Swart, Jacobus G.: Book of Seals & Amulets

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THE BOOK
OF
SEALS & AMULETS
Shadow Tree Series

Volume 3
Jacobus G. Swart
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Dedicated to Gloria Swart
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William G. Gray (The Sangreal Sacrament)
Shadow Tree Series

Volume 1: The Book of Self Creation
Volume 2: The Book of Sacred Names
Volume 3: The Book of Seals & Amulets
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
1. Levanah Sacred Names in Hebrew Amulets . . . . . . . . 1
A. ynd) Adonai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
B. hyh) Ehyeh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
C. hwhy Ineffable Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
D. yd# Shadai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
E. Enigmatic Divine Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
1. )lg) Agalaa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
2. hgwbz) Azbogah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3. qynt) Atneik . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4. +yb BYT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5. hyp+p+ Taftafyah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
6. Klk Khwy Yohach Kalach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
7. wzwk zskwmb wzwk Kuzu Bmochsaz Kuzu . . . . . 38
8. Cpcm Matzpatz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
9. yyc#( Ashtzei . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
10. q+rwc Tzurtak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
11. dkrmc Tzamarchad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
F. The Twenty-two Letter Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
G. The Forty-Two Letter Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
H. The Name of Seventy-two Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
I. Compounded Employment of Divine Names . . . . . . . . 74
2. Kochav Letter, Word & Number Squares . . . . . . . . 107

A. Letter Squares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B. Word Squares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C. Number Squares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1. Magic Square of the Third Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Magic Square of the Fourth Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. Magic Squares of the Fifth & Sixth Order . . . . . . . .
4. Magic Square of the Seventh Order . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. Magic Squares of the Eighth & Ninth Order . . . . . .
107
112
116
116
132
142
150
156
3. Nogah Sacred Writ & Kameot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

A. A River went out of Eden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B. Psalms.....Psalms.....Everywhere! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Psalm 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Psalm 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Psalm 67 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Psalm 91 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Psalm 106 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Psalm 121 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
167
184
187
191
193
201
205
241
4. Shemesh Secret Alphabets & Magical Seals . . . . . . 245

A. Celestial Alphabets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1. Kolmosin Michael . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Kolmosin Gavriel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. Kolmosin Oriel (Nuriel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Ktav Avar ha-Nehar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. Ktav ha-Malachim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6. Ktav Tzva ha-Shamayim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7. Alfa Beta shel Metatron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B. Chotamot (Magical Seals) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. Madim Angels, Demons & Amulets for Protection
245
253
259
263
264
267
270
271
289
301
A. Angelic Hosts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301

B. Fiendish Hordes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
C. Amulets for Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
6. Tzedek Kameot for Health, Wealth & Happiness . . 347

A. Health & Healing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
B. Wealth & Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
C. Amulets & Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367
7. Shabetai Patterns, Shapes & Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381

A. Chabusa: Six-petalled Rosette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B. Menorah: Seven-branched Candelabrum . . . . . . . . . . .
C. Magen David: Shield of David . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D. The Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
E. Printed Amulets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F. Disposing of Discarded Amulets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
381
384
388
400
405
423
References & Bibliography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427
Illustrations
Cover Illustration . . . . Adapted image from Astronomicum
Caeserium by Petrus Apian, Edition Leipzig, Leipzig 1967.
Page 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adonai Permutations
Page 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Encourage Pregnancy
Page 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ehyeh Letter Squares
Page 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ehyeh/YHVH Letter Square
Page 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to cause Pregnancy
Page 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ineffable Name War Kamea
Page 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to invoke Divine Justice
Page 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twelve Letter Name Square
Page 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hebrew-Christian Amulet
Page 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tetragrammaton/Adonai Headers
Page 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Open the Heart
Page 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shadai Letter Square
Page 20 . . . . . . . . . . . Shadai Letter Square: Variant Version
Page 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shadai Kamea against Epidemics
Page 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shadai/Zodiacal Affiliations
Page 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shadai/Taftafyah Protection Kamea
Page 23 . . . Shadai/Ineffable Name Infant Protection Kamea
Page 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Counteract Miscarriage
Page 32 . . Kamea to Open the Heart/Expand Consciousness
Page 36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Taftafyah Square
Page 42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ashtzei Kamea against Miscarriage
Page 46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tzurtak Kamea against Miscarriage
Page 48 . . . . Tzamarchad Kamea against Physical Assault 1
Page 49 . . . . Tzamarchad Kamea against Physical Assault 2
Page 54 . . . . . . . . . . . . Anti-demonic Kamea for the Unborn
Page 59 . . . . . Forty-Two Letter Name Compounded Kamea
Page 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shem Vayisa Vayet
Page 64 . . . . . . . . . Shem Vayisa Vayet Compounded Kamea
Page 66 . . . . . . . . . . . Shem Vayisa Vayet: Variant Version
Page 68 . . . . . . . . . . . Variant Shem Vayisa Vayet Kamea 1
Page 71 . . . . . . . . . . Variant Shem Vayisa Vayet Kamea 10
Page 75 . . . . . . . . . . . . Shiviti Amulet Purity of Thought
Page 79 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tetragrammaton Tetractys
Page 83 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ahadi Kamea to improve Memory 1
Page 84 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ahadi Kamea to improve Memory 2
Page 86 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17/18th Century German Kamea
Page 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18/19th Century Persian Kamea
Page 100 . . . . . . . . Detail of 18/19th Century Persian Kamea
Page 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for the Alleviation of Pox
Page 108109 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hebrew Odd Letters Squares
Page 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hebrew Even Letters Square

Page 115 . . . . . . . . . . . . Yehonatan Eybeschtz Word Square
Page 117118 . . . . . . . . . . Magic Squares of the Third Order
Page 120 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planetary Seals of Shabetai
Page 120 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alternative Seals of Shabetai
Page 120 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturn Symbol in the Picatrix
Page 121 . . . . . Magic Square of the Third Order with Tagin
Page 124 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Dream Questioning
Page 125 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adoniram Pterygoma
Page 126 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Strengthen an Infant
Page 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kameot to Ease Childbirth
Page 129 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ehyeh/YHVH Letter Square
Page 130 . . . . . . . . . Protection Kamea forWomen in Labour
Page 132137 . . . . . . . . Magic Squares of the Fourth Order
Page 132 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planetary Seals of Tzedek
Page 133 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alternative Seals of Tzedek
Page 133 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tzedek Kamea in Toldot Adam
Page 138 . . . . . . . . . . . . Compounded Magic Squares Kamea
Page 139 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hod Kameot
Page 142146 . . . . . . . . . . Magic Squares of the Fifth Order
Page 143 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planetary Seals of Madim
Page 144 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . North African Madim Kamea
Page 147148 . . . . . . . . . . Magic Squares of the Sixth Order
Page 149 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planetary Seals of Shemesh
Page 150154 . . . . . . . Magic Squares of the Seventh Order
Page 151 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planetary Seals of Nogah
Page 156157 . . . . . . . . . Magic Square of the Eighth Order
Page 158 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planetary Seals of Kochav
Page 159160 . . . . . . . . . . Magic Squares of the Ninth Order
Page 160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planetary Seals of Levanah
Page 168 . . . . Four Edenic Rivers Table of Correspondences
Page 171 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for a Long Successful Life
Page 177 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sefer Raziel Birth Kamea
Page 183 . . . . . . . . . Protection Kamea for Pregnant Women
Page 195 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Menorah Psalm Shiviti Construct
Page 202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Night-time Protection
Page 203 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Psalm 91 Home Protection Kamea
Page 205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Word Squares: Psalm 106:30
Page 206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Variant Square 1: Psalm 106:30
Page 207 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Variant Square 2: Psalm 106:30
Page 209 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shmirah Kamea: Psalm 106:30
Page 210 . . . . . . . . Kamea against Epidemics: Psalm 106:30
Page 211 . . . . . . . Composite Shmirah Kamea: Psalm 106:30
Page 216 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Composite Shmirah Yad Kamea
Page 221 . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea against Spontaneous Abortion
Page 223 . . . . . . . . . . . Composite Shmirah Menorah Kamea
Page 226 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ChaimVital: Shmirah Kamea
Page 228 . . . . . . . . . ChaimVital: Shmirah Kamea Expanded
Page 236 . . . . . . . . . . . ChaimVital: Shmirah Kamea Detail 1

Page 238 . . . . . . . . . . . ChaimVital: Shmirah Kamea Detail 2
Page 242 . . . . . . . Psalm 121 Kamea for Luck and Protection
Page 243 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Psalm 121 Menorah
Page 246 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Talismanic Heavens
Page 247249 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celestial Alphabets
Page 249 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for a Beneficial Response
Page 253258 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabets of Michael
Page 259262 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabets of Gabriel
Page 263 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabets of Oriel [Nuriel]
Page 264265 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Passing the River Alphabet
Page 266 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Abraham the Hebrew
Page 267269 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of the Angels
Page 270 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of the Heavenly Hosts
Page 271 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron
Page 272 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Alef
Page 273 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Bet
Page 274 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Gimel
Page 274 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Dalet
Page 275 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Heh
Page 276 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Vav
Page 277 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Zayin
Page 278 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Chet
Page 279 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Tet
Page 280 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Yod
Page 281 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Kaf
Page 284 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Lamed
Page 284 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Mem
Page 284 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Nun
Page 285 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Samech
Page 285 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Ayin
Page 286 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Peh
Page 286 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Tzadi
Page 287 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Kof
Page 287 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Resh
Page 288 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Shin
Page 289 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabet of Metatron: Tav
Page 291 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Finding Favour
Page 291 . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Increase Grace and Kindness
Page 292 . . Kamea for Finding Favour with One Individual
Page 292 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Restore Friendship
Page 293 . . . . . . . . . . . Chotamot to Seal Physical Attraction
Page 293 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chotamot to Reveal Infidelity
Page 294 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sefer Raziel Love Kamea
Page 296 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Strengthen Love
Page 296 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Engender Love

Page 296 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Encourage Marriage
Page 297 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Aid All Endeavours
Page 297 . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Increase Personal Prominence
Page 304 . . . . . . . Protection Kamea for Mothers and Infants
Page 307 . . . . . . . . . . Stylised Image of Angels of Protection
Page 308 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Argaman Fish Kamea
Page 316 . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Protection against Weapons
Page 317 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mezuzah Amulet
Page 321322 . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Healing and Protection
Page 323 . . Ehyeh/YHVH Kamea for Healing and Protection
Page 325 . . . . . . Kamea against Demonic Assault Recurring
Page 326 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shebriri Pterygoma
Page 328 . . . . Kamea against Demonic Possession Recurring
Page 330 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Counteract Evil Spells
Page 332334 . . . . . . Kamea against Demons and evil spells
Page 334 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Protection Word Square
Page 336 . . . . . . . . Lishuatcha Kamea against Spirit Attack
Page 339 . . . . . . . General Protection and Well-being Kamea
Page 341342 . Kamea to protect a woman during childbirth
Page 344 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . House Protection Kamea
Page 346 . . . . . . . . . . . Yeshaya Steiner: Anti-vermin Kamea
Page 348 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Abracadabra Pterygoma
Page 349 . . . . Abrakolos/Abrakolon Kamea to reduce Fever
Page 351 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ochnotinos Pterygoma
Page 352 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Romilus Pterygoma
Page 353 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chotamot to Cure Headaches
Page 353 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Relieving Pain
Page 354 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Teeth Ailments
Page 354 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Diseases of the Gums
Page 354 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Hands, Feet and Heart
Page 355 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kameot for Eye Maladies
Page 356 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Spleen Disorders
Page 357 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Halt Seizures
Page 357 . . . . . . . . . . . Deuteronomy 7:15 Healing Kamea 1
Page 358 . . . . . . . . . . . Deuteronomy 7:15 Healing Kamea 2
Page 358 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deuteronomy 7:15 Letter Square
Page 359 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Poison antidote Kamea: Four Lines
Page 360 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Halt a Raging Fever
Page 361 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Poison antidote Kamea: Two Lines
Page 362 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Please Sire Amulet/Incantation
Page 363 . . . . . . . . . . . Letter Square for Success in Business
Page 363 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sefer Raziel Kamea for Success
Page 368 . . . . . Sefer Yetzirah Alphabet Arrangements 1 to 3
Page 370 . . . . . . Sefer Yetzirah Arrangement 4 transliterated
Page 371 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yetziratic Incantation Wheel

Page 373 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ayak Bachar Square
Page 374 . . . . . . . . . . . . Ayak Bachar Hebrew Letter Angles
Page 374 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tagiom Ayak Bachar Seal
Page 374 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tagiom Kamea
Page 382 . . . . . . . . . . Chabusa: Six-petalled Rosette Designs
Page 383 . . . . . Kamea for Spiritual Protection with Chabusa
Page 385 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ana Bechoach Menorah
Page 387 . . . . . . Psalms/Ana Bechoach Menorah Collection
Page 389 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shadai Magen David Kameot
Page 390 . . . . . . . Magen David universal all purpose Kamea
Page 394 . . . . . . . 18th Century Persian protection Kamea
Page 400 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Palm of Right Hand
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Page 403 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Double Hand Shmirah Kamea
Page 405 . . . . . . . . . . . . Casablanca Printed Shmirah Kamea
Page 409 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Granting Petitions
Page 410 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All Purpose Composite Kamea
Page 414 . . . . . . . . . Kamea for Protection and Good Fortune
Page 417 . . Kamea for Good Living, Success and Protection
Page 420 . . . . Printed Kamea for Protection against Plagues
Page 422 . . . . . . . . . . Birkat ha-Bayit: Blessing of the Home
Hebrew Transliteration
There are transliterations of Hebrew words and phrases throughout
this work. In this regard I have employed the following method.
The Hebrew vowels are pronounced:
a like a in father;
e like the e in let or the way the English
pronounce the word Air without enunciating the r;
i like the ee in seek;
o like the o in not or the longer au in naught;
or again like the sound of the word Awe;
u like the oo in mood;
ai like the letter y in my or igh in high or like
the sound of the word eye; and
ei like the ay in hay.
The remaining consonants are as written, except for:
ch which is pronounced like the guttural ch in the
Scottish Loch or the equivalent in the German Ich, and
tz which sounds like the tz in Ritz or like the ts in
hearts.
In most cases an apostrophe () indicates a glottal stop which
sounds like the i in bit or the concluding er in father,
otherwise it is a small break to separate sections of a word or create
a double syllable. For example, I often hear people speak of Daat
(Knowledge), sounding one long ah between the D and the
concluding T. The correct pronunciation is however Daat, the
apostrophe indicating that the term comprises actually two
syllables, dah and aht. In this word a quick glottal stop
separates the first syllable from the second. As a vowel it is the
same sound made when one struggles to find the right word, and
say something like er.....er.....er.....
One further rule is that the accent in Hebrew is, more often
than not, placed on the last syllable of the word. Of course there are
numerous instances which disprove this rule, but it applies almost
throughout Hebrew incantations, e.g. those found in Merkavistic
literature, etc.
INTRODUCTION
s mentioned in the previous volumes of the Shadow Tree
Series, I have devoted myself for more than four decades
to both a serious investigation, as well as to the practical
implementation, of Kabbalistic teachings in my everyday life. For
me Kabbalah is like a pair of old slippers, i.e. absolutely
comfortable and easily slipped into, and it has remained so for the
entire period that I have been associated with it. There are certainly
times when I battle with the obscurities of the doctrines found in
some of the primary texts, but, in the main, Kabbalah has served
me well on many levels, whether these be physical, mental,
emotional or spiritual. In terms of my everyday existence, I have
found the teachings of Practical Kabbalah especially meaningful,
despite the endless warnings about these being bad, and that I
might incur the wrath of the Almighty.
Of course, it is worth noting that Kabbalah and orthodox
Judaism have always been uneasy bedfellows. Sometimes they
would be more or less comfortable in their relationship and need of
each other, but at other times they would burst into open conflict.
The strong messianic tendencies of certain Kabbalists, like for
example Shabbetai Tzvi, Jacob Frank, or, much further back, of
Abraham Abulafia,1 contributed to the notion amongst the
orthodoxy that the tradition is a blasphemous quagmire out to snare
the gullible. Yet, should the same Messianic tendency shine forth
in what appears to be a most godly and sanctified individual, such
as Rabbi Isaac Luria and his official successor, Chaim Vital,2
then we can relax and bask in the glory of their unique spiritual
light without any trepidation of being led up the garden path, so
to speak.
ii / The Book of Seals & Amulets

We know that mysticism goes hand in hand with Judaism,
as it does with other faiths, provided it stays on the thin and
narrow and manages to dress its visions, miracles and what can
only be termed magical activities, in the garb of the formal and
accepted religious views of the day. If anyone should step a
fraction out of line, that individual, who was deemed into
manifestation in order to be redeemed into eternity, will be doomed
by his peers unto the aeons. To put it simply, certain concepts of
Kabbalah entered mainstream Judaism, and have comfortably
remained there to this very day. These pertain mainly to the
speculative side of the Tradition.
Many Rabbis were both Kabbalists and orthodox religious
leaders of their communities, as are some still today, with no
particular problem one way or the other. Having said that, I should
also mention that some of them kept their more controversial
experiences and activities quite hidden for fear of rejection, as for
example the case of Rabbi Joseph Karo and his Maggid clearly
indicates.3 However, the more individualistic aspects of the
tradition, such as Practical Kabbalah, which patently involves
magical practices, often led to a fracas everywhere, and yet there
were again many orthodox Rabbis who beneficially utilised this
forbidden zone of the tradition.4 In fact, many still do with their
Kameot (Hebrew amulets), Segulot, Terufot, and magical uses of
holy writ.
Naturally we need to recognise that the rise of pseudomessiahs, such as the earlier mentioned Shabbetai Tzvi and Jacob
Frank, contributed enormously to the fall of Kabbalah from grace
in the eyes of mainstream Judaism. Even more so after Shabbetai
Tzvis conversion to Islam, following the Jewish authorities
denouncement of him as a blasphemer to the Muslim authorities.
He caused a lot of havoc with his enormous influence over
thousands of Jews across the then civilized world, and naturally
this was more than worrying to the rabbinical authorities who
wanted to protect their flocks, and who saw Tzvis appeal as
spelling disaster for Jewry as a whole. This was certainly a very
dark period for both Kabbalah and Judaism alike. However, today
Shabbetai Tzvi and his approach to both Kabbalah and Judaism,
are understood in a much more open manner, and he appears less
of a threat. The same cannot be said for Practical Kabbalah,
which is still drawing vehement condemnation from mainstream
religious authorities.
Introduction / iii
A while back I responded to a post on the internet in which
it was claimed that Joseph Karo, the great 16th century legalist and
Kabbalist, referred to Kabbalah Maasit (Practical Kabbalah) in
his Shulchan Aruch5 as black magic. Seeking clarification I
wrote: In the numerous pre-Lurianic Kabbalistic texts, as well as
several subsequent works of the same genre penned by East
European Baalei Shem, the term Kabbalah Maasit referred to
Practical Kabbalah exclusively. There is no specific indication in
these writings that the appellation Kabbalah Maasit referred to
Black Magic per se. When exactly did it acquire the adverse
connotation you are referring to? To this I received the following
response: Shulchan Aruch Yoreh Deah.....laws of Avoda Zerah.
The Shulchan Aruch makes very clear that Kabbalah Maasit is
what the Torah was referring to when it spoke about magic. There
are a few rare exceptions, but by and large that is the status.
Since I could not find any reference to Kabbalah Maasit
being black magic in the reference provided, I continued
quizzing lest it appeared somewhere else in that authoritative
legalistic tome, asking: Does the Shulchan Aruch use the specific
appellative Black Magic in reference to Kabbalah Maasit, and
does this turn astute and highly revered Kabbalists like Rabbi
Eleazar of Worms, Rabbi Moshe Cordovero, Rabbi Moshe Zacutto,
Rabbi Avraham Chamui, et al,6 who openly shared techniques
belonging to the Kabbalah Maasit arena, into heretics who
pandered what is forbidden? By the same token are Practical
Kabbalistic writings like the Sefer Raziel, Brit Menucha, Shorshei
ha-Shemot, amongst others,7 considered black magic texts?
In response I was told that Actually the ShA refers to
black magic and all other forms of forbidden sorcery as Kabbalah
Maasit. As well as enumerates the practices that are forbidden.
Considering that R Cordovero was actually a teacher of R Karo,
I would assume that R Karo learned what was forbidden from him.
Receipt and knowledge of Kabbalah maasit is not forbidden, its
usage is. Read the introduction by R Zecuto (who is post-Lurianic
by the way), he specifically warns against the usage of what he has
written. There are exceptions to this within the bounds of halacha,
but one first must be a competent Rav versed in the applicable
halachot to know what they are and when they can be properly
applied.
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Realising the deflective nature of this response, the lack
of direct textual references, the absurdity of the claim that it is in
order to read and learn about Practical Kabbalah, but not to put
such knowledge to practical use, and that I am not likely to get a
clear answer to my query, I did not press for further details. It
quickly became abundantly clear that pursuing the matter any
further would just result in me listing more and more of those
astute rabbis who not only wrote about, but actually employed that
which the individual in question termed Black Magic. Likewise
he will come back with a list of equally as many astute rabbis who
denigrated Practical Kabbalah. So why bother?
I thought the statement that Moses Cordovero was the
teacher of Joseph Karo, and that the respondent assumed that
accordingly R Karo learned what was forbidden from him, to be
indeed most curious, since Cordovero himself freely shared
techniques of the Kabbalah Maasit (Practical Kabbalah) genre in
his Pardes Rimmonim (Garden of the Pomegranates).8 Joseph
Karo was certainly not unfamiliar with the more extreme aspects
of Practical Kabbalah. After all, he diligently kept a diary, albeit a
secret one, of his clairvoyant channelling of a Maggid, a heavenly
spirit mentor,9 and he apparently left his mark in the local lore of
Nikopolis, the town in which he grew up, where visitors are still
being shown Karos Kan Gishmi (Fountain of Blood), a spot where
it is said he performed miracles.10 One wonders if the latter were
of the Practical Kabbalah variety?
Regarding Moses Zacuttos warning against the usage of
what he has written, we know that he personally employed many
of the magical techniques he listed so openly and enthusiastically
in his Shorshei ha-Shemot (Roots of Names)11 and Sefer ha-Sodot
she-Kibbalti mi Rabbotai (The Book of Secrets I Received from My
Masters).12 In fact, in many instances he affirmed the efficacy of
these procedures with the phrase tested by me, and hence J.H.
Chajes appears to be correct in his observation that Zacutto
assembled this magical material for practical and not merely
theoretical purposes.13 It is also curious that Chaim Vital and his
son Samuel, both of Lurianic fame, did not hesitate to consult with
Muslim magicians when they felt it necessary to do so!14
Introduction / v
I recently had to face a challenge and was called upon to put
my money where my mouth is, i.e. back a claim I made in The
Book of Sacred Names15 regarding Practical Kabbalah
techniques in Sefer Pardes Rimmonim (Garden of
Pomegranates) by Moses Cordovero.16 My opponent maintained
that there is not a single instance of anything pertaining directly to
Practical Kabbalah, or Jewish Magic for that matter, to be
found in this text written by the father-in-law of the Holy Ari.
Hence he felt it necessary to challenge me to either own up or
face public exposure of my deceit.....no less!!
I would not normally bother with uninformed challenges,
but I thought I might face the truth of the matter and satisfy the
questing spirit of my challenger with an example of Practical
Kabbalah penned by the very hand of the great Moses Cordovero,
who wrote in his Pardes Rimonnim: Gate Ten Chapter 1, that
[t]here is no doubt that the colours can introduce you to the
operations of the Sefirot and the drawing down of their overflow.
Thus, when a person needs to draw down the overflow of Mercy
from the attribute of Grace, let him imagine the name of the Sefirah
with the colour that is appropriate to what he needs, in front of him.
If he [applies to] Supreme Chesed, [let him imagine] the outmost
white.....Likewise when he will operate a certain operation and he
will be in need of the overflow of the [attribute of] Judgement, let
him then dress in red clothes and imagine the form [of the letters
of] the Tetragrammaton in red, and so on in the case of all the
operations causing the descent of the overflows..... Certainly in this
manner [we may explain] the meaning of the amulets. When a
person prepares an amulet for the [Sefirah of] Chesed, let him
imagine the [divine] name in a bright white, since then the
operation of that name will be augmented.....
We have seen someone who designed amulets which refer
to the [attribute] of [stern] judgement [using the colour of] red, and
those which refer to Grace in white and those which refer to Mercy
in Green, and everything [was done] in accordance with what [was
revealed] by true [angelic] mentors, which taught to him the
preparation of the amulets. All this [was done] in order to introduce
him to the subject of the colours and the operations which derive
from the above.....17
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Considering the subject matter addressed in this quote, you
might well wonder what exactly comprises Practical Kabbalah.
My personal stance is that it incorporates a lot more than simply
magical applications, such as those addressed in my Book of
Sacred Names.18 Besides those specific details, I personally
include:
1.
2.
3.
meditational techniques like those of Eleazer of Worms,19

