifying holy incense, such as King Solomon Wisdom incense or a combination of frankincense and myrrh. Take the pentacle and pass it slowly through the flame three times, then in the incense smoke seven times. The purification can be confirmed with a negative energy crystal.

Examine the design closely to retain every detail of its image in your mind. Anoint the palm of your left hand with a dab of Crown of Success and the palm of your right hand with Road Opening oil.

Place the pentacle in your hands, with the Fourth Pentacle of Mercury facing the left hand and the Fifth Pentacle of Mercury facing the right hand. Clasp both hands together and hold them in front of your face with your fingers toward the sky above and your thumbs pointing toward your mouth.

Hold the pentacle in your hands and close your eyes. Think of the design of the Fifth Pentacle and what you want to accomplish. Then, visualize the Fourth Pentacle and what is needed to manifest your goal, and imagine it coming to fruition.

When you sense a change, you will intrinsically know when the process is complete. You may lower your hands and open your eyes.

Various Uses for the Pentacles

Many people carry amulets in their wallets, purses, or pockets to maximize and take advantage of their power. In some traditions, a jewelry bezel is used to carry them as a keychain, on a belt loop, necklace, anklet, bracelet, or even worn in secret against the skin while pinned to the underside of clothing.

Some people place the pentacle in a bezel and wear the Fourth Pentacle against their body with the Fifth Pentacle facing outward. This orientation helps them receive supernal knowledge and imparts the power to open closed doors.

Gamblers sometimes use the pentacle as a chip guard or card weight, with the Fourth Pentacle visible to outsmart their opponents and the Fifth Pentacle visible to open up more winning opportunities.

Conjure workers use it as an important component of mojo bags, along with Solomon’s Seal Root (Convallaria polygonatum), Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis), and a mojo bean (Vica faba). They may include Master Root (Imperatoria ostruthium) or Peach Tree (Amygdalis persica). Of course, other additions and substitutions are made to tailor the mojo for increased power and further specificity.

Some people who desire inspiration while dreaming get results by anointing their pillow with one drop of Mugwort oil and one drop of Copal oil. They then place the pentacle underneath their pillow. Before bed, they may say the following incantation based on the Jewish Da’at prayer for wisdom.

"You show favor to a person of knowledge, and You teach understanding to a mortal person. Be gracious to us; for from You is a mind of insight and intelligence. Blessed are You, who favors us with knowledge."

This is an excellent way to request an answer to a question via a dream (She’elat Halom).

How to Care for Your Pentacle

Your pentacle will change with time and wear. While there is nothing you absolutely must do to maintain the pentacle, after you have set your intention (and before it has manifested), you may choose to “feed” or anoint your pentacle with a tiny drop of Oil of Mercury, either once or twice a month.
Reset and Reactivate Your Pentacle
In cases where you have achieved your desired outcome and want to re-use your pentacle, you may do so. Alternatively, you may wish to change your original intention to a different desire. In this case, it is possible to reset the pentacle with an entirely different intent simply by repeating the activation process.

However, many magical formulas, rituals, traditions, and practitioners recommend against repeatedly using the same object for different magical purposes. This is to avoid possible cross-contamination with previously sent intentions.