Abraham Abulafia,20 the Tzerufim of Albotini,21 as well as
the Kavvanot and Yichudim of Lurianic Kabbalah,22 etc.
worshipful invocations and prayers such as those found in
Kabbalistic Siddurim (prayer books), etc.;23
practical applications of the ten sefirot, the latter having
been termed the spiritual energies of Mind and Emotion
by Rabbi Laibl Wolf,24 and of which there are a number of
wonderful and well-known practical studies such as those
by my late mentor, William G. Gray,25 or the more recent
very innovative and equally well written work of R.J.
Stewart,26 etc.
Notwithstanding this, the underlying intentions of Practical

Kabbalah are the same as those of Ritual Magic. In fact, the two
appellatives could be employed interchangeably. However, what I
find personally bothersome, is the rarity of commonsense views on
magic and allied subjects in contemporary writings dealing with
this topic. People still espouse the most absurd views on what
magic is, and what it is supposed to do for them. In this regard I
often get letters from people who demand communication with a
deceased family member or friend, wanting powerful talismans
against witchcraft, etc., and if one could throw in a good book on
powerful prayers to accompany candle and incense rituals, plus
a very good, huge and detailed dream book, they would consider
themselves to be in occult heaven.
Naturally I do understand that such letters derive from the
sheer necessity to find solutions to the obstacles and disasters
besetting ones life, and that what we need to know is how to keep
ourselves together under the pressure of perdition itself, and how
to survive in body, mind, soul and spirit whilst the forces of
darkness and destruction are hammering us into the ground, and
Introduction / vii
proving by every means how helpless, futile and ineffective we are.
Plainly we need solid stuff which will relieve us from pain and
destruction, rather than all the pretty-pretty decorative trash
which looks good when nothing threatens our essential existence.
I have had quite enough of the rubbish which has been doing the
rounds on the mystical market for years and years.
What does it matter who or what the Elemental Spirit of
the Moon is, or how one might construct a Talisman of Venus,
unless such matters support our essential existence in what is a
very dangerous world for most of its denizens? That is what I am
hoping to address in this third volume of The Shadow Tree
Series, which is devoted to an important aspect of Practical
Kabbalah, i.e. Kameot (Hebrew amulets) and Magical Seals. Of
course, I do not believe anybody should fully rely on amulets or
talismans to solve all the difficulties they may meet in life. It is
vitally important to understand the fundamental factors within ones
own being, which attract and align with the problems one
encounters in ones life. In other words, the techniques of Practical
Kabbalah, i.e. amulets, etc., should be a support in ones attempt
to create the right sort of balance one needs in order to live a
meaningful life, but they certainly should not be an end in
themselves, or considered the ultimate solution to all problems in
life.
I am reminded of the saga of Rabbi Elazar Abuchatzeira,
the grandson of the famed 20th century Kabbalist Baba Sali, who
was killed by a fundamentalist religious fanatic. I was greatly
perturbed when I learned the motive behind the murder. As it is, a
lot of controversy surrounded the Rabbi, and I have been reflecting
on the role of this in his murder. He was basically accused of
charging exorbitant fees for spiritual services rendered. I am
perfectly aware that there is a powerful religious faction out there
who condemns anyone receiving any reward for segulot, etc.,
however this simply does not make sense in a world where you
have to earn your keep, and where you need cold hard cash to
keep body and soul together. Personally speaking, my only
objection is against those who are fleecing their clients, and in this
regard it was said that the Rabbi took hundreds of thousands of
dollars from a very gullible public, who were buying into what was
termed his superstitious promises. Critics called it a hair raising
tale, and accused Rabbi Abuchatzeira of being a swindler.
viii / The Book of Seals & Amulets

I should make it clear that having been on the most
beneficial receiving end of Segulot and Kameot myself, I am
disinclined to glibly dismiss such items as being superstitious
nonsense. This notwithstanding, I certainly would not condone
robbing the poor of their hard earned money, and this would seem
to be the major issue at play here. As it is, believing with every
fibre of my being in the process of self creation, i.e. that all
humans are constantly creating their own personal life
circumstances, it appears to me that the reality which the Rabbi
had been living in recent years, and was seemingly unable to
recognise or change, turned into a roller coaster ride which lead to
that tragic inevitable finality.
Now, realities do have a tendency of being
reinterpreted with hindsight, and subsequent to the funeral of
Rabbi Elazar Abuchatzeira, a headline read Rabbi Abuhatzeira
Bore the Burden of Evil Decrees, and the subheading continued
Rabbi Abuhatzeira saved the people of Israel from evil decrees
through his brutal death, leading rabbis say. The brother of the
deceased affirmed that harsh punishments were decreed on the
people of Israel, and he wanted to nullify them, and continued as
he nullified many harsh decrees for us.....We ask you, Rabbi
Elazar: go before the Throne of Glory and pray there for the people
of Israel. Pray for the entire family. Pray for your sons, your
daughters, your grandchildren and wife.27
How very curious! According to all reliable sources, the
Rabbi was slain by a frequent visitor, Asher Dahan, a 42 year old
resident of the Haredi city of Elad, who was constantly seeking
blessings and advice from the Rabbi, and whose motive for murder
was reported to have been solely based on the fact that
Abuhatzeira had failed to solve his marital problems,28 similar
sentiments having been expressed at the time by the ever growing
list of detractors of the Rabbi around the globe.
Underlying this situation is a most serious matter. Firstly,
whilst one may employ special spiritual techniques and practices
in support of ones aim to solve problematic situations, i.e. a failing
marriage, I believe the fundamental failing here is the essential
instruction of the disappointed killer in the necessity of changing
those obstacles within himself, which lead to the failing of his
marriage in the first place. It is no good to simply lay the blame at
the feet of your life partner. The witty May West was perfectly
right in claiming that it takes two to get one into trouble!29
Introduction / ix
Secondly, I believe the major dilemma pertains directly to
these Tzadikim, who have a predilection for placing themselves
on pedestals of self-aggrandisement. Their perceived infallibility
is positioning them so way beyond criticism and the recognition of
their fallibility as beings of flesh and blood, that they are being
viewed by their compatriots as being virtually the mouthpiece of
the Divine One on earth, if not the very incarnations of the
Almighty in person.....God forbid! It is always I will heal you! I
will solve your marriage problems! When will they realise that
you can no more live anyone elses life, than you can eat or
defecate for them?
Again, dont get me wrong, I am a firm believer in the
doctrines and magical techniques of Practical Kabbalah.
However, what I find fundamentally flawed is the cultivation of
total reliance on the person of the Tzadik, or anybody else for that
matter, to solve all life problems. Most people are unable, or even
unwilling, to work changes within their own beings, i.e.
establishing the right mindset, which would afford at least the
possibility for a lasting implementation of the new reality they
seek. Instead they would expect a Tzadik, especially one who is a
mini-Messiah, to do it for them. This is extremely dangerous,
and all Tzadikim, and especially would-be Messiahs, should
note that if they dare allow anything like that to continue in their
lives, there is bound to be many more incidents akin to the sorry
saga of the now martyred Rabbi Elazar Abuchatzeira!
Now, before there are any misconceptions about the current
tome, I had better explain what it is and what it is not. It is not a
definitive encyclopaedia of Hebrew amulets created to grant
readers every desire and solve all the difficulties they may
encounter. In fact, it is both an investigation in the mystical
interpretations of magical seals, and a practical guide in which I
share primary information on Hebrew amulets, which the reader
might employ beneficially for personal intentions in their daily
lives. Despite the fact that I am fully convinced of the effectiveness
of the practices shared in all volumes of my Shadow Tree
Series,30 I hold out no guarantees regarding the success or failure
of their employment. Nothing more.....nothing less!!
***
x / The Book of Seals & Amulets

As in the case of the previous two volumes of this series, I would
once again recommend to everyone perusing and investigating the
material shared in this volume, to consider commencing any study
of Kabbalistic material by sitting in a restful, peaceful manner, and
then, with eyes shut for a minute or so, to meditate on these words:
Open my eyes so that I may perceive the wonders of Your
teaching.
In this regard, it is important to whisper the phrase repeatedly as
you allow yourself to sense, as it were, in a feeling manner, the
meaning of the words you are uttering. It is important not to
attempt any mental analysis or deliberation on the meaning of the
actual words being contemplated. Again, they should be simply
repeated several times, whilst allowing yourself to feel the
meaning of the phrase within yourself. As stated previously,31 it is
a good idea to read a section in its entirety, without trying to
perceive any specific meaning, then to pause for a few seconds, and
afterwards attempt to understand within yourself the general
meaning of what was being said. In this way you begin to fulfill an
important teaching of Kabbalah, which tells you to unite two
worldsthe inner and the outer within your own Being. By
allowing yourself to feel the meaning of what you are reading,
you learn to surrender to the words. You open yourself, again
fulfilling one of the requirements of Kabbalistic study, which is to
surrender the me, the ego, and to remove arrogance and bias.
You simply attempt to sense with your being what is being
portrayed in the section you are perusing. This act is a serious step
on the path of perfecting ones personality, because it stops the
expansion of the ego, and increases chances of obtaining True
Knowledge.
***
I simply cannot conclude this introduction to The Book of Seals
and Amulets, without offering due acknowledgment to my dear
Friends and Companions for the enormous input I have received
over the two years of writing this text. This volume is dedicated to
my wife Gloria, Orelima, Light of the Mother God, to whom
Introduction / xi
I offer my deepest gratitude for the enormous love and
thoughtfulness that characterise her life and being. For more than
three decades I have benefitted from the loving care my body,
mind, soul and spirit have received from this remarkable lady who
brought me to the full realisation that the Chalice of the
Mysteries is indeed her heart!
I need to again acknowledge my beloved mentor, William
G. Gray, who opened my inner eyes to esoteric mysteries, and
offer again my most heartfelt appreciation to my South African
Friends and Companions, in Johannesburg Norma Cosani, Gidon
Fainman, John Jones, Geraldine Talbot, Francois le Roux, Ian
Greenspan, Gerhardus Muller, Ryan Kay, Simon ORegan; in
Durban Marq and Penny Smith; and in Pretoria Carlien Steyn,
Magriet Engelbrecht, Helene Vogel and Gerrit Viljoen, all of
whom have illuminated my darkness with their insightful
comments and queries. I further offer my profound appreciation to
my fellow Sangreal Sodality Companions living around the globe,
Marcus Claridge in Scotland, Hamish Gilbert in Poland, Bence
Bodnar and little Vilmosh Bodnar in Budapest, Elizabeth and
Warwick Bennet in Australia, and all my Companions everywhere
whose Identities are known unto Omniscience alone, as well as
my Fellow Questers on our internet forums whose curiosity
greatly contributed to the material shared in this volume.
I would once again like to offer my heartfelt thanks to my
very dear friend Jonathan Helper who again helped me translate
obscure Hebrew writings, and to Uri Raz who shared with me his
knowledge of Practical Kabbalah. In conclusion, I wish to
express my most profound gratitude to Simon ORegan whose
insightful questions inspired much of the material shared in this
tome, and who participated directly in the creation of several of the
illustrations employed in this work, and to Norma Cosani who
perused the draft in the greatest detail, corrected that which
needed rectification, and who once again rid this work of
ambiguities.
Happy Reading!
Jacobus Swart
Johannesburg
January 2014
Chapter 1
Levanah Moon
SACRED NAMES
IN
HEBREW AMULETS
he employment of amulets for protection against
malevolence of all sorts; or to promote physical, mental and
spiritual health; or to generate happiness in matters of the
heart; etc., is a global phenomenon. It is not restricted to one nation
or, for that matter, to single religious communities, but can be
viewed to be quite central to the spiritual traditions of the world
since the earliest days of human self awakening.1 Furthermore,
amulets and talismans have maintained their central position in
global religions, despite the vociferous protestations of the clergy,
be they Jewish, Christian or Muslim.
One simply cannot inform all and sundry regarding the
primary holiness of a sacred text, i.e. the Bible, etc., and then
attempt to stop a mother considering that declared holy book to
be a most powerful talisman and employing it as such, e.g. placing
written portions of it in the cot of her baby in times of desperate
need. In this regard, it was reported that amongst the North African
Jewish communities the Sefer ha-Zohar, virtually the bible of
Kabbalah, was employed as an infallible remedy for their ills
which they placed under the pillow of a sick patient or under the
bed of a barren woman.2 Furthermore, one cannot expect that a
Divine Name, the holiness of which inspires the greatest awe,
should not be considered powerful enough to banish the greatest
evil which might beset humankind.
We might also note that there has been a lot of, as it were,
cross fertilisation of ideas amongst the nations, especially when
they reside in close proximity of one another. Hence, we find great
similarity between the talismanic traditions of Jewish and Islamic
magic. A commentator noted laconically that the rabbis were
2 / The Book of Seals & Amulets

powerless to control these manifestations of ideas that had grown
out of the centuries-long interaction of Berber, Jewish and Arab
credulity and superstition. He further noted that all believed in
the efficacy of talismans and in all the protective devices against
the occult powers such as ritual phrases that included the mention
of Gods name, of fishes, of the protective hand and the figure
five.3 I hope to address these and other devices employed in
Hebrew amulets, and, in this regard, commence with a perusal of
some of the important Divine Names employed in Kameot
(amulets).
A. ynd)Adonai
The Divine Name Adonai is employed in a variety of ways in
Jewish mysticism, magic and meditation, but in the current
instance we will focus specifically on its use in Hebrew amulets. In
this regard, it is worth noting that this Divine Name corresponds to
Malchut (Kingdom) on the sefirotic tree,4 and there are further
interesting considerations regarding this attribution which are
addressed elsewhere in this tome.
Now, whilst the Divine Name ynd) (Adonai) is rarely
employed on its own in Hebrew amulets, it often appears conjointly
with other Divine Names, e.g. the Ineffable Name (YHVH); Ehyeh;
portions of the Forty-two Letter Name of God and the Name of
Seventy-two Names, etc.5 Amongst the few occurrences in which
this Divine Name is singularly employed in a chotam (magic seal),
is in the following Kamea (amulet) in which the twenty-four
permutations of Adonai are combined into a magic seal for the
purpose of alleviating infertility in women. The said permutations
appear in various formats of which the following order is correct:
ndy)
dny) dyn)
ydn)
nyd)
ynd)
yn)d
ny)d n)yd
)nyd
y)nd
)ynd
)ydn
y)dn yd)n
dy)n
)dyn
d)yn
d)ny
)dny )ndy
n)dy
dn)y
nd)y
Sacred Names in Hebrew Amulets / 3

As said, this magic seal is employed as an aid in curing a barren
woman of her sterility, and in this regard, the instruction is to
inscribe the square comprising the twenty-four permutations in the
format of the listed magic word square.6 Since this chotam
(magic seal) is understood to receive an influx of power from the
Name of Seventy-two Names, we are informed to state the
purpose of the amulet below the magic seal, and to do this in the
name of the Seventy-two Names of Chesed (Loving-kindness).
Hence the latter Divine Name should be listed in full in the item.
We are further told to also reference the combination wyr
in the Kamea. This special Name, pertaining to both Chesed
(Mercy) and Gevurah (Strength), is said to battle the Klipot
(demonic shards). The gematria of this peculiar Hebrew letter
combination is 216, which we are told relates to the 216 letters of
the Name of Seventy-Two Names. It is also said that the entire
construct comprising the magic seal, pertains to the word rwby(
(Iburimpregnation or gestation), this being the fundamental
purpose of the amulet in question. As it is, the gematria of this
word is 288, i.e. 4 x 72, hence this term is also included in the
amulet we are addressing.
In conclusion, there are further instructions to add Genesis
21:1 as well as Genesis 30:22 to the amulet, these verses being
traditionally employed in Jewish magic to promote fertility and to
ease childbirth. Respectively they read:
#(yw rm) r#)k hr# t) dqp hwhyw (Genesis 21:1)
rbd r#)k hr#l hwhy
Transliteration:
vYHVH pakad et Sarah kaasher amar vayaas YHVH
lSarah kaasher diber.
Translation:
And YHVH remembered Sarah as He had said, and YHVH
did unto Sarah as He had spoken.
(m#yw lxr t) Myhl) rkzyw (Genesis 30:22)
hmxr t) xtpyw Myhl) hyl)
Transliteration:
vayizkor Elohim et Rachel vayishma eileha Elohim
vayiftach et rachmah

Translation:
And Elohim remembered Rachel, and Elohim hearkened to
her, and opened her womb.
Whilst this amulet against infertility in women is perhaps
somewhat difficult to construct, the following simpler Kamea is
equally employed to encourage fertility as well as pregnancy:
wy
)lhq
#+y
rm
Kk
h)
zgx
bgl
hlkd
ym
dyl)
hbh)
ynwnxb
why
wy
Nh
)lh
#w(r
hm
Nb
h)
hnx
dglw
hlm
m
ydyl)
)b)
hnwn)b
yhy
In this instance we are told that if a woman should find herself

battling to fall pregnant, the said amulet should be written and
suspended on her person, e.g. like a pendant. It is said she will get
pregnant in no time at all.7
It is somewhat difficult ascertaining the exact meaning of
the words and Hebrew letter combinations in each section. The first
terms in the two upper rightmost columns read hlkd hbh)
(Ahavah dKalah love for the bride), whilst the first two words
similarly located in the lower construct read hlm )b), perhaps
Aba milah (the word (promise or circumcision) of the father). Be
that as it may, the upper construct clearly pertains to the
empowerment of a woman, whilst the lower one is doing the same
for the man in her life.
B. hyh) Ehyeh
The Divine Name hyh) (Ehyeh), as well as the full biblical
expression hyh) rh# hyh) (Ehyeh asher EhyehI am that I
am or I will be what I will be) (Exodus 3:14), appear in Hebrew
amulets. The letters comprising this Divine Name are sometimes

arranged in the shape of letter squares, as shown in the following
two versions of the Ehyeh square:8
h a
h a
h a
I am addressing letter and word squares in greater detail in the

next chapter, and the Ehyeh square is equally discussed elsewhere
in this work in terms of its usual employment in conjunction with
other Divine Names, magic squares, etc. In this regard, it should be
noted that the four letters comprising hyh) (Ehyeh) are often
combined in a chotam (magic seal) with the four letters of the
Ineffable Name for amuletic purposes:
h a
This letter square is sometimes employed singularly on the front of

an amulet, whilst the back of the construct would comprise the
name of the owner. It is understood that the special magical
qualities of these Divine Names employed conjointly in this magic
square will benefit the one whose name is written on its rear.
However, the said magic square is often employed conjointly with
the Name hyh) (Ehyeh), holy writ, etc., as shown in the following
Kamea for the promotion of pregnancy:9
We are informed the Kamea should be written by a Sofer (scribe)

who is pure in mind, body and soul. The amulet should be
inscribed in clean, clearly written Hebrew lettering on a kosher
scroll, and the following statement is vocalised prior to writing the
Kamea:

)b+ )dgb )tb+ )t(#b t(zh (ymq btwk ynyrh
[tynwlp tb tynwlp] h#)h rwb( )ym# Nm )tws)l
[ynwlp Nb ynwlp] t#)
Transliteration:
Hareini kotev kamea ha-zot bshata tovta bgada tava
lasvata min shmaya avur ha-ishah [.....Plonit bat
Plonit.....] eshet [.....Ploni ben Ploni.....]
Translation:
I am writing this amulet in an auspicious time, for good
health from heaven for this woman [.....fill in the name of
the female recipient.....], wife of [.....fill in the name of her
husband.....]
This is followed by writing the Kamea in question, of which the
adjuration at the top reads:
h#)h l( Mxrt# hyh) r#) hyh) Kynplm Nwcr yhy
hl(bm Nwyrh bwrqb hl Nttw [tynwlp tb tynwlp]
My#wdqh twm#h xkb )myq l# (rzb [ynwlp Nb ynwlp]
l)y#m# K)lmh ydy l( hl)h
Transliteration:
Yhi ratzon milfanecha Ehyeh asher Ehyeh shetrachem al
ha-ishah [.....Plonit bat Plonit.....] vtiten la bkarov
herayon mibaalah [.....Ploni ben Ploni.....] bzera shel
kayama bkoach ha-shemot ha-kadoshim ha-eleh al ydei
ha-malach Shamshiel
Translation:
May it be your will Ehyeh asher Ehyeh [I am that I am] to
have mercy on the woman [.....fill in the name of the
female.....] and soon grant her pregnancy from her husband
[.....fill in the name of the male.....] with his existent seed
[sperm], in the power of these Holy Names through the
angel Shamshiel
Below this incantation we trace a set of Divine Names which,
whilst I have yet to find an elucidation of their origin, appear to be

derived from biblical phrases in the usual manner, i.e. the capitals
or concluding letters of words, these being in the current instance:
h(hh whw hbw wh) wwp )lw ))w )bw z)b )bbh ))w
zlh h h h d(w xcn hls Nm) twh)wbhcy hyylhk)
The concluding phrase in the third line plainly reads Omein Selah
Netzach Vaed (Amen, Enduring (Victory), Selah, Forever). This is
followed by the triple presentation of the letter h, the
monogrammaton or Single Letter Name of God, of which we are
told in kabbalistic amulets is often repeated,10 each being a
representation of the Ineffable Name. This is in turn succeeded by
the concluding name zlh (vocalised heilaze). This Name was
derived from three words in Genesis 47:23 reading (rz Mkl )h
(hei lachem zera here is seed for you).11
In conclusion we are instructed that when the construction
of the Kamea is concluded, the object should be located in a little
metal container which is in turn to be placed in a small leather
pouch. This item should then be suspended around the neck of the
woman in such a way, that it rests between her breasts. However,
it should be noted that this item is to be carried on her person only
during her so-called pure days. In other words, it has to be
removed from her person during menstruation.12
The earlier mentioned Divine Name zlh (heilaze) is
considered to have in itself the power to aid a barren woman to fall
pregnant. In this regard, we are told that another Kamea can be
constructed from sixteen silver coins collected from sixteen women
who have not suffered any difficulty during childbirth, and of
whose male offspring none has perished. The sixteen coins are
passed on to a Jewish silversmith or jeweller, who has to convert
them into a single round plate comprising no impurities.13
However, prior to working the coins into the mentioned
round silver disc, the jeweller himself must be purified, i.e. visit a
Mikveh (ritual bath), wear a fresh clean garment, and it is stated
that his clothing is not to touch the silver plate at any time. Having
prepared himself in this manner, the silversmith has to engrave on

the front side of the silver plate a single, large letter h (Heh), i.e.
the Monogrammaton which is said to have a peculiar holy
status,14 and which is extensively employed in Hebrew amulets.
On the rear of the disc is engraved the full phrase (rz Mkl )h
(hei lachem zera). Elsewhere in this tome we refer to the same
phrase and procedure being applied for the very same purpose in
terms of the Magic Square of the Seventh Order.
In the current instance the silver disc is afterwards located
inside three bags. The first is made from white silk, the second
from linen, and the third again from white silk, all sewn up with
white cotton thread. Having located the Kamea inside the white
silk bag, which is in turn placed inside the linen bag, and then
located inside the third white silk bag, it is afterwards hung around
the neck of the barren woman on the third (Tuesday) or the sixth
day (Friday) of the week.15
C. hwhyIneffable Name
In the Sefer Raziel, hwhy (YHVH), the #rwpmh M# (Shem haMeforashIneffable Name), the most sacred Divine Name, is
termed the beginning of all the Divine Names, whether the latter
refer to the most elevated, i.e. Divine Names which cannot be
erased, or to the lower, secondary type.16 The secret of the
Ineffable Name is said to pertain to Adam, the primordial male
(rkzzachar), and Eve, the primordial female (hbqnnkeivah)
of Genesis. In fact, we are told that the four letters comprising
hwhy (YHVH), the lofty and awesome Name, afford us knowledge
of our primordial ancestral origination.17
I believe the real secret of the Ineffable Name is the
concept of hbh) (Ahavahlove). The numerical value
(gematria) of the latter term is 13 [) = 1 + h = 5 + b = 2 + h = 5
= 13]. Regarding the nature of love we are told that one love
added to another two lovers equals 26.18 This is the
gematria of hwhy [y = 10 + h = 5 + w = 6 + h = 5 = 26]. Truly it
has been said that two people in love participate in a Divine
experience.19

Since it is considered the most powerful Divine Name in
existence, the Ineffable Name is included in numerous amulets for
a variety of purposes of both the constructive and destructive kind.
In this regard, the following magical activity may be considered a
misapplication of the Tetragrammaton, yet it should be understood
that this Unique Name is considered the most potent force
determining the outcome of any honourable purpose, so why
should it not be employed for purposes of effective resistance to,
for example, the military might of crazed dictators, etc.? Whilst
such a defensive measure might turn out to be destructive, it could
equally be enormously beneficial in the preservation of the life and
limb of oneself and ones kin. Hence it should come as no surprise
that the magical applications of the Ineffable Name include the
following chotam (magical seal) employed as a defense against an
enemy at war:
This seal appears to be the Ineffable Name written in magical

script, but I have not been able to ascertain the exact magical
alphabet it might have been derived from. However, in terms of the
talismanic use of this magical image, we are told it has the power
to destroy the camp of the enemy in war situations.20
To affect this outcome, one has to collect four fairly large
stones from a dirt road or cobblestone track. On each of these
stones is inscribed the magical seal conjointly with specific
phrases. On the first stone is written (Exodus 15:3):
s~ss )~)) hy d(w Mlw(l wm# hwhy hmxlm #y) hwhy
Transliteration:
YHVH ish milchamah YHVH shemo lolam vaed Yah
Omein Omein Omein Selah Selah Selah
Translation:
YHVH is a man of war, YHVH is His Name throughout
eternity Yah Amen Amen Amen Selah Selah Selah

On the second is written the portion from Isaiah 41:2 reading
wbrx rp(k Nty (yiten keafar charvohis sword maketh them
as the dust), whilst on the third is inscribed another portion of the
same verse reading wt#q Pdn #qk (Kkash nidaf kashtohis
bow as the driven stubble), and on the fourth stone the opening
phrase from Psalm 11:2 reading Nwkrdy My(#rh hnh yk (Ki
hineh harshaim yidrchunFor, lo, the wicked bend the bow).
Having written the magical seal on all four stones conjointly with
their respectively associated biblical phrases, the task is completed
by casting the rocks into the arena of the enemy.21 Curiouser and
curiouser! cried Alice.....!
Curiously enough, the letters comprising the opening
portion of Exodus 15:3, are intertwined with a portion of the
Forty-two Letter Name of God, and a section of Numbers 21:14,
in order to create the following Kamea, utilised for the purpose of
bringing about justice in the most powerful manner possible:22
Starting with the top row reading horizontally from right to left, the
first letters in each block spell the opening phrase from Exodus
15:3 reading hwhy hmxlm #y) hwhy (YHVH ish milchamah
YHVHYHVH is a man of war YHVH). Reading the second
letters similarly spells a portion of the Forty-two Letter Name of
God, i.e. c r+b #ky dgn n+# (rq (karo satan nagida
yeicheisha bitaro tza). Lastly, the third letters in each block, when
again read horizontally from right to left, reveal the segment of
Numbers 21:14 reading [t]mxlm rpsb rm)y Nk l( (al ken
yeamar bsefer milcham[ot]wherefore it is said in the book of
the war[s]).

We are informed that the Hebrew characters m and x,
appearing in the words hmxlm (milchamahwar) and tmxlm
(milchamot wars), and which conjointly spell the Hebrew
word for hot (MxCham), are particularly potent in triggering
the intense heat (Mwxmmichom) of Divine Judgment.
Furthermore, the sixteen tri-letter Divine Names formed from the
intertwining of the said verses and the Forty-two Letter Name,
are said to indicate the sixteen edges of the correcting sword of
the Holy One, blessed be He.23 I have previously made some
reference to the remarkable powers of the sixteen-edged divine
sword, with particular reference to its special potency to diminish
the powers of the pestilence and other mazikin (malevolent forces)
and the granting of a meaningful life.24
Be that as it may, another interesting application of the
Tetragrammaton in Hebrew amulets, pertains to the so called
Twelve Letter Name of God, i.e. the twelve permutations of the
Ineffable Name, or Twelve Banners, which is in this instance
arranged in a magic square.25 In this regard, the following order is
correct:
hhwy
whhy
hwhy
wyhh
hywh
yhwh
hhyw
yhhw
hyhw
ywhh
hwyh
whyh
We are informed that this magical glyph has wondrous powers,

amongst which is said to be great pleasure and joviality;
strengthening of virility; and special protection against injurious
forces.26 .....
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9. yyc#(Ashtzei (also Oshotziyiyi)

This Divine Name is very important in Hebrew amulets. It
comprises the five letters respectively succeeding the five
occurrences of the Ineffable Name (YHVH) in Psalm 121, i.e. (
(Ayin) verse 2; # (Shin) and c (Tzadi) verse 5; and the two letters
y (Yod) from verses 7 and 8. The power of this Divine Name is said
to be vast and mighty, i.e. subduing outsiders (demonic forces);
restraining the mouth that curses; etc. There are also five important
angels aligned with the five letters of the Name yyc#( (Ashtzei),
i.e. l)yrz( (Azriel); l)yr# (Sariel); l)yqdc (Tzadkiel);
l)r#y (Yisrael) and l)yrdhy (Yhadriel).
We are further told the gematria of yyc#( (Ashtzei [( =
70 + # = 300 + c = 90 + y = 10 + y = 10 = 480]) is equal to that
of tylyl (Lilit [l = 30 + y = 10 + l = 30 + y = 10 + t = 400 =
480]). It is said that the secret here is the protection of the Brit
Milah (Holy Covenant [circumcised penis]) against impurities and
spontaneous seminal flow, i.e. nocturnal emissions.98 Talking of
seminal flow, I am reminded of the following Kamea in which
the Name yyc#(, in this instance vocalised Oshotziyiyi, is
employed in conjunction with the Divine Name dkrmc
(Tzamarchad); Mysnwyd Myspsp Mtsp Mtqn) (Anaktam
Pastam Paspasim Dionsim [Twenty-two Letter Name]); and
Klk Khwy (Yohach Kalach). The Names of twenty angels are
added to the mix, meant to support and protect a woman who
suffers miscarriages and whose children are dying.99 The twenty
angels listed in alphabetical order in the Kamea are:
l)ydwd
l)ydsx
l)yklm
l)y+lp
l)yrm#
l)ydwdg
l)yrwhz
l)ydwbk
l)yrz(
l)ymxr
l)ykwrb
l)yqtw
l)ypwy
l)yrts
l)y#wdq
l)yrw)
l)yrdh
l)ybw+
l)yrwn
l)yqdc

Transliteration:
Oriel
Hadriel
Tuviel
Nuriel
Tzadkiel
Baruchiel
Vatakiel
Yofiel
Satariel
Kdoshiel
Gdodiel
Zehoriel
Kvodiel
Azriel
Rachmiel
Dodiel
Chasdiel
Malchiel
Palatiel
Shamriel
The amulet is written on deerskin parchment in the name of the

individual requiring this support, hence the Kamea opens with her
name written at the top of the amulet. Below the name insert the
following written incantation:
)pwr ytwb) yhl)w yhl) hwhy Kynplm Nwcr yhy
)pwr rz(n lk rzw( Mnx )pwr Nm)n )pwr Nmxr
(ymq t)#wn rwm#t# tw#(l )ylpmw r#b lk
Nylylw Nydy# yqzn lkm hn+b yrpw )yh hyl( hz
h)wbbw htklbw hmwqbw htb#b Ny#yb Nyxwrw
Nm) abbreviation] n~yk) (r hrqm lkm hbk#bw
h(r Kyl) hnw)t )l (Psalm 91:10) [Nwcr yhy Nk
lym kby lwr )tl M#b Kylh)b brqy )l (gnw
b)( wy# yk) wxb kwk ttw #(r btp yk( dbl
yt( w#yb )w)
Transliteration:
Yhi ratzon milfanecha YHVH Elohai vElohei avotai rofe
rachman rofe neeman rofe chinam ozer kol neezar rofe
kol basar vmafli lasot shtishmor noset kamea zeh aleiha
hi vpri bitnah mkol nezkei shedin vlilin vruchin bishin
vshivtah ubkumah uvlechtah uvvoah vbshichbah
mkol mikreh ra omein ken yhi ratzon (Psalm 91:10) lo
tuneh alecha raah vnega lo yikrav boholecha bshem
LTA RVL YBK MYL LBD AKY PTB RASh VTT KVK BchV
AKY ShYV AAB AVA BYShV ATY
Translation:
May it be your will YHVH my God, and God of my fathers,
merciful healer, loyal healer, gratuitous healer, helper of all
who needs aid, healer of all flesh who works wonders, to
save the one who is bearing this amulet on herself and the
fruit of her belly from all maleficent shedin (demonic
fiends), and lilin (night demons), and ruchin (ghosts), and

ishin (evil spirits), when she sits and when she rises, and
when she goes and when she comes, from all bad incidents,
Amen thus be it so willed. (Psalm 91:10) There shall no
evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy
tent, in the Name of LTA RVL YBK MYL LBD AKY PTB
RASh VTT KVK BchV AKY ShYV AAB AVA BYShV ATY
The concluding set of Divine Names was constructed from the
initials of the words comprising Psalm 91:10. This set of Divine
Names are said to have the power to defeat and eliminate all
debilitating hindrances and evil situations.100
Be that as it may, the Kamea is concluded by writing the
following letter square, seals, Divine Names and Angelic Names
below the incantation:

The Name yyc#( (Ashtzei) is sometimes paired with a companion
Divine Name Khklm (Melachaheicha), and, curiously enough, the
combined gematria of this pair of Divine Names [( = 70 + # =
300 + c = 90 + y = 10 + y = 10 + m = 40 + l = 30 + k = 20 + h
= 5 + k = 20 = 595] is again equal to the full spelling of the letters
comprising the name tylyl (Lilit [l = 30 + m = 40 + d = 4 + y
= 10 + w = 6 + d = 4 + l = 30 + m = 40 + d = 4 + y = 10 + w =
6 + d = 4 + t = 400 + ) = 1 + w = 6 = 595]).
The Divine Name Khklm (Melachaheicha) was likewise
derived from Psalm 121, i.e. from the concluding letters of the five
Hebrew words preceding the five appearances of the Ineffable
Name in this Psalm, and this important Divine Name combination
is employed in a ritual to protect a house against thieves. In this
regard, one is instructed to collect five small stones from a road,
which have to be washed until they are thoroughly cleansed. Next
the entire Psalm 121 is pronounced five times over the stones
whilst keeping the Divine Name construct Khklm yyc#( (Ashtzei
Melachaheicha) firmly focussed in ones mind. We are informed
this action will cancel and exhaust the power of thieves intending
to invade ones personal space. Psalm 121 reads:
Ny)m Myrhh l) yny( )#) twl(ml ry# [verse 1]
yrz( )by
Cr(w Mym# h#( [hwhy] yy M(m yrz( [verse 2]
Krm# Mwny l) Klgr +wml Nty l) [verse 3]
l)r#y rmw# N#yy )lw Mwny )l ynh [verse 4]
dy l( Klc [hwhy] yy Krm# [hwhy] yy [verse 5]
Knymy
hlylb xryw hkky )l #m#h Mmwy [verse 6]
K#pn t) rm#y (r lkm Krm#y [hwhy] yy [verse 7]
d(w ht(m K)wbw Kt)c rm#y [hwhy] yy [verse 8]
Mlw(
Transliteration:
[verse 1] shir lamaalot esa einai el heharim meayin yavo
ezri:
[verse 2] ezri meim YHVH oseh shamayim varetz:

[verse 3] al yiten lamot raglecha al yanum shomrecha:
[verse 4] Hinei lo yanum vlo yishan shomer yisrael
[verse 5] YHVH shomrecha YHVH tzilcha al yad
yeminecha:
[verse 6] Yomam ha-shemesh lo yakekah vyareiach
balailah:
[verse 7] YHVH yishmorcha mikol ra yishmor et
nafshecha:
[verse 8] YHVH yishmor tzeitcha uvoecha meiatah vaed
olam.
Translation:
[verse 1] A Song of Ascents. I will lift up mine eyes unto
the mountains: from whence shall my help come?
[verse 2] My help cometh from YHVH, who made heaven
and earth.
[verse 3] He will not suffer thy foot to be moved; He will
not slumber that keepeth thee.
[verse 4] Behold, He that keepeth Israel doth neither
slumber nor sleep
[verse 5] YHVH is thy keeper; YHVH is thy shade upon thy
right hand.
[verse 6] By day the sun shall not smite, nor the moon by
night.
[verse 7] YHVH shall keep thee from all evil; He shall keep
thy soul.
[verse 8] YHVH shall guard thy going out and thy coming
in, from this time forth and for ever.
Afterwards one has to ascend the roof of ones residence or other
property, and with all ones power cast four of the stones
respectively in the four directions, i.e. one to the East, another to
the North, etc. The fifth stone is to be kept in a box.101
10. q+rwcTzurtak [also Tzortak]

As I indicated elsewhere,102 it is said the Name q+rwc (also
qtrwc [Tzurtak]) was derived from the concluding letters of
words in Deuteronomy 32:3, and from the initial letters of certain
words in Psalm 119, as shown below:
rwch (Deuteronomy 32:3)

)wh r#yw qydc lw( Ny)w hnwm) l) +p#m
h)r.....Kytwd(b hrbd)w.....Kytwd( qdc (Psalm 119)
bl lkb yt)rq.....t(dw M(+ bw+.....yyn(
wykrd lk yk wl(p Mymt
Transliteration:
(Deuteronomy 32:3) ha-Tzur tmim poolo ki kol drachav
mishpat El emunah vein avel tzadik vyashar hu.
(Psalm 119) Tzedek eidotecha.....vadabrah beidotecha
.....reih onyi.....tuv taam va-daat.....karati vchol lev.
Translation:
(Deuteronomy 32:3) The Rock, His work is perfect; for all
His ways are justice; a God of faithfulness and without
iniquity, just and right is He.
(Psalm 119) Thy testimonies are righteous.....I will speak
of Thy testimonies.....See mine affliction.....Teach me good
knowledge.....I have called with my whole heart.
It is maintained that the Name Tzurtak is an abbreviation of
Tzurat ha-Kodesh meaning the form of the holy,103 and I noted
previously that this Name is amongst a set of Divine Names
which the early Merkavists had to utter 112 times, like a mantra,
in preparation of the Merkavistic Descent, which is, as it were, a
meditative inter-dimensional journey.104 I also noted that Tzurtak
governs the most creative aspect of man, which can engender the
very best of goodness and the greatest evil in this world, i.e. the
tongue, this Name is called upon to guard ones mouth against
uttering bad speech.105
Be that as it may, this Divine Name, like so many of the
others listed in this tome, is equally employed in Kameot for the
purpose of protecting women in childbirth and also against
premature delivery. In the following Kamea the Name q+rwc
(Tzurtak) is employed conjointly with a set of Divine and Angelic
Names, as well as the Ehyeh/Ineffable Name square, intended to
protect pregnant women against miscarriage and other afflictions
which might beset the unborn.106
l)yndb
l)yrw)
l)yrwn
l)wm#
#dqh +yb
This construct is inscribed on a metal disk conjointly with a set of

Divine Names as well as a written incantation, which is to be
suspended around the neck of the pregnant individual. The
adjuration reads:
My#wdqh Myk)lmh twxzb dsxw Mymxr M#b q+rwc
Kmdk Nm )w(r )hy hyyh y)nw hydh )y)y Myrwh+hw
[ynwlp Nb ynwlp]l twm#h wl) wrm#y# hwhy M#
hn+bb rbw(h t) Myyqlw hrwby( y#dx t)lml
trwc qynt) xkb )myyq7 l# dlw hyhyw yx wn)ycwyw
lwdgh M#h xkb Cr)w Mym# wmtxn wb# Kmtwx
wzwk zskwmb wzwk
Transliteration:
Tzurtak bshem rachamim vchesed bizchut ha-malachim
ha-kdoshim vha-tehorim YAYA HDYH VNAY HYYH yhei
raava min kadamach shem YHVH sheyishmeru eilu hashemot l[.....Ploni ben Ploni.....] lemleat chodshei iburah
vlekayem et ha-ubar bbitnah vayotzieinu chai vyiyeh

valad shel kayama bkoach Atneik tzurat chotamcha shebo
nechtemu shamayim varetz bkoach ha-shem ha-gadol
Kuzu Bmochsaz Kuzu.
Translation:
Tzurtak in the Name of mercy and loving-kindness, in the
merit of the holy and pure angels, YAYA HDYH VNAY
HYYH, may your will extend from your name YHVH, with
these names to protect [.....fill in the name of recipient.....]
for the months of pregnancy, keeping the foetus in her
stomach and to bring it forth alive, and to be brought into
existence by the power of Atneik, the pattern of the magical
seal signed in heaven and earth in the power of the great
name Kuzu Bmochsaz Kuzu.
Instructions list the first set of four Divine Names in the written
incantation to be )yhh )ynw hydh )yhy, but the current
presentation is correct. Closer inspection of what is termed the
great and awesome Name, i.e. hyyh y)nw hydh )y)y, clearly
reveals these Divine Names to have been created by intertwining
the four letters comprising four very potent Divine Names. The
first letters of the four Names spell hwhy; the second ynd); the
third y)yy; and the four concluding letters spell hyh). We are told
their power is brought to bear by means of prayer and fasting.107
The curious Name y)yy comprising the third portion of the
Divine Name construct under consideration, was derived from the
initials of the opening words of Psalm 67 verse 4 [5] wxm#y
(yishmchu be glad); 6 [5] Kwdwy (yoduchathanks unto
Thee); 7 [6] Cr) (aretzearth); and verse 8 [7] wnkrby
(yvarcheinu bless us). Interestingly enough, the Divine Name
in question is the concluding portion of y)yyyl), a very special
Divine Name constructed from the initials of the first words of
Psalm 67:2 [1] to 8 [7]. In this regard, the three additional letters
at the beginning of the Divine Name were derived from verse 2 [1]
Myhl) (Elohim); verse 3[2] t(dl (ladaatto know); and
verse 4 [3] Kwdwy (yoduchathanks unto Thee).
Now, we are told the said Divine Name pertains to the
wonders of the sacred incense (ktoret).108 Be that as it may, since
Psalm 67 is of major importance in Hebrew amulets, I will be
addressing it in great detail later in this tome.
11. dkrmcTzamarchad (also Tzemirochda; etc.)

The Name dkrmc (Tzamarchad) was derived from the concluding
letters of the first five verses of Genesis chapter 1. Readers might
recall the misspelled version of this Divine Name on an amulet
published in Henry Cornelius Agrippas Occult Philosophy. He
claimed that this Divine Name as well as its sister equivalent,
wwwwb (Bvvavava) which was derived from the initials of the same
verses in the Book of Genesis, are employed against the
affrightments and mischief of evil spirits and men, and what
dangers soever, either of journey, waters, enemies, arms.....and by
this Ligature they say that a man shall be free from all mischiefes,
if so be that he firmly beleeveth in God the creator of all things.109
The Name Tzamarchad engraved on a silver disk,
sometimes conjointly with wwwwb (Bvvavava) or l)n#dg
(Gdashniel), is indeed good for protection against all sorts of
danger.110 As mentioned elsewhere, this Name is employed,
amongst other purposes, to bring confusion in the mind of the
individual against whom it is directed.111
As it is, dkrmc (Tzamarchad) is called the Name of the
Wing (Edge) and its secret is said to be the beauty of the
Supreme Mother, i.e. the Shechinah, and it should be noted that
this Divine Name is also employed to encourage fertility in
women.112 However, the Divine Name in question is mainly
employed as a protection against attacks from belligerent beings.
In this regard, the following Kamea is written on a deerskin scroll
for this very purpose:

This amulet comprises the Divine Name dkrmc (Tzamarchad)
located centrally, the Name Khwy (Yohach) along the four borders,
and wzwk (Kuzu) at the cross-borders. In order to affectuate the
Kamea, it is pinned to the hem or an edge of a garment, which is
simply shaken in the direction of whatever possible assailant may
come your way.113
The following Kamea is a more complex version of the
amulet under discussion. It is also intended to protect one against
physical assault, i.e. from aggressive animals and hostile people. It
should be written on a Friday, i.e. the eve of Shabbat, on a deerskin
parchment or clean sheet of paper, in the name of the intended
bearer. As shown below, the item comprises a double border:
wzwk zskwmb wzwk

#dq tycmt wwwwb
l)yrw) l)ynp My#dq
)lg) hyp+p+
tycmcm
dkrmc
dkrmc
dkrmc
dkrmc
We are reminded that the one who intends writing the amulet
should be purified in a ritual bath (Mikveh). Afterwards the Kamea
is written in the name of the individual for whom it is intended. In
this regard, commence by saying the Vihi noam prayer. This
prayer comprises the concluding verse of Psalm 90 and the whole
of Psalm 91, reading.....
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Chapter 2
Kochav Mercury
LETTER, WORD
&
NUMBER SQUARES
A. Letter Squares
here are literally hundreds of Letter, Word and Number
Squares to be found in Jewish Magic and Practical
Kabbalah. Whilst a very large number of these peculiar
items are addressed in primary literature, e.g. Shorshei ha-Shemot
by Moses Zacutto,1 etc., many Magic Squares, unlisted in these
texts, were written or engraved on Hebrew amulets.2 Such items
range from simple squares comprising nothing more than a couple
of Hebrew glyphs, to very complex constructs comprised of entire
biblical verses. They are used as Kameot for an equally great
variety of purposes, ranging from the most sacred to the most
mundane.
The employment of Letter, Word and Number
Squares for magical purposes necessitates certain procedures.
Firstly, such items are written on a variety of clean surfaces, e.g.
pottery; deerskin; virgin parchment; clean paper; cloth, in some
instances even secretly on the hems of garments; etc. Otherwise
they are engraved on metal surfaces, e.g. pendants, rings, bracelets,
etc.3 Secondly, depending on the fundamental intentions behind the
use of a specific Kamea, these items are carried around the neck,
wrist, or tied to the upper arm; pinned inside clothing; wrapped in
cottonwool, the latter having been magically enhanced with
fragrant oils; hung inside a room or affixed to the front entrance of
a residence; etc. Sometimes the writing is dissolved in a glass of
water, to be consumed afterwards by the individual requiring their
aid; burned with incense; etc. However, more often than not
written Kameot, or those inscribed on thin metal plates, are carried
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rolled up inside talisman holders, the latter often comprising
beautifully handtooled metal tubes.4
We might also note that in some instances there are
instructions regarding the empowerment of amulets. In this
regard, I have perused details pertaining to the personalisation of
these objects by placing a small drop of blood from its bearer on
the back of the amulet. I am equally aware of special spiritual
techniques in which Ruchaniyyut (spiritual force) is directed into
an amulet via ones body and hands.
Now, to commence our perusal of letter squares, let us
consider two interesting examples. The opening Kamea comprises
the first, third, fifth, seventh and ninth letters of the Hebrew
alphabet arranged in a five by five grid. In this instance the four
letters comprising the second amulet, were respectively added to
the upper and lower corners of the construct. This Kamea is
utilised as protection against epidemics, but I am aware of an
instance in which it was used to calm a raging fever.
I understand the original version of this consisted of only the letter

square comprised of the first five odd letters of the Hebrew
Alphabet, and that the four alternate even letters, i.e. b, d, w and x,
were later added to the four corners of the construct.5
A somewhat more elaborate version of the same letter
square locates the names of the four great Archangels of the
quarters, i.e. Gavriel (top), Michael (bottom), Rafael (right) and
Oriel [Auriel] (left), along the edges of the construct. As shown

below, the letter pairs adjacent the front and rear of the names of
the angels Oriel and Rafael, respectively read tm)h (ha-emet)
and Klmh (ha-melech), conjointly translating the Truth of the
King.
We are informed that this Kamea should be written on a kosher

scroll in ashurit, and that it should be located with a bit of the herb
Rue inside a red silk pouch. The herb should be cut with a golden
coin or disc on a Wednesday prior to sunrise while the moon is still
shining, and during a period when the moon is in the ascent, i.e.
from New Moon to Full Moon.
Prior to cutting the herb, one has to recite Deuteronomy
6:49 reading:.....
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2. Magic Square of the Fourth Order

As might be expected, it becomes a lot more complex with the
larger squares, and what the general readership of western magical
literature might consider to be standard formulas, could turn out
to be quite different. As a case in point, consider for example the
square of the fourth order, which is again presented in Cornelius
Agrippas ever popular Three Books Of Occult Philosophy60 in
the following manner:
4
14
15
dy w+
12
by
11
10
)y
16
13
wy
gy
Agrippa attributed the following sigils pertaining to the planet

Jupiter, as well as the associated serving spirit and subservient
spirit to the fourfold square.
Seal of qdc
(TzedekJupiter)
l)yp[w]hy
(Yofiel)
l)msh
(Hismael)
Whilst it is quite easy to see how the Saturn Seal was derived
from its associated Magic Square, it is somewhat more difficult
to similarly trace the derivations of the remainder of the seven
planetary sigils. This being said, recent analysis affords us some
insight into the origins of these curious glyphs.61
As shown below, there are again a variant set of magical
seals associated with the Jupiter square, these being listed in the
earlier mentioned Mazalot vGoralot:62
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Letter, Word & Number Squares / 133
The rightmost seal is listed as the symbol of Jupiter in the earlier

mentioned Picatrix,63 and is employed in conjunction with the
standard fourfold square in the following amulet delineated in the
Toldot Adam:64
dy w+
by
)y
wy
gy
In this regard, we are instructed to inscribe the magic square as

well as the mentioned symbol on a plate constructed from tin or
lead. According to the instruction the metal plate must not
comprise a mix of metals, but must be absolutely pure. Likewise,
the individual creating the amulet should be purified by taking a
ritual bath prior to writing the Kamea. The writing should be
ashurit, and these should be embossed in exact Hebrew letternumber order. In fact, the entire construct must be embossed on
both sides of the amulet. All of this is done on the fifth day of the
week, i.e. Thursday the day of Jupiter, preferably not on the ninth
or tenth day of the month, and definitely not after the fourteenth
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day. The Kamea is afterwards located inside a little pouch, which
is then hung on the wall above the bed.
Now, the author of the alchemical Esh Mtzaref,65 the
Toldot Adam by Elijah Baal Shem Tov,66 and many amulets of
both the paper and metal varieties, such as those presented in
Hebraeische Amulette mit Magischen Zahlenquadraten by W.
Ahrens;67 etc., are in total agreement with Agrippas presentation
of the current magic square. However, there are so me variants
like the following example from the earlier mentioned manuscript
titled Mazalot vGoralot.68 The same format also appears in
Hebraeische Amulette mit Magischen Zahlenquadraten.69
16
13
wy
gy
10
11
)y
12
by
15
14
w+
dy
As generally conceded, numbers are written in magic squares in

exact numerical order, hence in the case of the fourfold square,
which is comprised of the first 16 numbers, each row adds to 34,
and the total value of the square is 136. Even in this regard, socalled standards are not maintained throughout, and there are
alternative Magic Squares of the fourfold variety in which only
certain numbers are employed. This would naturally result in
differing values, which would be in accordance with the mindset,
i.e. the magical intentions, of the one employing these magical
items. As a case in point, consider the following example:
8
13
18
gy
xy
16
15
wy
w+
19
12
+y
by
14
17
dy
zy
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In this instance the numbers 17 to 19 have been added and 9 to 11
excluded, hence each row would now add to 40, and the total
numerical value of the square is 160. This Magic Square is
employed against smallpox, especially in the protection of
youngsters, who have not yet been impacted by the disease.
However, it is also utilised in curing those who are suffering under
the onslaught of the pox. In this regard, the instruction is to write
the magic square and to suspend it on the persons of those
requiring this service.
This Magical Seal appears in Chaim Vitals Shaar
Ruach ha-Kodesh,70 and also features in a number of Jewish
magical texts, i.e. Refuah vChayim bYerushalayim,71 etc., and
again in a variety of Hebrew Amulets.72
One might consider such variant squares to be quite rare,
but they are employed fairly extensively. The following is another
interesting alternative version of the fourfold Magic Square
which is aligned with the Tetragrammaton:
8
10
12
by
11
)y
In this Magic Square, which is addressed, amongst others, in the

Shorshei ha-Shemot by Moses Zacutto,73 only the numbers 1 to
12 are employed. To complete the fourfold square, numbers 5 to 8
are repeated, hence, in this instance, the total of the square is 104,
and each row adds to 26. The total numerical value of the repeated
numbers is likewise 26, hence this Magic Square aligns with the
Ineffable Name (hwhy), the numerical value of its letters being also
26. In the case of this alternative of the four-fold square, there are
further variants as shown below:
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8
11
)y
12
by
10
12
by
11
10
)y
The first variant is discussed in Shorshei ha-Shemot,74 and the

second was addressed in the earlier mentioned Mazalot
vGoralot.75
Now let us turn our attention to one of the magical
applications pertaining to two of the alternative fourfold Magic
Squares, these being quite different from the one traditionally
attributed to Jupiter and popularised by Agrippa.76 Both of the
following chotamot belong to the same category, and the second is
purely a variant of the first:77
8
13
18
gy
xy
16
15
wy
w+
19
12
+y by
14
17
dy
zy
136

8
14
17
dy
zy
16
15
wy
w+
19
12
+y
by
13
18
gy
xy
In both instances the numbers 9 to 11 are not included in the

Magic Square, and the numbers 17 to 19 added. The numerical
value of each row comprising these squares is 40, and the total
value is 160. We are reminded that the total value of this Magic
Square is equal to the gematria (numerical value) of the words C(
(Etztree [( = 70 + c = 90 + 160]) and Mlc (Tzelem
image or likeness [c = 90 + l = 30 + m = 40 = 160]).78
Regarding their usage for magical purposes, these variants,
as can be expected, are employed for the same magical purpose in
Practical Kabbalah. We are informed that when there is an
outbreak of smallpox, measles, or anything of that ilk, all children,
and anyone else for that matter who is yet unaffected by the
epidemic, can be protected from contracting the virus inadvertently
from those infected, by simply carrying either or both of these
Magic Squares on their person. In this regard we are told to write
these magic seals on a metal plate or on a kosher parchment,
the latter being simply clean parchment or unused sheet of paper.79
We are further instructed that if you prefer to engrave the
Magic Square on a small gold plate, that this should be done in
the zodiacal period of Taleh (Aries) during the first hour of the day
at daybreak. On the other hand, if your intention is to write the
chotam on parchment, this can be done any time on a Thursday
afternoon. We are again reminded that what is important about
writing any of these Magic Squares for magical purposes, is that
the Hebrew letter/numbers should be written in ashurit, and that
their component letter/numbers should be inscribed in exact
numerical order.80
As mentioned, both squares can be employed conjointly. In
some instances the two chotamot are respectively engraved on
either side of a metal Kamea (amulet), or written next to each other
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on the same parchment, one to the left and the other to the right, or
again one at the top and the other at the bottom of the page.
Thereafter the amulet is carried like a pendant around the neck.81
The two forms of the fourfold square, i.e. the one in which
each row totals 34 and the other in which the same totals 40, are
also sometimes employed conjointly.82 It should also be noted that
the threefold and fourfold squares are equally employed conjointly
as shown in the following Kamea:83
The central four columns of the upper square comprise Divine

Names constructed from portions of sacred writ reading:
xylcm #y) yhyw Pswy t) hwhy yhyw (Genesis 39:2)
dwbkw Nx (Psalm 84:12 [13]) wnx Ntyw (Genesis 39:21)
hwhy Nty
Transliteration:
(Genesis 39:2) Vayhi YHVH et Josef vayhi ish matzliach
(Genesis 39:21) vayiten chino (Psalm 84:12 [13]) chen
vchavod yiten YHVH
Translation:
(Genesis 39:2) And YHVH was with Joseph, and he was a
prosperous man; (Genesis 39:21) and gave him favour;
(Psalm 84:12 [13]) YHVH giveth grace and glory.
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The right column of the upper square comprises the appellatives of
four Spirit Intelligences, these being l)ynx (Chaniel); l)ydsx
(Chasdiel); l)ymxr (Rachmiel);and l)ybh) (Ahaviel). On the
opposite side, we trace along the leftmost column the four Names,
i.e. l) (El), yhl) (Elohei), l)r#y (Yisrael) and )lg)
(Agalaa).
As indicated, there are three magic squares below the
upper magical seal, i.e. the regular threefold square to the right, the
earlier mentioned fourfold square which is arranged with the
gematria of each of its horizontals, columns and diagonals rows
totalling 26, thus aligning with that of the Ineffable Name. The
letter square to the left is comprised of the term dwh
(HodSplendour [h = 5 + w = 6 + d = 4 = 15]), the numerical
value of which we noted earlier aligns with the threefold square.
The Hod Square appears in the following two formats on
Hebrew amulets:
These letter squares are employed for both protection and the
increase of personal glamour, and are drawn directly on the four
walls of a room. The one to the right is placed on the east and west
walls, whilst the other on the left is located on the north and south
walls. We are told that these may also be drawn on clean paper,
which is similarly positioned. It is further said that these amulets
do not require a covering, but some sort of envelope would be
necessary when accompanying the owner on a journey.84
Now, the compounded amulet comprising the threefold,
fourfold, Hod square, etc., is said to have the power to increase
the charm and respect of the one who carries it. It is said to impact
anyone who is touched by this individual. In order to achieve the
said aim, we are instructed to draw and write the listed construct at
the top of a kosher scroll. Below it is written the following
adjuration:
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l)r#y yhl) l) l)ymxr l)ybh) l)ynx l)ydsx
Mymxrw dsxw dwbkw Nx wbh hyh) r#) hyh) )lg)
ynwlp] yny(b w) wy)wr lk yny(b [ynwlp Nb ynwlp]l
[ynwlp Nb
Transliteration:
Chasdiel Chaniel Ahaviel Rachmiel El Elohei Yisrael
Agalaa Ehyeh asher Ehyeh havu chen vkavod vchesed
vrachamim l[.....Ploni ben Ploni.....] beinei kol roav o
beinei [.....Ploni ben Ploni.....]
Translation:
Chasdiel Chaniel Ahaviel Rachmiel El Elohei Yisrael
Agalaa Ehyeh asher Ehyeh bring charm and respect and
mercy and lovingkindness to [.....fill in the name of
bearer.....] in the eyes of all who see this person or in the
eyes of [..... fill in the name of a specific individual to be
impressed in this manner.....]
It is said that all will be forthwith impacted as they are touched by
the bearer of this Kamea, who must do so whilst reciting Proverbs
5:19 three times. This verse reads:
htbh)b t( lkb Kwry hydd Nx tl(yw Mybh) tly)
dymt hg#t
Transliteration:
Ayelet ahavim vyaalat chen dadeha yravucha vchol eit
bahavatah tishgeh tamid
Translation:
A lovely hind and a graceful doe, let her breasts satisfy thee
at all times; with her love be thou ravished always.
Now, we note that the Magic Square of the Fourth Order is
attributed to the Planet Jupiter, and there is also a set of concepts,
Divine Names and angelic appellatives aligned with the fourfold
square, of which, amongst others, Agrippa and company85 listed
)b) (AbaFather [) = 1 + b = 2 + ) = 1 = 4]); b) l) (El
AvFather God [) = 1 + l = 30 + ) = 1 + b = 2= 34]);
l)yphy (Jofiel [y = 10 + h = 5 + p = 80 + y = 10 + ) = 1 + l
= 30 = 136]); and l)msh (Hismael [h = 5 + s = 60 + m = 40 +
) = 1 + l = 30 = 136]).
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The numerical values of these terms are meaningfully
related to the Jupiter square, i.e. the gematria of the term Aba
pertains to the fourfold nature of the square, and that of El Av to the
numerical value of each row, column and diagonal. As indicated
earlier, the latter two Angelic names refer to the two Spirit
Intelligences associated with Jupiter. However, there is a slight
impasse. The gematria of the Hebrew names of the listed Celestial
Intelligences aligns with the total value of the Magic Square of
the fourth order, but in the case of the appellative of the main
Planetary Spirit, the gematria fitted only after the standard spelling
of the angelic name, i.e. l)ypwy (Jofiel) was adjusted to
l)yphy. In this regard, I have been informed that the two spellings
refer to different Spirit Intelligences. I doubt that very much, and
it is curious that the listed pronunciation is Jofiel in both instances.
Be that as it may, we are told Jupiter is the source of
growing power,thus an amulet comprised of the Jupiter magic
square and associated symbol(s), will afford the ability of
obtaining wishes easily and keeping away dreadful sicknesses and
diseases.86 Regarding the Jupiter Square, Agrippa maintains that
if it be impressed upon a Silver plate with Jupiter being powerfull,
and ruling, it conduceth to gain, and riches, favor, and love, peace,
and concord, and to appease enemies, to confirm honors, dignities,
and counsels, and dissolve enchantments if it be engraven on a
corall.87 Further elaboration elsewhere instructs us to take a thin
piece of silver made on its day (Thursday) and hour, and let Jupiter
be in a favorable position. The fourfold square is then engraved on
the metal, and we have to suffumigate it with aloe wood and
ambrosia. The item is then carried on ones person, and it is
claimed that all who see you will love you, and you will succeed
in whatever you ask of them. And if you put this figure between the
feet of merchants, their business will grow. And if you put it in a
dove-cot or in a place where bees gathered, they will thrive. And
if you carry it with you, your fortune will go from good to better.
And if you place it in the seat of some prelate, his rule will last and
he will not fear his enemies.88.....
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Chapter 3
Nogah Venus
SACRED WRIT & KAMEOT
A. A River went out of Eden
n this chapter we will investigate sections of the Hebrew Bible
employed in magical practice. In ancient days two kinds of
scriptural texts were chosen for practical or magical purposes,
i.e. verses containing God-names, or referring to Divine power and
deeds, and those verses which appear to be especially aligned with
the specific condition necessitating their employment. It was
believed that these portions of scripture were filled with a celestial
power capable of affecting a definite result, when used with proper
Kavvanah, i.e. appropriate attitude, mindset and focussed intention.
It should be noted that the entire Hebrew Bible is considered to be
comprised of God-names, these being understood to be present
in every single sentence of holy writ. Thus we often encounter
magical instructions which are accompanied by the instruction to
recite this verse with its name.....
It has been written that the entire Torah is composed of the
names of God, and in consequence it has the property of saving and
protecting man.1 So, since the Torah is considered to be one,
enormous Divine Name, we might as well commence at the very
beginning Bereshit! We are told that a river went out of Eden
to water the garden; and from thence it was parted, and became
four heads [Genesis 2:10]. Tradition would have it that the
original river is the River of Life, which is channelled by its four
divisions into the whole of manifestation. These, named Pishon,
Gichon, Chedekel and Frat, have a number of specialised functions
in Jewish magical traditions, and, in the age old tradition of the
Doctrine of Signatures, are aligned with a set of unique
correspondences. The 13th century Rabbi Isaac of Akko lists some
of these in his Meirat Einayim,2 of which I think the following
will be of great interest to readers interested in Jewish magic and
the doctrines of the Western Mystery Tradition in general:
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trp
lqdx
Nwxyg
Nw#yp
Frat
Chedekel
Gichon
Pishon
Nwpc
Mwrd
br(m
xrzy,m
TzafonNorth
DaromSouth
MaaravWest
MizrachEast
rp)
xwr
#)
Mym
AfarEarth
RuachAir
EshFire
MayimWater
l)pr
l)yrw)
l)yrbg
l)kym
Rafael
Oriel
Gavriel
Michael
r#n
Md)
rw#
hyr)
NesherEagle
AdamMan
ShorBull
AryehLion
t#wxn
lzrb
bhz
Psk
NechoshetCopper
BarzelIron
ZahavGold
KesefSilver
The addition of four associated Sefirot are also listed, these being
respectively Chesed (Loving-kindness/Mercy) = Pishon, Gevurah
(Strength/Severity) = Gichon, Tiferet (Beauty) = Chedekel, and
Malchut (Kingdom) = Frat. I am sure some of these
correspondences might be startling, and quite at odds with what
some readers may have learned previously. However, I believe one
should not be too concerned about the rightness or wrongness
of any of these attributions, since there are many variances to be
found in this regard, not only between mainstream Kabbalah and
the Christian or Hermetic varieties, but even within the far too
glibly considered uniform doctrines of Jewish Kabbalah. A
knowledge of affiliated traditions, i.e. traditional astrology, etc.,
and a good dose of common sense, will soon clarify matters.
Besides this, there are the magical applications of the
names of the four rivers to consider. Since these streams are
believed to be channeling the primordial River of Life, it is
thought one could, as it were, invoke their respective powers by
means of their names, hence the appellatives Pishon, Gichon,
Chedekel and Frat are considered Names of Power, and as such
are used in Hebrew amulets, incantations, and magical healing
practices. I thought I might share some with you.
Amongst the more simple magical applications there is one
delineated in the Sefer Rafael ha-Malach,3 which pertains to the
Sacred Writ & Kameot / 169

alleviation of all kinds of fever. In this regard an apple is selected
on which is written with ink in simple graphics the names of the
four Edenic rivers. The procedure necessitates that the apple is first
divided into four parts, then the four names are respectively written
on the four portions, i.e. one name for each part. The afflicted
individual is then fed the four sections of the apple in the exact
marching order of the listed names, i.e. the part with the name
Gichon on it is consumed first, thereafter the Pishon portion,
followed by the Chedekel one, and concluding with the Frat
section. We are told that God willing, the fever will abate and the
sufferer healed.4
Suspecting that there was a lot more to the four Edenic
Rivers than meets the eye, Kabbalists closely scrutinised the
names of the four streams. By means of somewhat complex
application of Temurot, in this instance exchanges of Hebrew
letters by means of six special ciphers, i.e. Achas Beta, Atbach,
Atbash, Albam, Avgad, Ayak Bachar, they concluded that, with the
exclusion of the final Nun (N) of the names PishoN (Nw#yp) and
GichoN (Nwxyg), the first three names of the Rivers of Eden are
hidden references to the three Divine Names which are vital for our
continued well-being on this planet. It is also understood that the
three letters derived from, or, as it were, hidden within the name
of the last river, indicate a very unique Hebrew abbreviation. The
Divine Names and mentioned abbreviation are shown below [read
from right to left]:
trp
lqdx
[N] wxyg
[N] w#yp
(Frat)
(Chedekel)
(Gichon)
(Pishon)
qby
ynd)
hyh)
hwhy
(YBK)
(Adonai)
(Ehyeh)
(YHVH)
Of course, the three Divine Names are immediately recognised,

and, considering the Kabbalistic doctrine on the flow of the river
of Shefa (Divine Abundance) into manifestation by means of
tzinorot [spiritual channels] which are controlled, so to speak, by
these important Divine Names aligned with the sefirot of Keter
[CrownEhyeh], Tiferet [BeautyYHVH] and Malchut [Kingdom
Adonai], it is only natural that they should be included in

amulets comprising the names of the four divisions of the Edenic
River of Life.
What remains to be considered is the unique transposition
of the three letters of the river Frat, i.e. trp = q~by. Since the
three letters in question could be read Yabok, i.e. the river where
the Patriarch Jacob wrestled a man (Genesis 32:2331 [2432]),
and, as mentioned in my The Book of Sacred Names,5 it was
ascertained from this saga that Jacob wrestled with the angel
Paniel, and that his attacker was actually the Almighty virtually in
person, so to speak, some curious deliberations could be derived
from the Frat/Yabok affiliation. After all there are also very special
numerical connections between the YBK letter combination and
two Divine Names, i.e. the gematria of Yabok [y = 10 + b = 2 + q
= 100] is 112 and so is the combined value of the Names YHVH [y
= 10 + h = 5 + w = 6 + h = 5 = 26] and Elohim [) = 1 + l = 30 +
h = 5 + y = 10 + m = 40 =86]. However, in the current instance the
YBK letter combination is generally conceded to be an
abbreviation. On the one hand it refers to the concluding portion of
Psalms 20:10 reading wn)rq Mwyb wnn(y (yaaneinu byom
kareinuanswer us in the day that we call), the verse being
uttered three times during morning prayers,6 on the other hand it
indicates h#wdq hkrb dwxy (yichud brachah kdushah
Unification Blessedness Holiness).7
As it is, the three letters in question and the words
comprising each of these Hebrew phrases, are themselves
understood to be direct references to the three mentioned vital
Divine Names. In fact, the Divine Unification, Blessedness and
Holiness of YBK are said to indicate the union of Keter
[Ehyeh], Tiferet [YHVH] and Malchut [Adonai], or the
unification of the Neshamah, Ruach and Nefesh, the Higher
Self, Middle Self and Lower Self aspects of the human soul.8
With such profundity of meaning hidden in the names of
the four Rivers of Eden, it is no wonder the names Pishon,
Gichon, Chedekel and Frat, as well as the affiliated Divine Names
and that unique abbreviation, should be included in Hebrew
amulets employed for a variety of life supporting reasons. In fact,
amongst the most important uses of the names of the four Edenic
Rivers in Hebrew amulets is the promotion of a long life. In this

regard, the standard arrangement of the names are permuted,
written forwards and backwards, and the component letters of the
names intertwined in special ways.9 Whilst there are variations on
these arrangements in Jewish magical tomes, I have consulted as
many primary sources as I could find, and after due consideration
settled on the following list:
B
Nnlww
pgyyh
Nnwwl
gpxyy
Nnwwl
gpxyy
Nnwlw
pgyxy
tqx#
#xdp
#xqt
pdx#
t#xq
dx#p
txq#
#dxp
A
rdyy
wwqr
yydr
rqww
ryyd
qwwr
rydy
wqwr
pxgp
Nnlt
pgxp
tlnn
ppgx
lnnt
pgxp
Nlnt
trp
prt
Nw#yp
py#wn
trp
prt
trp
prt
lqdx
qdxl
Nwxyg
gyxwn
Nw#yp
py#wn
Nwxyg
gyxwn
Nwxyg
gyxwn
lqdx
qdxl
Nwxyg
gyxwn
lqdx
qdxl
Nw#yp
py#wn
trp
prt
lkdx
kdxl
Nw#yp
py#wn
A friend who is a Rabbi of Moroccan descent, insisted

emphatically that this amulet is not only for a long life, but for a
long SUCCESSFUL life. I have perused a number of amulets
comprising these sets of names, and noted that it is usually
customary to engrave section A on the front side of a metal disc
[usually silver], with a header in certain instances comprising the
earlier addressed qby ynd) hyh) hwhy (YHVH Ehyeh Adonai
YBK) combination of Divine Names.10 However, this header is
not standard throughout, since I have noted different headers
accompanying the same, e.g. the fully spelled letters of the three
associated Divine Names, the first two being written as a header,
and the third as a footer as shown below:11.....
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Most of the Hebrew Bible has been employed in some or

other way for magical purposes. As it is, this volume simply does
not afford the scope for a complete investigation into this subject
matter, however it certainly allows us to peruse at least some of the
most important uses of sacred writ in Jewish Magic. In this regard
the Book of Psalms holds prime position, and it is to the use of
Psalms in Hebrew amulets that we now turn our attention.
B. Psalms.....Psalms.....Everywhere!
Some years ago I was queried as to whether it was appropriate for
non-Jewish students of Kabbalah to use the Jewish Prayer book
and the Tehillim on a daily basis. As it is, I believe it absolutely
appropriate for anybody to use the Siddur (Jewish Prayer Book)38
and the Hebrew Bible. Why not? What is important is the intention
of the one using these texts. If a person is inspired and moved by
their use, I cannot see why that individual should not derive great
benefit rather than otherwise. Naturally I cannot be sure that the
whole of international Jewry would back me on this, but I certainly
cannot see the Divine One imposing some sort of frightful reprisal
on any individual using a Siddur and reciting Tehillim with proper
Kavvanah (focussed intention). The reference in the query to
Tehillim (Psalms) is of particular importance to those interested
in the magical workings of Kabbalah Maasit (Practical Kabbalah).
Recognising the power of the Hebrew psalms, an entire magical
system was developed and published in a work titled the Sefer
Shimmush Tehillim (Book of the Magical Use of Psalms).39

Though attributed to Rav Hai Gaon, this text was written by
an anonymous author. It is a fairly small, anonymous, mediaeval
compilation, existing in several Hebrew editions, as well as in an
Aramaic manuscript, which was translated into several languages.
Its popularity led to the Vatican ultimately placing it on the Index
Librorum Prohibitum (Index of Forbidden Books).40 An
acquaintance and serious researcher of this text, referred to the
Shimmush Tehillim as a cookbook since it gives a list of recipes,
each requiring the use of a chapter or verses from the book of
Psalms, to solve various problems, but gives no rationale or
explanation for them.41
This mysterious text pertains to the magical and theurgical
use of Divine Names, which, as said, is based on the idea that the
entirety of holy writ is comprised of the Names of God. In many
instances in the Shimmush Tehillim, the special emphasis is on
Divine Names which give the psalms their magical potencies.
Individual verses and entire psalms are employed in a magical way
for a wide range of physical and spiritual needs, like protection
from demons, illness, or against an attack from man and beast, etc.
Using several Kabbalistic methods, magical names were formed
from letters derived from their respectively associated psalms. In
most cases the methodology employed in the construction of these
Names is lost, or at least very difficult to ascertain, since the
possible combinations and permutations of the Hebrew letters are
factually endless. Of course, the manner in which the Divine
Names, employed in this enigmatic text, were composed, is really
unimportant. What really matters is the effectiveness of the magical
techniques shared in this remarkable little text.
The various psalms are considered extremely powerful, and
their religious fervour and beauty are highly regarded. Psalms are
recited during all critical situations in the public and private lives
of people, and each week the entire book is completely read in
certain communities, not only as part of religious ritual, but in the
belief that this is the most powerful protection of the community
against harm. It was often considered good enough to recite in
alphabetical order the psalms which spell the name of a city in
danger, as the most effective means of protection. In the Shimmush
Tehillim psalms are employed in a magical sense for highly
personal and quite mundane objectives, albeit very important ones

in terms of human survival on this planet. In fact, the entire biblical
Book of Psalms formed a major component of the magical gear
of mediaeval magicians.
A popular English translation, available since 1788, was
made of the Sefer Shimmush Tehillim by an anonymous translator
in America from a certain Godfrey Seligs German version of this
text. It was eventually incorporated in a spurious magical
compilation titled The Sixth and Seventh Books of Moses.42 A
favourite of Hoodoo and those who have a predilection for
American folk magic, this translation was also published under
the title Secrets of the Psalms.43 Besides being extremely
verbose, there are unfortunately many errors and corruptions of
Hebrew words and Divine Names in this translation. One would
have expected the translator to have cross-checked each magical
prescription with its associated Psalm in the Bible, so as to ensure
that the terms used were correct, especially in cases where a word
clearly does not exist in Hebrew, and a quick perusal of the
appropriate Psalm would have exposed it as a corruption of a wellknown Hebrew term. In fact, the translator/publisher deemed it
necessary to insert every now and again an admonition from the
translator in the text, cautioning against the incorrect use of these
magical techniques, which again leaves one quite perturbed as to
why these only too obvious errors were allowed into the
translation.
When it comes to the recitation of the Psalms for magical
purposes, I personally prefer doing so in Hebrew, since I concur
with those Kabbalists who believe every word of the Hebrew
Psalms to be a Holy Name, the utterance of which will invoke
specific forces with very definite effects. For that reason it would
be extremely important to pronounce the words correctly, and this
is not as easy as it may seem. Besides, the inability of most readers
to do so, being unfamiliar with Hebrew, would probably
necessitate the psalms having to be learned parrot fashion, thus
allowing for mistakes to creep in, which might well invoke psychophysical responses not quite bargained for. The pronunciation of
Hebrew words is in itself a problem, as there are different ways of
speaking Hebrew amongst different communities. Hence it is most
important to know how to pronounce Hebrew terms properly, yet
with some reservations, since the utterance of Hebrew Divine
Names equally differs amongst the various factions.

Be that as it may, we certainly have Psalms everywhere,
used for every imaginable magical purpose. However, in this
volume of the Shadow Tree Series, we will pay attention to the
employment of Psalms and other portions of the Tanach (Hebrew
Bible) in Hebrew amulets only. It should also be kept in mind that
the Psalms and their respective verses are presented in the order
they appear in the Hebrew Bible, which is different from their
format in the Protestant Christian Bible. Hence we will commence
this investigation with the first Psalm employed for amuletic
purposes.
PSALM 1 The anonymous author of the Sefer Shimmush
Tehillim44 instructs us to write the first three verses of this Psalm
on deer skin to be worn as a pendant, for the purposes of
preventing a pregnant woman from premature delivery or from
suffering a miscarriage. The mentioned verses read:
My(#r tc(b Klh )l r#) #y)h yr#) (Verse 1)
b#y )l Mycl b#wmbw dm( )l My)+x Krdbw
hghy wtrwtbw wcbx hwhy trwtb M) yk (Verse 2)
lylw Mmwy
wyrp r#) Mym yglp l( lwt# C(k hyhw (Verse 3)
xylcy h#(y r#) lkw lwby )l whl(w wt(b Nty
Transliteration:
(Verse 1) Ashrei ha-ish asher lo halach baatzat rshaim
uvderech chataim lo amad uvmoshav leitzim lo yashav
(Verse 2) Ki im btorat YHVH cheftzo uvtorato yehgeh
yomam vlailah
(Verse 3) Vhayah ketz shatul al palgei mayim asher
piryo yiten bito valeihu lo yibol vchol asher yaaseh
yatzliach
Translation:
(Verse 1) Happy is the man that hath not walked in the
counsel of the wicked, nor stood in the way of sinners, nor
sat in the seat of the scornful.

(Verse 2) But his delight is in the law of YHVH; and in His
law doth he meditate day and night.
(Verse 3) And he shall be like a tree planted by streams of
water, that bringeth forth its fruit in its season, and whose
leaf doth not wither; and in whatsoever he doeth he shall
prosper.
We are informed that the associated Divine Name is El Chad (dx
l)), which Selig informs us signifies great, strong, only God.45
The term Chad in the Divine Name does not really mean great,
strong or only. The Hebrew term means sharp or acute.
The translator may have derived the meaning of only, by seeing
a connection between the words Chad and Echad, the latter
meaning one. As it is, the Divine Name, El Chad, was derived
from the initial letters of first, second and fourth words, and the last
letter of the second, i.e. ) from yr#) (Ashrei Blessed [verse
1]); l from Nk )l (Lo chennot so [verse 4]); x from xylcy
(Yatzliachprosper [verse 3]; and d from My(#r Krd (Derech
Rshaimway of the ungodly [verse 6]).
I cannot quite fathom why the author chose these specific
words in the mentioned verses, as there are several others he might
have chosen which would equally have sufficed. For example, the
word Derech appears several times in the psalm, in fact in the very
first verse. So why select the term from verse 6, when the latter is
not employed in the amulet? I was also left somewhat stranded,
when I thought that I might find any meaning by reading the four
words as a sentence. This proved to be somewhat nonsensical. Of
course, one could force a meaning out of it, but I prefer to leave
this to the speculations of those more intrigued than I am by this
peculiarity in the Sefer Shimmush Tehillim. Be that as it may, to
complete the construction of the amulet in question, we are
informed to include on it the following prayer:46
tb tynwlp] h#)l h#(t# dx l) Kynplm Nwcr yhy
ht(m hmyl# h)wpr hn)prtw lypt )l# [tynwlp
hls hls hls Nm) Nm) Nm) Mlw( d(w

Transliteration:
Yhi ratzon milfanecha El Chad shetaaseh lishah
[.....Plonit bat Plonit.....] shelo tapil vtirpaenah rfuah
shleimah meatah vaed olam Omein Omein Omein Selah
Selah Selah
Translation:
May it be your will El Chad to protect this woman
[.....insert the name of the woman.....] against miscarriage
and to heal her completely from now unto eternity. Amen
Amen Amen, Selah Selah Selah.
Curiously enough, the same three verses from the first Psalm are
also recommended as an amulet to promote success in all ones
endeavours. In this regard the specific reference is to the
concluding phrase of verse 3 reading and in whatsoever he doeth
he shall prosper.
Whilst addressing the use of Psalms in Hebrew amulets, I
keep wondering why the anonymous author of the Sefer Shimmush
Tehillim chose those specific uses for each psalm, when there are
several other listed applications. It is clear that he derived much of
his suggestions from timeworn traditional sources pertaining to the
magical uses of the Book of Psalms, some of which can be found
in the Talmud and in various Midrashim. There are however many
more magical uses of individual and groups of psalms, which did
not find their way into the Sefer Shimmush Tehillim.
Besides, it is not only the first Psalm which is used to avoid
miscarriage. In the Magical Use of Psalms it is suggested that
four copies of an amulet comprising Psalm 126, employed in
conjunction with the names of the angels ywns, ywnsns and
Pglnms (Sanoi, Sansanoi and Semangelof), be located on the four
walls of a house, in order to change the fortune of a woman whose
children are constantly dying.47 These unique Spirit Intelligences
are addressed in greater detail later in this work, but we might note
that the Sefer Shimmush Tehillim also recommends Psalm 128
written on a kosher parchment to be worn by women for a
successful pregnancy.48

There is also related counsel found elsewhere, in which
further portions of Holy Writ, e.g., amongst others, Genesis 21:1
and Exodus 11:8, are used to lighten childbirth.49 Furthermore, not
only selected verses from the Torah were used to ease childbirth,
but in this regard the entire Sefer Torah (the scroll of the
Pentateuch or Five Books of Moses) became a most venerated
amulet, so to speak. Many still believe that an exhortation in the
name of the Torah is good enough to get a womb to respond in
the required manner. For example, Joshua Trachtenberg relates a
popular Ashkenazic incantation which reads: Baermutter (womb)
lie down! With these words I adjure thee with nine Torahs, with
nine pure Sefer Torahs!50
We might also recall that in Judaism there are stringent
rules regarding personal behaviour towards a Torah scroll.51
However, the very fact that it is considered an extraordinary special
sacred object, looked upon by many to be a manifested portion
of the very Being of the Divine One, often encouraged the
ordinary folk to use it as a most powerful talisman so to speak.
Even though any act of impiety towards the Torah would be met
with strong retribution, Trachtenberg tells us that some Jewish
clergy actually allowed such practices only in case a life was in
danger.52 For example, when an infant was ill and could not
sleep, or a woman was convulsed in labor pains, the Scroll was
brought in and laid upon the sufferer to alleviate the pain.53 The
many voices objecting to this kind of practice, and the statement of
a Rabbi in the Talmud that it is forbidden to heal by words of
Torah, whilst allowing their use for protection only, proved quite
fruitless when we observe the magical and theurgical uses
Scripture was put to down the ages to this day. The Bible
performed functions for which its inspired creators had never
intended it, noted Trachtenberg laconically.54
We are reminded that the usual formula in the magical use
of holy writ is: Recite this verse with its name..., with the
understanding of course, that the power of the verse derives from
the Divine Name which is claimed to be hidden in certain words in
the Biblical text. This is quite a standard pattern in magical texts of
this nature, but I should add that the Bible is used in Jewish Magic

for both incantational and talismanic purposes.55 For example, the
verses from Genesis and Exodus referred to earlier were not only
employed in magical incantations, but were equally used in Hebrew
amulets, i.e. to be worn by the woman in labour.56 Sometimes not
even the entire verse was engraved on an amulet, but only the
initial letters of each word were used to construct what was
considered to be a most effective amulet which would successfully
work the purpose of its design.57.....
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PSALM 106 Whilst this psalm is not listed in the Shimmush

Tehillim (Magical Use of Psalms) in terms of talismans, the
thirtieth verse of this Psalm is employed in the form of word
square, as an amulet for a variety of important purposes as far as
basic human survival on this planet is concerned. In this regard,
there are two formats, as shown below:87
hm
w(
hy
yw
hx
wn
hy
yp
hl
wp
hy
yw
hc
w(
ht
yw
hp
wg
hm
yx
hw
ww
hp
yw
yt
hy
wy
hy
h(
yp
hn
w(
wc
hl
yx
hm
hr
wl
hs
yd

Moses Zacutto included a variant of the latter square in his
mammoth tome on the magical uses of Divine Names:88
hhw
ww
hp
yw
myt
hy
wy
hy
gh(
yp
hn
w(
pwc
hl
yx
hm
hhr
wl
hs
yd
This amulet is constructed from the five words comprising Psalm

106:30. The verse reads:
hpgmh rc(tw llpyw sxnyp dm(yw
Transliteration:
va-yaamod Pinchas va-yfalel va-teatzar ha-magefah
Translated:
Then stood up Phinehas, and wrought judgment, and so the
plague was stayed.
This verse comprises five words, each of which consists of exactly
five letters. Each of these letters are individually aligned with a
single letter of the Ineffable Name, and, as indicated, this is done
in two ways. In the first version the letter y (Yod) is aligned with
the initials of the five words comprising the said verse; the first h
(Heh) of the Explicit Name with the second letter of each word; the
letter w (Vav) with the third; and the concluding h (Heh) with the
fourth letter of each word. The concluding letter of the five words
is left unsupported by the Ineffable Name. In the second version,
the four glyphs comprising the Tetragrammaton are simply added
in exact marching order to the first twenty letters of the verse.
To compose this Kamea, one has to construct a five by five
grid, i.e. a square comprised of 25 little blocks. The letters of the
five verses are then written either horizontally along the five rows,
or vertically along the five columns, in both instances commencing

top right with the first word, and ensuring that the letters are
aligned to the right of each block. When all the rows or columns
are completed, we are instructed to complete the letter grid of the
horizontal version of the construct by adding the letter y (Yod)
adjacent the first letters of the five words comprising the enigmatic
verse from the Book of Psalms, then similarly conjoining the
letter h (Heh) to the second letters; the letter w (Vav) to the third
letters; and finally the concluding letter of the Ineffable Name, i.e.
h (Heh), is added to the concluding letters of the five words.
The vertical version of the word square amulet is
constructed by conjoining the four letters of the Ineffable Name
sequentially with the first twenty letters of the verse:
s x n
h y h
y
w
p d m ( y
h y h w h
w
y
r c ( t w l l p y
h w h y h w h y h
w
w
As might be expected, these versions are by no means standard,

since variants do surface from time to time. In this regard, there is
a version of this Kamea included in a manuscript of magical
recipes in the Wellcome Collection,89 in which the conjoined letter
attributions are decidedly odd, as shown below:
hm
w(
hy
yw
hx
hn
hy
yp
hl
wp
hy
yw
hc
w(
ht
yw
hp
yg
)m
yh

As in the case of the first version of the word square in question,
the four letters of the Ineffable Name are respectively assigned to
each of the initial letters of the first four words of the verse we are
addressing, with the concluding letters of the five words being left
unsupported by the component letters of the Tetragrammaton.
However, as indicated, there are certain inexplicable anomalies in
the arrangement.
In the second row comprising the word sxnyp (Pinchas),
the third letter (nNun) is accompanied by a h (Heh) instead of the
expected letter w (Vav). Likewise the second and third letters of the
fifth word hpgmh (ha-magefahthe plague), i.e. mMem and
gGimel, are respectively coordinated with an ) (Alef) and a y
(Yod) instead of the letters h (Heh) and w (Vav). I have been unable
to ascertain whether these oddities were intentional, or merely
errors on the part of the anonymous author of the manuscript, who
might have been copying the letter square from some or other
primary magical source text.
Now, I have observed a variety of uses of this Kamea
ranging from the most simple to quite complex.90 Amongst the
former are certain Hebrew amulets found in the Wellcome
Collection.91 As indicated in the following illustration, the format
of the amulet is comprised of nothing more than the first version of
the word square, as well as a brief subscript delineating its
protective purposes and the name of the owner. In this regard, you
could employ the exact inscription, and simply insert your own
name, or that of the intended bearer of the amulet, in the space
marked p~bp [Ploni ben PloniSo and So). This is the standard
manner in Jewish magical texts of saying so and so, in order to
indicate where you should insert your own name, or that of the
individual for whom the amulet is intended.
The Hebrew abbreviations at the end of the phrase, refer to a

standard expression often employed in protection Kameot reading
hls Nm) Mlw( d(w ht(m. In transliteration, the inscription
below the word square reads:
Shmirah vhaganah l[.....Ploni ben Ploni.....] mideber
umimagefah umiaven negef meatah vaed olam Omein
Selah.
Translation:
Protection and safety for [.....insert the name of the
recipient.....] from pestilence and from plagues, and from
being stoned, from now unto eternity Amen Selah.
As far as the referenced version in the Wellcome Collection is
concerned, the Kamea was drawn on the upper portion of a suitably
sized fragment of deerskin parchment, and since the construct was
meant to be carried on the person of the individual for whom it was
created, it was located in a slightly larger square leather envelope.
As can be expected, there are yet more complex
presentations of this amulet, as can be seen in the following Kamea
listed amongst a variety of magical recipes appearing in the earlier
mentioned anonymous magical manuscript in the Wellcome
Collection:92
In the current instance the five concluding letters of the words

employed in the formatting of the Kamea, are located external to
the actual word square. We further note that the entire construct is
encircled with Divine and Angelic Names, specifically:
(Top) Agalaa Ehyeh Yelel [l)ly hyh) )lg)]
(Bottom) Avgitatz Kra Satan Shadai [n+# (rq ctygb)
yd#]
(Right) Oriel Ehyeh [hyh) l)yrw)]
(Left) Nuriel Ehyeh [hyh) l)yrwn]
Transliterated the incantation below the word square construct
reads:

Achtriel Shamriel yishmor ha-nose kamia zo mimagefah
umideber umikol choli umiayin hara umiruach ra
meatah vaed olam omein vchen yhi ratzon
Translated:
Achtriel Shamriel protect the carrier of this amulet from
plagues and pestilence, and from all disease, and from the
evil eye, and from evil spirits, from now unto eternity Amen
and thus be it so willed.
Whilst we saw the word square under consideration being
employed to keep one from all the baneful forces one may
encounter in ones life, i.e. diseases, the evil eye, evil spirits, and
even from being stoned to death, the construct in question mainly
features in amulets pertaining to protection against plagues and
epidemics.
It should also be noted that the two listed formats of this
Kamea can be employed singly or conjointly. In this regard, we
might consider the following amulet delineated in Sefer Rafael haMalach:93
N+#
dhm
shx
lhl
rhc
hhp
w(
wn
wp
w(
wn
(rq
hy
hy
hy
ht
hm
yw
yp
yw
yw
yh
hhw
myt
gh(
pwc
hhr
yd#
ww
hy
yp
hl
wl
hp
wy
hn
yx
hs
yw
hy
w(
hm
yd
As said, this Kamea is employed against plagues and epidemics.

Similarly to instructions mentioned earlier in this tome, the one
creating the amulet has to cut sprigs of rue prior to sunrise on a
Wednesday during the period close to the Full Moon. We are told
the leaves must be cut with a golden coin or disc. As it is, we are
informed in Jewish magical writings that rue has wondrous healing
and protective powers. Hence it is suggested that it is good to
inhale its smoke when the dried herb is burned,94 and it is equally
good when employed as a fumigation in a residence.

It has been suggested that Psalm 90:17 should be recited
seven times prior to cutting the rue. Still others maintain this
recitation should include the entire Psalm 90, reading:
ht) Nw(m ynd) Myhl)h #y) h#ml hlpt (Verse 1)
rdw rdb wnl tyyh
Mlw(mw lbtw Cr) llwxtw wdly Myrh Mr+b (Verse 2)
l) ht) Mlw( d(
Md) ynb wbw# rm)tw )kd d( #wn) b#t (Verse 3)
rb(y yk lwmt) Mwyk Kyny(b Myn# Pl) yk (Verse 4)
hlylb hrwm#)w
Plxy rycxk rqbb wyhy hn# Mtmrz (Verse 5)
#byw llwmy br(l Plxw Cycy rqbb (Verse 6)
wnlhbn Ktmxbw Kp)b wnylk yk (Verse 7)
Kynp rw)ml wnml( Kdgnl wnytnw( t# (Verse 8)
wmk wnyn# wnylk Ktrb(b wnp wnymy lk yk (Verse 9)
hgh
trwbgb M)w hn# My(b# Mhb wnytwn# ymy (Verse 10)
hp(nw #yx zg yk Nw)w lm( Mbhrw hn# Mynwm#
Ktrb( Kt)rykw Kp) z( (dwy ym (Verse 11)
hmkx bbl )bnw (dwh Nk wnymy twnml (Verse 12)
Kydb( l( Mxnhw ytm d( hwhy hbw# (Verse 13)
wnymy lkb hxm#nw hnnrnw Kdsx rqbb wn(b# (Verse 14)
h(r wny)r twn# wntyn( twmyk wnxm# (Verse 15)
Mhynb l( Krdhw Kl(p Kydb( l) h)ry (Verse 16)
wnydy h#(mw wnyl( wnyhl) ynd) M(n yhyw (Verse 17)
whnnwk wnydy h#(mw wnyl( hnnwk
Transliteration:
(Verse 1) Tefila lMosheh ish ha-elohim adonai maon atah
hayita lanu bdor vador
(Verse 2) bterem harim yuladu vatcholel eretz vteivel
umeiolam ad olam atah el
(Verse 3) tasheiv enosh ad daka vatomer shuvu vnei
adam

(Verse 4) ki elef shanim beinecha kyom etmol ki yaavor
vashmurah valaila
(Verse 5) zramtam sheina yihyu baboker kechatzir
yachalof
(Verse 6) baboker yatzitz vchalaf laerev ymoleil vyavesh
(Verse 7) ki chalinu vapecha uvachamatcha nivhalnu
(Verse 8) shata avonoteinu lnegdecha alumeinu limor
panecha
(Verse 9) ki chol yameinu panu vevratecha kilinu shaneinu
chmo hegeh
(Verse 10) ymei shnoteinu vahem shivim shanah vim
bigvurot shmonim shanah vrahbam amal vaaven ki gaz
chish vanaufah
(Verse 11) mi yodeia oz apecha uchyiratcha evratecha
(Verse 12) limnot yameinu kein hoda vnavi lvav
chochmah
(Verse 13) shuvah YHVH ad matai vhinacheim al
avadecha
(Verse 14) sabeinu vaboker chasdecha unrannah
vnismcha bchol yameinu
(Verse 15) samcheinu kimot initanu shnot rainu raah
(Verse 16) yeiraeh el avadecha faolecha vahadarcha al
bneihem
(Verse 17) vihi noam adonai eloheinu aleinu umaaseh
yadeinu konnah aleinu umaaseh yadeinu konneihu
Translation:
(Verse 1) A Prayer of Moses the man of God. Lord, Thou
hast been our dwelling-place in all generations.
(Verse 2) Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever
Thou hadst formed the earth and the world, even from
everlasting to everlasting, Thou art God.
(Verse 3) Thou turnest man to contrition; and sayest:
Return, ye children of men.
(Verse 4) For a thousand years in Thy sight are but as
yesterday when it is past, and as a watch in the night.
(Verse 5) Thou carriest them away as with a flood; they are
as a sleep; in the morning they are like grass which groweth
up.
(Verse 6) In the morning it flourisheth, and groweth up; in
the evening it is cut down, and withereth.

(Verse 7) For we are consumed in Thine anger, and by Thy
wrath are we hurried away.
(Verse 8) Thou hast set our iniquities before Thee, our
secret sins in the light of Thy countenance.
(Verse 9) For all our days are passed away in Thy wrath;
we bring our years to an end as a tale that is told.
(Verse 10) The days of our years are threescore years and
ten, or even by reason of strength fourscore years; yet is
their pride but travail and vanity; for it is speedily gone,
and we fly away.
(Verse 11) Who knoweth the power of Thine anger, and
Thy wrath according to the fear that is due unto Thee?
(Verse 12) So teach us to number our days, that we may get
us a heart of wisdom.
(Verse 13) Return, YHVH; how long? And let it repent
Thee concerning Thy servants.
(Verse 14) O satisfy us in the morning with Thy mercy; that
we may rejoice and be glad all our days.
(Verse 15) Make us glad according to the days wherein
Thou hast afflicted us, according to the years wherein we
have seen evil.
(Verse 16) Let Thy work appear unto Thy servants, and
Thy glory upon their children.
(Verse 17) And let the graciousness of the Lord our God be
upon us; establish Thou also upon us the work of our
hands; yea, the work of our hands establish Thou it.
Whilst cutting the herb in question, the individual has to vocalise
his or her intentions, i.e. I am collecting this herb in honour of so
and so. Again whilst we are told on the one hand that this
statement should be uttered in his or her mother tongue, on the
other hand some maintain this action necessitates the following
statement which must be uttered in Hebrew:95
yhl) hwhy M#b hl)h )+wr yl( +qwl ykn)
rwb( hrym#lw )ym# Nm )tws)l l)r#y
My(r My(gp lk Nm [.....ynwlp Nb ynwlp....]
Ny#yb Ny(rmw

Transliteration:
Anochi loket alei ruta ha-eleh bshem YHVH Elohei
Yisrael lasuta min shmaya ulishmirah avur [.....Ploni ben
Ploni.....] min kol pgaim raim umarin bishin
Translation:
I am collecting this rue in the name YHVH, God of Israel,
for health from heaven and the protection of [.....insert the
name of the recipient.....] from all bad mishaps and evil
doing spirits.
Prior to writing the amulet in question, the individual set with this
task, who must be a man, has to fast and be purified by performing
the ritual submersion in the waters of a Mikveh (Ritual Bath).96 It
might be conjectured that the instruction that only a man should
write the amulet in question, pertains to prevailing sexism when
these instructions were first written down. However, it should be
noted that in all major religious traditions of the world, Judaism
included, women are considered to be ritually impure during
Niddah (term of menstruation),97 a period when many women
experience great hormonal variations and equally great energy
fluctuations physically, emotionally and mentally, quite out of sync
with their natural disposition. Some might indeed consider such
imbalances to have a disadvantageous impact on the flow of
subtle forces channelled by an amulet.
Be that as it may, when all ritual purity requirements are
fulfilled, the amulet is written in ashurit on a pure scroll, i.e. a
good, clean sheet of quality paper. On completion, the rue is rolled
into the Kamea and the whole carried on the person for the entire
period of an epidemic in an appropriately sized, thin leather
envelope-like pouch, to be worn around the neck of the person for
whom the amulet was intended. No harm will befall this individual,
and, God willing, he or she will be spared the disastrous effects of
the epidemic.98
The following more complex amulet, derived from a
Kamea published in the 18th century Polish edition of Chaim
Vitals Shaar ha-Yichudim, is constructed and prepared in
exactly the same manner as the previously addressed amulet, and
is employed for the very same purpose:99
Beside the word square we are currently considering being located

in the palm of the central hand illustration, this Kamea is
comprised of further biblical verses and Divine Names. The amulet
commences with two sets of tri-letter arrangements [upper two
lines], these being abbreviations comprised of mainly the initials
of Exodus 12:27 [upper] and Exodus 12:23 [lower]. These read:
xsp r#) hwhyl )wh xsp xkz Mtrm)w [Exodus 12:27]
wnytb t)w Myrcm t) wpgnb Myrcmb l)r#y ynb ytb l(
wwxt#yw M(h dqyw lych

Mdh t) h)rw Myrcm t) Pgnl hwhy rb(w [Exodus 12:23]
)lw xtph l( hwhy xspw tzwzmh yt# l(w Pwq#mh l(
Pgnl Mkytb l) )bl tyx#mh Nty
Transliteration:
[Exodus 12:27] va-amartem zevach pesach hu la-YHVH
asher pasach al batei vnei Yisrael bmitzrayim bnogpo
et mitzrayim vet bateinu hitzil va-yikod ha-am vayishtachavu
[Exodus 12:23] vavar YHVH lingof et mitzrayim vraah
et ha-dam al ha-mashkof val shtei ha-mzuzot ufasach
YHVH al ha-petach vlo yiten ha-mashchit lavo el
bateichem lingof
Translation:
[Exodus 12:27] That ye shall say: It is the sacrifice of
YHVHs passover, for that He passed over the houses of the
children of Israel in Egypt, when He smote the Egyptians,
and delivered our houses. And the people bowed the head
and worshipped.
[Exodus 12:23] For YHVH will pass through to smite the
Egyptians; and when He seeth the blood upon the lintel,
and on the two side-posts, YHVH will pass over the door,
and will not suffer the destroyer to come in unto your
houses to smite you.
As said, in the centre of the Kamea is a large hand on the palm of
which is displayed the Psalm 106:30 word square. This verse
conjoined with the expression bmaamar El Shadai (in the saying
El Shadai), constitute the right border of amulet. The tips of the
ring and little fingers also comprise an abbreviation of the same
verse, whilst the tips of the thumb, forefinger and middle finger,
comprise an abbreviation of Psalm 32:7, this verse being the one
which forms the left border of the amulet, reading:
hls ynbbwst +lp ynr ynrct rcm yl rts ht)
Transliteration:
Atah seter li mitzar titzreini ranei falet tsovveini Selah
Translation:
Thou art my hiding-place; Thou wilt preserve me from the
adversary; with songs of deliverance Thou wilt compass me
about Selah.

The verse comprising the bottom border, and which does
not appear in any abbreviated format in the Kamea, is Numbers
25:12 reading:
Mwl# ytyrb t) wl Nt[w]n ynnh rm) Nkl
Transliteration:
Lachen emor hinni noten lo et briti shalom
Translation:
Wherefore say: Behold, I give unto him My covenant of
peace.
Next, we need to peruse the extraordinary Divine and Angelic
Names included in the amulet. Whilst we are considering the image
of the hand, we next note the strange double tri-letter combinations
written along each of the fingers from the little to the forefinger.
The first three letter combinations comprise the Divine Names said
to be great in holiness,100 these being:
(Tzodnlobosh Kohsmogot Pogmkoor)

We are informed that the power of this Divine Name combination
also pertains to protection against plagues and epidemics, and the
first of the three Names was constructed from the initials of the
names of the six choice fruits of the land listed in Genesis 43:11,
i.e. yrc (TzoriBalm); #bd (DvashHoney); t)kn
(Nchot Spicery); +l (LotLadanum); Myn+b
(BotnimNuts); and Mydq# (ShkedimAlmonds). The
central Name was composed from the letters succeeding the six
letters of the first Name in the Hebrew alphabet, i.e. q (Kof)
succeeding c (Tzadi); h (Heh) succeeding d (Dalet); etc., and the
concluding Name was similarly derived from the letters preceding
those comprising the first Name, i.e. the letter p (Peh) preceding
c (Tzadi); g (Gimel) preceding d (Dalet); etc.101
Now, in addition to the listed three Divine Names, we note
the combination zAl;sfxe#;nF (Nashchesalza) which is written along
the length of the forefinger. I have not found any extensive
elucidation on the meaning or uses of this Divine Name. All I

could find is the combination zlsx#n was constructed from the
initials of the precious substances referred to in Exodus 30:34,
which were used in the mixing of the Ketoret (Sacred Incense)
employed in the Tabernacle and later the Temple in Jerusalem.102
The said substances are P+n (NatafStacte [gum resin from the
balsam tree]); tlx# (ShcheiletOnycha [Labdanum]); hnblx
(ChelbnahGalbanum); Myms (SamimSweet Spices); and
hkz hnbl (Lvonah Zakah Pure Frankincense).
These substances would both fumigate and purify sacred
spaces, and keep all evil and infectious diseases at bay. Since
Kabbalistic tradition has it that the quality of anything can be
found in its Hebrew name, it is clear that the capitals of the
appellatives of the listed items were combined into a Divine Name
to be employed against epidemics.
Sometimes the combination Nwryrw(n (pronounced
Noriyiroun, Neiaureiriun, etc.)103 is added to the listed four
plague combating Divine Name constructs, and this one equally
appears at the very base of the thumb.104 It is said this Name was
derived from certain letters in Genesis 43:11,105 as indicated by the
emboldened letters in the phrase from this verse reading:
wdyrwhw Mkylkb Cr)h trmzm wxq w#( t)z )wp) Nk

hxnm #y)l
Transliterated:
Ken eifo zot asu kchu mizimrat ha-aretz bichleichem
vhoriru laish minchah
Translated:
[thus] do this: take of the choice fruits of the land in your
vessels, and carry down the man a present.
Whilst there is no indication as to why those specific letters in the
said verse were specifically selected, it would certainly link this
Divine Name with the four listed earlier. However, we are told that
this Divine Name construct is directly related to the concluding
letters of three word pairs in Exodus 14:30. The full verse reads:
)ryw Myrcm dym l)r#y t) )whh Mwyb hwhy (#wyw
Myh tp# l( tm Myrcm t) l)r#y

Transliterated:
Vayosha YHVH bayom ha-hu et Yisrael miyad Mitzrayim
vayar Yisrael et Mitzrayim met al shfat ha-yam
Translated:
Thus YHVH saved Israel that day out of the hand of the
Egyptians; and Israel saw the Egyptians dead upon the seashore.
The mentioned letters are ( in (#wyw (vayosha) and h in hwhy
(YHVH); t in t) (et) and l in l)r#y (Yisrael); as well as d in
dym (miyad) and the concluding m in Myrcm (Mitzrayim). Beyond
hints in terms of gematria affiliations, it is not clear why these
letters should be aligned with the Divine Name in question.106
However, the stated association of Nwryrw(n (Noriyiroun) with
the said biblical verse, affords us the reason why this Divine Name
construct is said to be the appellative of the Prince who governs
Fear,107 who is in charge of all weaponry,108 and who not only
benefits individuals from all dangers in the waters of the seas and
rivers,109 but who will actually save those who mention his Name
from drowning.110 In fact, we are informed that someone in danger
of drowning, should raise his or her unto the heavens and say:
M#h xkb ynrz(w #pn d( Mym w)b yk Myhl) yn(y#wh
Kymxr brb Mym t(yb+m lcn)# Nwryrw(n #wdqh
xcn hls Nm) Mybrh Kydsxw
Transliteration:
Hoshieini Elohim ki bau mayim ad nafesh azreini
bkoach ha-shem ha-kadosh Noriyiroun sheenatzel
mitviat mayim brov rachamecha vchasdecha ha-rabim
Omein Selah Netzach
Translation:
Rescue me Elohim, for the water is overwhelming my soul,
help me with the power of the Holy Name Noriyiroun to
be rescued from drowning waters, in your mercy and great
kindness. Amen, Selah, Enduring [Victory].111
It should be noted that the Name Nwryrw(n (Noriyiroun) is also
said to have the power to control epidemics, and to solve
problems.112 We noted this Divine Name located at the bass of the

thumb in the amulet we are addressing. Imprinted above it, along
the main length of the thumb, we note the name of the angel
l)y+sq (Kastiel). This is the Angel in charge of the sword,
whose name is often employed conjointly with the Divine Name
tycmcm (Mtzamtzit) as a defense against sword or knife attacks.
As an aside, Tzodnlobosh ( #;b2fl5n;d;cf:), the primary of this
set of Divine Names, is sometimes employed separately in amulets,
as shown in the following Kamea against miscarriages:113
There are six Spirit Intelligences associated with the Divine Name
in question, one for each letter of the Name. These are:
l)yrm# l)ykwrb l)ybhl l)yrwn l)ydwd l)yrwc
(Tzuriel Dodiel Nuriel Lehaviel Baruchiel Shamriel)
As indicated, the initials of these Angelic Names spell the Name
#blndc, and they are arranged in a word square located on the

left of the chotam (magical seal). The two hexagrams at the bottom
of the construct, comprise respectively the Names Nwryrm#
(Shamriron) and Nwryrz( (Azriron). We have encountered these
Divine Names earlier in conjunction with an amulet which is
likewise employed to counteract spontaneous abortion.
The current Kamea is likewise written on a scroll and
accompanied by a similar incantation to the one employed with the
earlier mentioned amulet. It should be written in the name of the
individual requiring its support. The adjuration reads:
yrp rwm#t# wydysx tw#pnw rmw# Kynplm Nwcr yhy
Nydy# yqzn ynym lkm hyl( hz (ymq t)#wn l# hn+b
Kytwm# xkb Mlw( d(w ht(m Ny#yb Nyxwrw Nylylw
lym kby lwr )tl dkrmc tgmshq #blndc hl)
)w) b)( wy# yk) wxb kwk ttw #(r btp yk( dbl
yt( w#yb
Transliteration:
Yhi ratzon milfanecha shomer nefashot chasidav
shetishmor pri bitnah shel noset kamea zeh aleah mkol
minei nezkei shedin vlilin vruchin bishin meatah vaed
olam bkoach shmotecha eileh Tzodnlobosh Kohsmogot
Tzamarchad (Psalm 91:10) LTA RVL YBK MYL LBD AKY
PTB RASh VTT KVK BchV AKY ShYV AAB AVA BYShV
ATY
Translation:
May it be your will, He who protects the souls of His
devotees, to safeguard the fruit of her belly with this amulet
she is carrying on her, from all kind of harmful shedin
(demonic fiends), and lilin (night demons), and ruchin
(ghosts), and ishin (evil spirits) from now unto eternity in
the power of these Your Names Tzodnlobosh
Kohsmogot Tzamarchad [abbreviation of Psalm 91:10]
LTA RVL YBK MYL LBD AKY PTB RASh VTT KVK BchV
AKY ShYV AAB AVA BYShV ATY
Returning to the employment of Psalm 106:30 in a word square as
special protection during epidemics, the following somewhat more
complex Kamea is constructed to guard residences against invasion
of infectious diseases. In this regard, it is located on the left side of

a doorframe, directly opposite the Mezuzah, which is traditionally
affixed to the right side of all the entrances to a Jewish residence,
or to all the rooms thereof:
In the current instance, we notice the two mentioned word squares

of Psalm 106:30 positioned as the pedestal, so to speak, of a
unique Menorah.114 Above the seven-branched candelabrum we
trace the Ineffable Name written in two directions, in a manner

which allows both readings of to conjoin in the central concluding
letter h (Heh). In this way the Ineffable Name is written with seven
letters, one each for every branch of the Menorah. The seven
capitals of its arms are also comprised of the earlier mentioned
Sag-expansion of the Tetragrammaton, i.e. yh w)w yh dwy (Yodvav-dalet Heh-yod Vav-alef-vav Heh-yod), also called the Sixtythree Letter Name of God. This expansion of the Ineffable
Name corresponds to the first h (Heh) of the Ineffable Name; the
World of Briah (Creation); the sefirah Binah (Understanding)
on the sefirotic tree, as well as its related mother (Ima) concept.
The seven-branched candelabrum itself comprises a set of
Divine Names constructed with slight variations from the initials
of the words of the earlier mentioned Vihi Noam prayer.
Commencing with the leftmost arm, the construct reads:
ml) y#b (by kyw (ky w() ynw [Left]
wly bhm ymy hkb ))w [Left centre]
yym lmt l)w ctk [Centre Left]
m#( my) ktr wtb ryl )my )my cym ybm [Centre]
lym kby lwr )tl [Centre Right]
ttw #(r btp yk( dbl [Right Centre]
bw)y )w) b)( wy# yk) wxb kwk [Right]
Transliteration:
[Left] VNY AAV YKA VYK YBA BshY ALM
[Left centre] VAA BKH YMY MHB YLV
[Centre Left] KTTz VAL TML MYY
[Centre] MBY MYC YMA YMA LYR BTV RTK AYM AShM
[Centre Right] LTA RVL YBK MYL
[Right Centre] LBD AYK PTB RASh VTT
[Right] KVK BHV AKY ShYR AAB AVA YAVB
Located along the sides of the lower portion of the central stem of
the Menorah, we trace the earlier addressed Divine Names hgwbz)
(Azbugah) and tycmcm (Mtzamtzit). The base of the Menorah
comprises the Divine Name combination hlw gwm bhh p)hw
(VHAP HHB MVG VLH), which was formulated from the initials
of the words comprising Genesis 19:11. The original verse
reads:.....
Chapter 4
Shemesh Sun
SECRET ALPHABETS
&
MAGICAL SEALS
A. Celestial Alphabets
hen I was a little boy I overheard a conversation between
a burly Jewish biker, and my paternal grandfather who
was trying to convince the biker of the error of his
ways. The gentleman in question used to go on, what appeared to
be, long journeys at night on his bike, traversing for no apparent
reason the extensive flat-lands of the Free State province of South
Africa. When my grandfather advised him to rather stay at home,
say his bedtime prayers and retire to bed, the biker said that he was
communicating every night with the Almighty. In fact, he
maintained that he knew the secret language by which creation
is being manifested, and that he could read its unfoldment in the
night sky whilst crossing the open spaces of the Free State.
As my grandfather shook his head in disbelief, and waved
the heathen away most indignantly, I ran after the biker and
asked him if he could teach me how to read the secret messages
in the sky. He gently informed me that the stars are part of the very
big saga of the beginning and end of everything happening at once
in an enormous, most holy talisman. He told me that the universe
changes all the time in accordance with this ongoing telling of life
in the sky, and that, when I was a little older, he would teach me
the very Holy Alphabet of Creation. Then I too may read the
Word of God at night in the stars. Being at the time unacquainted
with the term talisman, I wanted to know what it was. In very
simple language, he called it a deliberately constructed spiritual
channel through which Divine Power can be transmitted for our
benefit.
245

To say that I was deeply impressed by this individual would
be an understatement. I imagined a diversity of huge invisible pipes
reaching down from the stars, through which the Holy Power of
the Divine One flowed down into our world, in order to affect our
lives for the better. Alas, that was the only conversation my biker
friend and I would ever have, since he died a short while afterwards
in an automobile accident.....during the hours of daylight, when he
was not being distracted by divine messages in the night sky!
Around twelve years later, when I chanced upon the
conception of Guillaume Postel that the will of the Eternal One
appears in the vault of the heavens in the form of special Hebrew
glyphs,1 I surmised my biker friend gained his notion of reading the
Word of God in the night sky either from Postel, or from his
admirer Jacques Gaffarel, a 17th century French Kabbalist and
librarian to the famous Richelieu, who adopted Postels cosmic
writing notions, and created the following illustration of the
celestial alphabet in the ever changing talisman of the
heavens.2
Magical Seals & Secret Alphabets / 247

The endings of each letter comprise little circles. Each of these
represents a star, sets of which are joined by lines to form the
magical language of the celestial alphabet. These constructs
are based on the Hebrew alphabet, and Gaffarel derived his version
of this alphabet from the occult writings of Cornelius Agrippa,3
as shown in the following table indicating the formats of the
Celestial Alphabet from Agrippa to our own time:
Agrippa4
Gaffarel5
Barrett6
Modern
A
B
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
h
w
z
M
N
Q
R
S
T
U
n
s
(
p
c
q
r
#
t
V
P
O
The Celestial Alphabet is probably the most well known of all

the angelic scripts. As indicated, it appears in a miscellany of
calligraphical configurations ranging from simple lines to the
following emboldened and outlined format:7
An entire magical system was built around a magical alphabet

comprised of glyphs emboldened in this manner.8 Such fattened
glyphs are at times employed in Hebrew amulets, as indicated in
the following Kamea created for the purpose of finding an answer
to a vexing question, or a beneficial response to a special request:9
In standard Hebrew script the magical inscription reads:
b)m d(w
bm+)m

These three names, which we are informed should be drawn in the
format of the magical seals listed above, are in fact acronyms of the
following angelic names:
l)eymib;)a [l)ebami] l)ikaymi l)eybi(ad; l)ema);(a l)ed;wF

l)eyrI+;ma l)ey(iba+;+a l)eb;)a)a l)ew:mama l)edAb;ba
l)ey+imfb;
Transliteration:
Vadel Amael Daviel Michail [Mivael] Avmiel
Vavdael Mamavel Aavel Tatvaiel Matriel Bmatiel
The magical inscription, the associated angelic names, as well as
five concluding Divine Names should be written on deerskin
parchment, or a sheet of clean, good quality paper. The mentioned
five concluding Names are:
PgAr: PgA+; PgA#; PgAn; PgA);

Transliteration:
gaf ngaf shgaf tgaf rgaf
Thereafter the writing is dissolved in a glass of water, which is then
ingested by the one seeking the spiritual response. This is followed
by spontaneous prayer which does not include any form of
adjuration. We are told that without a doubt, the query will be
answered in dream during sleep, and that this is a tried and tested
technique.10
It should be noted that the first three of the odd sounding
concluding Divine Names, i.e. PgA#; PgAn; PgA);, are also employed in
a somewhat more complex Dream Question procedure.11 In this
regard, one is instructed to carefully wash the body from the hips
downwards. Afterwards the Hashkiveinu prayer is said. It reads:
Myyxl wnklm wndym(hw Mwl#l wnyhl) hwhy wnbyk#h
Kynplm hbw+ hc(b wnnqtw Kmwl# tks wnyl( #wrpw
rbd byw) wnyl(m rshw gnd(b Nghw Km# N(ml wn(y#whw

lcbw wnyrx)mw wnynplm N+# rshw Nwgyw b(rw brxw
Klm l) yk ht) wnlycmw wnrmw# l) yk wnrytst Kypnk
Mwl#lw Myyxl wn)wbw wnt)c rwm#w ht) Mwxrw Nwnx
ht) Kwrb Kmwl# tks wnyl( #rpw Mlw( d(w ht(m
d(l l)r#y wm( rmw# hwhy
Transliteration:
Hashkiveinu YHVH Eloheinu lshalom vha-amideinu
malkeinu lchayim ufros aleinu sukat shlomecha
vtakneinu beitzah tovah milfanecha vhoshieinu lmaan
shmecha vhagen baadeinu vhaser mealeinu oyev dever
vcherev vraav vyagon vhaser satan milfanenu
umeiachareinu uvtzel knafecha tastireinu ki El
shomreinu umatzileinu atah ki El melech chanun vrachum
atah ushmor tzeiteinu uvoeinu lchayim ulshalom
meiatah vad olam ufros aleinu sukat shlomecha baruch
atah YHVH shomer amo Yisrael laad
Translation:
Help us YHVH to lie down in peace, and raise us up, our
King, to life. Spread over us the shelter of Your peace;
guide us with Your good counsel, and save us for the sake
of Your Name, and shield us from foe, pestilence, and from
starvation, sword and anguish. Remove the evil forces that
surround us, and shelter us in the shadow of Your wings, El
who watches over us and delivers us, and El our gracious
and merciful King. Guard our coming and our going, to life
and to peace from now unto eternity. Blessed are You
YHVH, Guardian of Your people Israel forever.
Next, after donning clean clothes and prior to falling asleep, one
has to address the listed Divine Names with strongly focussed
intention (Kavvanah) and in great purity, extend the query to which
one is seeking an answer in sleep and dream, saying:
ynw)rt# Myrwh+hw My#wdqh twm# Mkm h#qbb
ytw#)rm Mkytwm# t) ytxnh# hzh hlylb Mwlxb
)ry) )lw [.....state the question.....] )yh# ytl)# tbw#t
ygIr;na ygIr;)a M#b Mwlk ynmm xk#y )lw dxp) )lw
PgA#; PgAn; PgA); ygIr;sa

Transliteration:
bvakashah mikem shemot ha-kadoshim vha-tehorim
shetaruni bchalom balailah ha-zeh shehenachti et
shmoteichem mrashoti tshuvat sheelati shehi [.....state the
question.....] vlo ira vlo afached vlo yishachach mimeni
klum bshem Argi Nargi Sargi gaf Ngaf Sgaf
Translation:
Please I request from you pure and Holy Names, to receive
in dream this night, in which I put your names under my
head, an answer to my question which is [.....state the
question.....] I will have no fear and I will not be scared,
and I will not forget anything, in the name Argi Nargi Sargi
gaf Ngaf Sgaf
Afterwards write the Divine Names on a kosher scroll, and place
it under your pillow, then go to sleep.
Curiously enough, the earlier listed three Divine Names,
vocalised PgA#f PgAnf PgA)f (Agaf Nagaf Shagaf), are employed in
protection Kameot by both the healthy and the sick during an
epidemic.12 These are also used to halt the spontaneous flow of
semen, i.e. wet dreams, however, in the latter instance the two
vowels employed in sounding these names are the same as in the
earlier addressed amulet.
Elsewhere these three Names, employed without vowels
and conjoined with a fourth Divine, i.e. Pg# Pgs Pgn Pg), are
employed to halt a hemorrhage and the likely death of an
individual, who has suffered a serious injury which has resulted in
excessive and dangerous bleeding.13 In this instance the blood of
the sufferer is used to write the four Divine Names on his or her
forehead, after which the injured individuals head is turned to face
the northern quarter.
Be that as it may, let us now investigate certain Hebrew
based magical alphabets. It is worth considering that there are
several such scripts, called Kolmosin (lit. angelic pens) or ketav
einayim (eye writing), believed to be angelic alphabets. These
are addressed in certain primary Hebrew magical manuscripts,14 as
well as in a number of Latin texts, in which it was surmised these
scripts were derived from the Samaritan alphabet.15 This claim is
debatable, and the origins of these magical alphabets still remain

obscure. It has been noted that whilst in many discussions of
Jewish magic these signs are often referred to as Kabbalistic
signs, they are mostly non-Jewish in origins, and predate the rise
of Kabbalah.16
1. KOLMOSIN MICHAEL:
Alphabets of Michael
Magical alphabets and seals are extensively employed in Jewish
magic for a variety of special purposes. It is in this regard that we
commence our investigation into kolmosin or angelic alphabets
with the Alphabet of Michael.
A set of divergent magical alphabets are titled Kolmos
Michael or Ktav Michael in Jewish magical literature.17 In
order to afford greater insight into these curious Alphabets of
Michael, I have included three of the relevant alphabets in the
following table, since I believe these will offer a broader insight
into this curious angelic alphabet:
Version 118
)
b
g
d
h
Variant19
Version 220
Version 321
w
z
x
+
y
k
K
l
m
M
n
N
s
(
p
P
c
C
q
r
#
t
Perusing the glyphs comprising the various versions of the
Alphabet of Michael, it is clear that in several instances the
differences between letters are so slight that one might easily
mistake one for the other. Consider for example the magical glyphs
of the letters w and z,, which in the first version of the Michael
alphabet appear to be virtually the same. A minor adjustment was
employed in the later variant version in order to show a difference
between the glyphs in question.
Consider also the magical glyphs of the letters c compared
with the magical q in the first version. The only difference appears

to be the horizontal line which in the case of the letter tzadi is in
the centre of the glyph, whilst in the second glyph it is located
more towards the top. As it is, similar problems occur in all
versions of the Kolmosin Michael.
Another point we should keep in mind is the fact that as far
as Magical Alphabets are concerned, there are so many variants
of versions that it is virtually impossible to ascertain the
originals. In this regard the glyphs employed in the first version
and its variant do equate in most instances. Consider for example
the following alternative to the first version of the Alphabet of
Michael:22

In the current instance the magical glyphs of the letters g, k, m, M,
s, p, P, c, q and r are quite different from the listed first version
of the Alphabet of Michael. However, despite the calligraphical
differences in the presentation of several glyphs, it is obvious that
both versions of this magical alphabet were derived from the same
source. In this regard, the variant listed adjacent the first version is,
despite minor differences, only a seventeenth century update. In
that instance the glyphs representing the letters Lamed and Mem
should be switched to align with primary Hebrew sources.
As far as the second listed version of the Alphabet of
Michael is concerned, the situation is, as it were, somewhat more
quirky. It is entirely different from the first listed version, and we
are confronted with certain anomalies arising from the following
incomplete variant of this version:23

Whatever the case may be, the second version of the Alphabet of
Michael and the above variant are respectively employed in their
entirety as protection against the wiles of the demoness Lilit and
other spirit adversaries; the evil machinations of our fellow
humankind; and to acquire loving-kindness and grace.24
The third version of the Alphabet of Michael equally
appears in a number of formats in different manuscripts, and
sometimes as such even in the same manuscript.25 The following
is a version of the same alphabet found in a 17th century Latin
text:26
There are some differences between the current version of this

alphabet and the one listed in the earlier Shoshan Yesod Olam.27
The most problematic is the similarity of the glyphs representing
the letters h and w, which are clearly different in the version listed
earlier.

Now, readers would naturally presume that magical
alphabets such as these are employed to present special
incantations in a written manner. Whilst this has been the case
especially amongst modern magical practitioners, it should be
noted that the set of glyphs comprising a magical alphabet are also
utilised collectively in exact letter order for special purposes.
Consider for example the listed first version of the Kolmosin
Michael, which is employed in amulets to heal and sooth the
throat. In this regard, the instruction is to write the set of glyphs
comprising the said alphabet on clean parchment, or to engrave it
on a little golden platter or disk, and afterwards to tie it directly to
the throat.28.....
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B. Chotamot (Magical Seals)

As seen in the many Kameot as well as other related written
incantations which have survived the travails of time, there have
been over the centuries numerous amulets constructed, in which
glyphs from the magical alphabets feature prominently.84 In certain
instances we might recognise some of the magical letters
employed, but, as said, it is generally quite difficult to ascertain
their exact meaning, or, for that matter, the reasoning behind the
employment of such signs in a particular amulet.

That being said, it is absolutely clear that there always was,
and still is, a fundamental reason for the employment of any
magical glyph in Hebrew amulets, and whilst in many instances
we may not be able to ascertain the exact meaning of these signs,
they are located in an amulet to trigger spiritual potencies in
alignment with the fundamental purpose of the amulet, i.e.
protection, healing, success, etc. Here are a set of amulets
comprised of glyphs derived from the Angelic Alphabets.
The first one appears in the Sefer Raziel.85 It has been
reproduced in a number of tomes dealing with Hebrew amulets,
and I have elected to include it here as well because it pertains to
a fundamental factor of human existence, i.e. finding love, grace,
loving-kindness and mercy. Kameot dealing with such matters
obviously rank amongst the most popular, hence the inclusion of
this amulet for finding favour. In this regard, the instruction is to
write an adjuration and a set of magical seals on a kosher deerskin
scroll. As mentioned elsewhere, a clean sheet of parchment or good
quality paper will suffice. The adjuration reads:
l( why Kdsx hyhy Mlw(b hwhy dsxw )nynxd Km#b
rm(n# qydch Pswy M( hyh# M#k [ynwlp Nb ynwlp]
yny(b wnx t) Ntyw dsx wyl( +yw Pswy t) hwhy yhyw
l)y#bk l)yrw) l)pr l)yrbg l)kym M#b wy)wr lk
why why why hh) hh) hh) hyh) hy hy hy hy hy hy hy
hy why why why why why
Transliteration:
bshimcha dchanina vchesed YHVH bolam yiyeh
chasdecha YHV al [.....Ploni ben Ploni.....] keshem
shehayah im Josef ha-tzadik sheneemar va-yhi YHVH et
Josef (Genesis 39:2) vayet alaiv chesed vyiten et chono
benei kol roav bshem Michael Gavriel Rafael Oriel
Kavshiel YH YH YH YH YH YH YH Ehyeh AHH AHH
AHH YHV YHV YHV YHV YHV YHV YHV YHV YH
Translation:
In your name of grace and loving-kindness YHVH of the
universe, bestow your kindness YHV upon [.....fill in the
name of the recipient.....] in the same way it was with
Joseph the righteous, as it is said and YHVH was with
Joseph (Genesis 39:2), and bestowed mercy on him and

granted him to find favour in the eyes of all who saw him.
In the name of Michael Gavriel Rafael Oriel Kavshiel
YH YH YH YH YH YH YH Ehyeh AHH AHH AHH AHH
YHV YHV YHV YHV YHV YHV YHV YHV YH.86
The mentioned set of magical glyphs are included below the
adjuration, these being:
Whilst it appears the magical signs in this Kamea were derived

from magical alphabets, in the main they are very difficult to
decipher. Be that as it may, the reference to grace in this amulet
is an important one in Hebrew amulets, in which the Hebrew word
Nx (chen gracefulness) features very prominently and is often
conjoined with the word dsx (chesedloving-kindness). Both
these terms are linked to the heart in Kabbalah, hence a number
of Kameot said to affect this specific organ of the human anatomy,
pertain to being granted grace and loving-kindness. This is the
fundamental objective of the earlier addressed Machshavah
amulets the fundamental intention of which is opening the heart.
This is equally the purpose of the following magical seals
said to be good for matters of the heart, and there are certainly
many Kameot composed to engender love. In this regard, it is
understood that love equally equates with grace and
kindness, hence Kameot meant to effectuate love also
incorporate references to gracefulness and loving-kindness, as
indicated in the next set of amulets. As it is, the following amulet
is for love, grace and loving-kindness,87 and all seeking to increase
these qualities in their lives should simply write the following seals
on parchment, or a clean sheet of paper, and carry it on their
person:

In the next amulet for finding favour and love in the eyes of
specific individuals, the magical procedure is somewhat more
intricate. In this instance you are required to write the following
magical seals on the palm of your right hand:
Afterwards the hand with the writing is wiped on your face as you
simultaneously say ten times hwhy yny(b Nx )cm xnw (vnoach
matza chen benei YHVHand Noah found grace in the eyes of
YHVH) [Genesis 6:8]. Continue the procedure by uttering the
following adjuration:
Nb ynwlp] yny(b dsxlw Nxl ynntt# Kynplm Nwcr yhy
[ynwlp
Transliteration:
Yhi ratzon milfanecha shetitneni lchen vlchesed benei
[.....Ploni ben Ploni.....]
Translation:
May it be your will that I will find grace and lovingkindness in the eyes of [.....fill in the Name.....]
Conclude the action by rinsing your hand in a bowl of water, and
then imbibe this infused liquid. One final instruction remains. We
are told that each time you should find yourself in the presence of
the individual whose name you mentioned in your adjuration, i.e.
the one from whom you are seeking favour and kindness, look at
the palm of your right hand and say l)yrw) Nw(rp Nmz (Zman
peiraon OrielPayback time Oriel).88
The next amulet pertains to restoring affection between two
friends. In this regard, we are told that when a conflict ensues
between yourself and a friend, that you should write the following
chotamot (magical seals) on a piece of parchment, which is
afterwards tied to your arm:

We are told that the friend will neither have peace nor find rest,
until the matter is resolved and the friendship restored.89
Now, the following seal pertains to being in love, or to
affection of the mating kind. In this instance, when a woman
openly expresses her desire for a man, he could affirm and, as it
were, seal that attraction by first writing the following seals on
his hand:
This is followed by placing the hand comprising the writing on her

head. We are told that then she will have you.90 I would say if
both parties wanted each other that badly, they could certainly
have each other without any further ado! I suppose one might say
these seals and actions set the right mood and energy like a
spiritual aphrodisiac.....so to speak!
On the other hand, we are informed that when a husband
suspects his wife of infidelity and desires her to tell all, he should
write the following chotamot on his left hand, afterwards placing
it on her heart:91
We are told the lady in question will pour out her heart, revealing
her every action. It is said the situation may be resolved, by her
submitting to a period of around ten days of deliberate fasting and
purification with fully focussed intent. Obviously this entire action
pertains to a very forgiving husband.
Regarding magical seals the fundamental purpose of which
pertains to the generation of love of the more emotional/physical
kind, a fair number can be traced in primary Jewish magical texts,
amongst others the following famous one of which various
versions can be found in primary Jewish magical literature:92.....
Chapter 5
Madim Mars
ANGELS, DEMONS
&
AMULETS FOR PROTECTION
A. Angelic Hosts
t has been said that the religious fancy and speculation of
almost all nations has endeavored to fill a wide gap which
separates man from the lowest animals on the one hand and
from the highest divinity on the other, by imagining the existence
of a host of spirits, good or evil.1 Now, whilst folklorists and a
host of other learned-ists may dismiss spirit forces as mere
fantasies of superstitious religionists, I am fully aware of the
enormous mass of evidence to the existence of Spirit Intelligences
which has impacted humans in both benevolent and malevolent
ways. Hence my query in the Book of Self Creation whether the
scientists non-belief in Spirits preclude the intrusion of such
beings in their activities, and concluded that humans are far more
influenced by so-called spirits than they know about.2
Be that as it may, the names of angelic messengers and
infernal forces appear prolifically in Kameot. In this regard, we are
reminded that within the name, that which bears the name is
present,3 hence the first names of angelic agencies are employed
in Hebrew amulets as virtual conduits of power, each granting a
specific kind of spiritual support towards an appropriately related
physical, mental, emotional or spiritual purpose, the latter being
always in harmony with the fundamental nature of one or more of
these Celestial Intelligences. Thus it has been written There is
not a thing in the world, not even a little herb, over which there is
not an angel set, and everything happens according to the command
of these appointed angels.4
301

We are informed that the elements and all the phenomena
of nature are controlled and produced by the agency of angels,5
hence there are thousands of celestial hosts, i.e. Erelim, Galgalim,
Serafim, etc., ruling over the heights and the depths. Individual
Spirit Intelligences are also assigned the task of overseeing specific
factors of physical existence, i.e. Uriel governs thunder and
earthquakes; Yehuel is in charge of fire; Ruchiel rules the winds,
etc.6 However, sources do not always agree on the exact task of
each Spirit Intelligence, hence l)yrw) (Uriel/Oriel), l)yrbg
(Gavriel), l)ym(r (Ramiel), and others are assigned rulership
over thunder. Thus, when it comes to Angels in Judaism, not to
mention Jewish mysticism, there are enough discrepancies and
inconsistencies to confuse even the most hardnosed scholar.
Yet, whilst there are disagreements galore regarding the
exact designation of an angel, some of the most heated arguments
are reserved for the actual nature of angels, i.e. whether they are
all spirit or sometimes embodied, etc., and consensus is yet to
be reached. For example, consider the famous dispute between
Maimonides and Nachmanides, which so divided the Jewish world.
Some agreed with the rationalist Rambam (Maimonides), whilst
others rationally dismissed him like a spent penny in favour of
the insights of the Ramban (Nachmanides). Regarding the nature
of angels, the Rambam maintained angels are incorporeal, and that
they cannot be perceived in our ordinary awake state. He claimed
the angelic visions of the prophets occurred during sleep.7 On the
other hand, Nachmanides quoted several examples from the
Hebrew Bible where angels appeared in human form and even
pretended to eat. Hence the Ramban insisted that angels can be
perceived via our ordinary senses, and that they do take on human
form.8
As far as depicting celestial beings is concerned, I noted
that humanoid depictions of angels, comprise a relatively late
phenomenon in Jewish writings, and that despite the thou shalt
not statements regarding graven images, there are depictions of
angels in Jewish literature, e.g. Jewish illuminated manuscripts.9 I
also mentioned that those very vivid descriptions of angels in
human and other forms in the holy books of Judaism, have
powerfully impacted on the imagination of the ordinary
worshipper, the indulgence of whose fantasising skills were being
limited only by personal mindsets and many centuries of careful
cultivation and control.10
Angels, Demons & Amulets for Protection / 303

As indicated, it is understood that every single thing in
existence has a Spirit Intelligence overseeing its existence. In this
regard, it is believed that there are also Guardian Angels
overseeing human existence. In fact, each of us is understood to
have two such guardian spirits. As it is, we often see portrayals of
such beings in humanoid form with long hair draping gracefully,
the extended wings of a dove, robed in flowing, mainly white
garments, and gracefully extending a protective hand.
Whilst many would happily acknowledge these sentimental
images, it might come as a surprise to learn that in primary Jewish
magical literature there are also descriptions of very large, heavy
muscled, naked guardian angels, whose appearance is probably
more akin to the Incredible Hulk rather than Superman without
his leotard and fancy cape! For example, one set of instructions
involving the use of Divine Names, amulets, etc., for protection,
also includes the visualisation of two angelic beings accompanying
one like two body guards. To ones right is a naked spirit being who
is riding a white horse and brandishing an unsheathed sword,
whilst to the left there is another, equally naked spirit entity on
foot, who is carrying a spear in readiness to defend against the
onslaught from any would be attacker(s). Elsewhere we find
delineations of equally naked angelic beings, whose bodies are
bristling with all sorts of weaponry.11
Be that as it may, the names of literally hundreds of angels
can be traced in Hebrew amulets, and it is certainly not my
intention to turn this tome into a Dictionary of Angels, or
demons for that matter. However, we might investigate the
primordial powers of some of the most important Spirit Entities
listed in this tome, and also recognise their purpose within the
scheme of creation. In some instances this could be quite a
complex matter, especially when primary sources are not as
comprehensive as one would like them to be, and when there are
differences regarding the basic functions of Spirit Intelligences.
For example, in the Key of Solomon we are informed that
l)yrb (Bariel) is the angel of the fourth pentacle of the planet
Jupiter, the one which we are told serveth to acquire riches and
honor, and to possess much wealth.12 However, this Spirit
Intelligence is another amongst the angels said to be in charge of
thunder,13 and, as noted elsewhere, is associated with the set of five
tri-letter portions of the Name of Seventy-two Names employed
to open the heart to spiritual teachings.14 Of course it could be

said that all of these aspects are in harmony with the expansive
qualities of Jupiter (Jovial) as reflected in the said Spirit
Intelligence.
The same angel is listed amongst a set of Spirit Forces
aligned with the earlier mentioned Sanoi, Sansanoi and Semangelof
in the following most acclaimed amulet from the Sefer Raziel.15 We
are told this is a tried and tested Kamea for the protection of
pregnant women and infants. It is also meant to protect a mother
during birth against bad magical spells and the Evil Eye, so that no
evil or injury may befall her or her baby.
Angels, Demons & Amulets for Protection / 305

Besides the central images of the three famous Angels of
protection, the upper portion of the amulet incorporates a written
adjuration aimed at Lilit, the first Eve. According to Moses
Zacutto the adjuration should read:16
t#l# M#bw Krcwy M#b hnw#)r hwx Kyl( ty(b#)
Myh yy)b Kw)cmw Klyb#b Krcwy xl## Myk)lm
ht) wqyzt )l# Mtwm# )cmt# Mwqmb Mhl t(b#nw
)#y# ym lkl )lw Kytr#mw Kytwnxmm tx) )lw
yn) hp Mybwtkh Mmtwxbw Mtwm#b Nkl Mtwm#
tdlwy t) wqyzt )l# Kytr#mw Kytwnxm t)w K(b#m
)lw Mwyb )l hl dlwn# dlyhlw [tynwlp tb tynwlp]
Mblb )lw M#)rb )l Mt#mb )lw Mlk)mb )l hlylb
#l#b )lw Mhyrby) hnwm#w My(br)w tw)m yn#b )lw
twmtwxhw twm#h xkb Mhydyg h#mxw My#y#w tw)m
Kytr#mw Kytwnxm t)w K(yb#m yn) hl)h
Transliteration:
Ashbeit alecha Chavah rishonah beshem yotzrecha
vbshem shloshet malachim sheshalach yotzrecha
bishvilcha vmatzucha biyei ha-yam vnishbata lahem
bmakom shetimtza shmotam shelo taziku otah vlo achat
mimachanotecha vmeshartecha vlo lkol mi shisa
shmotam lachen bshmotam vbchotamam haktuvim poh
ani mashbiacha vet machanotecha vmeshartecha shelo
taziku et ha-yoledet [.....Plonit bat Plonit.....] vlha-yeled
shenolad lah lo byom vlo blailah lo bmaachalam vlo
bmishtam lo brosham vlo blibam vlo bshnei mot
varbaim vshmoneh evreihem vlo bshlosh mot
vshishim vchamishah gideihem bkoach ha-shemot vhachotamot ha-eleh ani mashbiacha vet machanotecha
vmeshartecha
Translation:
I adjure you First Eve in the Name of your Creator and in
the name of the three Angels your Creator sent to you, and
they found you on the islands of the sea, and you vowed to
them, that in a locale where their names are found, there
will be no harm from you and neither from anyone of your

faction, and your servants, not to any who carry their
Names. Therefore in their Names and seals written here, I
adjure you and your faction and your servants, not to bring
harm to the pregnant woman [.....fill in the Name.....] and
the child which will be born to her, not by day and not by
night; not when eating and not when drinking; not in the
head and not in the heart; and not in the 248 organs and 365
tendons, in the power of these Names and seals I adjure you
and your faction and your servants.
There is also a list of seventy angelic Names at the bottom of the
Kamea. These Names are listed in the amulet, with slight variation
from their appearance in the Sefer Raziel.17 However, once again
the following version is said to be correct:18
l)yklm l)ymwdq l)yrwn l)pr l)yrbg l)kym
l)mr l)yrwc l)ydsx l)ymwt l)ydp l)yqdc
l)yqzx l)yrhl l)yrdw l)yrzg yrwts l)ypwy
l)ynx l)yq) l)yqrb l)(b# l)y#dq l)ymxr
l)ymdq l)ymwr l)yshr l)ynb# l)yklm l)h)l
l)yrz( l)ynm l)y#dq l)mr l)ymkx l)dq
l)yppw( q+rwc l)ydg l)ynq l)ynxm l)mkx
l)yns l)ymwr l)yssr hyzgrdw hynsns l)ymxr
hyryst l)ny( l)kms hyrn l)yrz( l)yrh+
hynxm )ykms l)yrw( hysysp hyrwc l)nr
l)yr(w l)yrkz l)ynwx hyswr++ l)wry hynwnq
l)ynh) l)yrb l)ydg l)ynd
Transliteration:
Michael, Gavriel, Rafael, Nuriel, Kedumiel, Malchiel,
Tzadkiel, Pedeiel [Padiel], Tumiel, Chasdiel, Tzuriel,
Remael, Yofiel, Saturi, Gazriel, Vadriel [Udriel],
Lehariel [Lahariel], Chazkiel, Rachmiel, Kadshiel,
Shvael, Barkiel, Akiel, Chaniel, Lahael, Malchiel,
Shebniel, Rhasiel, Rumiel, Kadmiel, Kadel,
Chochmiel, Ramel, Kadshiel, Mniel, Azriel,
Chachamel, Machniel, Kneiel, Gadiel, Tzurtak,
Ofifiel, Rachmiel, Sansinyah, Udragziyah, Rasasiel,

Rumiel, Sneiel, Tohariel, Azriel, Neryah, Smachel,
Ayinel, Tasiryah, Ronel, Tzuryah, Pesisyah, Iveriel,
Smachia, Machneyah, Kinunyah, Yeruel, Tutrusyah,
Choniel, Zachriel, Vaariel, Daniel, Gediel, Bariel,
Ahaniel
The central portion of the amulet comprises graphic presentations
of the angels Sanoi, Sansanoi and Semangelof, accompanied as
usual by the earlier mentioned phrase Adam vChavah chutz Lilit
(Adam and Eve away Lilit). The following is another stylised
graphic portrayal of the said celestial entities.
We are told the name of the first Angel, ywns (Sanoi [Sanaui
according to Moses Zacutto]), was derived from the initials of three
words in Exodus 30:34 reading tlx#w Ptn Myms (samim nataf
ushcheletsweet spices, stacte, and onycha). In turn the
appellative of the second Spirit Intelligence, ywnsns (Sansanoi
[Sansinaui according to Moses Zacutto]), is a variant of the word
wynsnsb (bsansinavof the boughs thereof) in Song of Songs
7:9 [8]. The third name, Plgnms (Semangelof) is said to have
originated from the words hkz hnblw Myms (samim ulvonah
zakahsweet spices with pure frankincense), also found in
Exodus 30:34.19
As stated earlier, the three mentioned Angels were sent to
restrain and return the demoness Lilit. We are informed that she
requested to be left alone, and pledged that wherever she would
encounter the listed names and images of the three Spirit
Intelligences, she would refrain from working her wicked ways.
However, whilst the presence of these three Spirit Intelligences are
considered vital in the protection of would-be mothers and their
offspring against demonic forces, an inordinate number of angelic
names were, as it were, roped in for additional support.....
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C. Amulets for Protection

I noted elsewhere that Magic is a hand-down of early spiritual
survival systems, which enabled our forefathers to find souls of
their own amongst all kinds of hostile conditions and
circumstances.66 Consensus all round might be that our ancestors
coped with hostilities which no longer impact us, however today
living conditions, whether in the average city or in yet untamed
rural areas, are no less hostile. The sum-total of human suffering all
round is incredible, yet it seems to be considered quite a normal
condition.....as long as it is happening to somebody else!
Be that as it may, it certainly does not take a stretch of the
imagination to comprehend that we live in a world in which
violence and violent crimes proliferate. Some of us might have
elected not to buy into that reality, but for the average citizen
this is indeed a most dangerous world, one in which protection is
sought not only against malevolent powers of the spirit kind, but
also against the malice, enmity, hostility, cruelty and murderous
intentions of the human kind.
Now, it is popularly believed that amulets will protect
wearers against foes, whether these be of the physical or spirit kind.
The powers of a great variety of Divine Names, some quite
standard and others specially constructed from biblical verses, were
called on to guard the vulnerable. Hence it should come as no

surprise that there should be a Hebrew amulet the intention of
which is protection against all kinds of weaponry, i.e. knives, guns,
etc.67
In this regard, those who should find themselves in
circumstances which necessitate this form of safeguard, are advised
to write the following Kamea, commencing with the following
adjuration, comprised of a set of Divine and Angelic Names (which
I have been assured are correct), at the top of deerskin parchment:
l)yrrw( l)yrbw# l)yrrmh l)yrwh l)yrw l)yt(
l)rbw# l)dhdgh l)yrgh l)yrbg l)kym l)yrw#
Mysnwyd Myspsp Mtsp Mtqn) q+rwc qynt( rxbc
#ky dgn Nt# (rq Cty gb) hwhy yty wqk t(w #yl
l)cbq tyc wq# qzp lgy (n+ bqx gtc r+b
h(l) hyp hn)( l)ty#ryh hytsmw l)ynwnmh)
[tynwlp Nb ynwlpl] rwz( h( h(n( Cty gb)
Whilst several of the Divine Names addressed in this tome can be
recognised in this adjuration, some of the Angelic and Divine
Names are most obscure. Transliterated the adjuration might read:
Otiel Variel Horiel Hamaririel Shovriel Ovrariel
Shuriel Michael Gavriel Hagriel Hagdahadel
Shuvarel Tzavchar Atneik Tzurtak Anaktam Pastam
Paspasim Dionsim LYSh VAT KKV YTY YHVH AViGe
YaToTzi KaRo SaTaN NaGiDa YeiCheiSha BiTaRo
TzaTaG CheKeVa TinI YaGaLi PZKei ShuKoVa
TzoYaT Kivetzel Ahamnoniel Vamsatyah Hairoshitel
Oanah Peyah Alaah AViGe YaToTzi Onaah Ah azor l
[.....Ploni ben Plonit.....]
Translation:
Otiel Variel Horiel Hamaririel Shovriel Ovrariel
Shuriel Michael Gavriel Hagriel Hagdahadel
Shuvarel Tzavchar Atneik Tzurtak Anaktam Pastam
Paspasim Dionsim LYSh VAT KKV YTY YHVH AViGe
YaToTzi KaRo SaTaN NaGiDa YeiCheiSha BiTaRo
TzaTaG CheKeVa TinI YaGaLi PZKei ShuKoVa

TzoYaT Kivetzel Ahamnoniel Vamsatyah Hairoshitel
Oanah Peyah Alaah AViGe YaToTzi Onaah Ah extend
help to [.....fill in the name of the recipient.....]
The amulet is completed with magical seals located below the
adjuration. Thereafter the Kamea is worn like a pendant around the
neck of the individual requiring this support.
Whilst it is difficult to ascertain the meaning of most of the

magical glyphs employed, the three signs bottom right, clearly
represent a stylized version of the Divine Name yd#. As
mentioned earlier, this Divine Name features on the front of every
Mezuzah, which I noted is popularly recognised as an effective
shield for ones home against demons and evil spirits.68 In fact,
the Talmud maintains Mezuzot protect homes against harm
[Menachot 33b; Bereshit Rabba 35]. Thus it is believed Mezuzot
keep Mazikin away from ones home. In this regard Rabbi
Menachem Recanati commented, when confronted by the name
of God, which is on the exterior of the mezuzah, these messengers
of harm realize that God is watching over this domicile. He also

suggested the word to be a combination of the words zaz and
mavet which means literally Death: Remove thyself.69
A Mezuzah usually contains a simple scroll. However, in
acknowledging the talismanic qualities of the item, the parchment
is sometimes expanded to include further biblical verses, Angelic
and Divine Names, as well as magical glyphs and seals. It is
believed these will enhance the magical efficacy of a Mezuzah as
a protection amulet. This is very well illustrated in the following
Mezuzah which was published by Joshua Trachtenberg:70
As in the case of all Mezuzot, the major portion of this item is

comprised of Deuteronomy 6:49 [line 16] and Deuteronomy

11:1321 [line 722]. These verses were written over twenty-two
lines, so as to align with the twenty-two letters of the Hebrew
alphabet. To the left of the scroll we trace the Divine Names hy
(Yah) listed twice; the names of seven Spirit Intelligences, i.e.
l)kym (Michael), l)yrbg (Gavriel), l)yrz( (Azriel),
l)yqdc (Tzadkiel), l)ypr# (Sarfiel), l)pr (Rafael) and
l)n( (Anel). These seven angels are said to indicate the seven
Planets as well as the seven days of the week.71
There are three additional angelic names at the bottom of
the amulet, i.e. l)yrw) (Oriel), l)ypwy (Yofiel) and l)ydsx
(Chasdiel). Thus there are in fact ten listed Spirit Intelligences in
this Mezuzah. There are also ten Pentagrams which, we are told,
represent the Ten Commandments, whilst the fifty endings of the
Pentagrams (five per Pentagram) reference the Fifty Gates of
Understanding as well as the fifty days of the giving of the Law
between the Festivals of Passover and Pentecost.72
I would like to think that this scroll was written by a
Kabbalist who intended the ten pentagrams to reference the ten
sefirot. There are also ten little circles interspersed throughout the
main text of this Mezuzah scroll. These, we are told represent the
ten elements of the human body. Five of them are said to refer to
the five names of the soul, whilst the concluding three at the
bottom indicate the three faculties of hearing, sight and speech,
etc.73
Be that as it may, interspersing the seven angelic names to
the left, are the seven words comprising Psalm 121 :5 reading:
Knymy dy l( Klc hwhy Krm# hwhy
Transliteration:
YHVH shomrecha YHVH tzilcha al yad yeminecha
Translation:
YHVH is thy keeper; YHVH is thy shade upon thy right
hand.
There are also a number of obscure magical seals, some on the
front and others on the rear of the scroll. Those located on the back
of the scroll are carefully positioned so as to align with certain

words on the front. In this regard, the Name/Seal
is
located directly behind the opening word of Deuteronomy 11:13 in

line 7, i.e. hyhw (vhayahand it will be); and the magical
seal
is positioned directly behind the words
Mym#h ymyk (kimei ha-shamayimas the days of heaven) in

line 21. The combination
is located at the
bottom of the rear portion of the scroll, and two further magical
seals, i.e.
and
, are likewise added to the back in
unspecified locations.74
In conclusion we are told all of these features make it
sufficiently evident that during the Middle Ages the mezuzah
acquired all the trappings of the legitimate amulet, becoming one
in actuality as well as by reputation.75
When it comes to Divine Names being employed as
safeguards against the onslaughts of infernal forces, the Forty-two
Letter Name certainly ranks amongst the most important. It should
be remembered that this unique Divine Name is aligned with
Gevurah (Might/Severity) on the sefirotic tree, hence even the
smallest portion of this Divine Name is employed for some or
other, as it were, power purpose. For example, regarding the
biblical saga on the splitting of the sea, we are told that the
Divine One accomplished this miraculous deed by means of the
expression (rq.
This tri-letter construct comprises the first portion of the
combination N+# (rq (Kra SatanTear Satan). In turn, the
latter expression is the second of the seven divisions of the Fortytwo Letter Name, and is often employed in conjunction with the
Name yd# (Shadai) for purposes of protection. In this regard, we
are told that those who are afflicted by an evil spirit should acquire
an amulet comprised of the Divine Name N+# (rq written with
itw erq
tagin on deerskin parchment, i.e.

. As said before,
a clean sheet of good quality paper will serve very well in the
writing of such amulets. On completion, the amulet should be

carried on the person of the afflicted individual.76
Another talismanic use of the Forty-two Letter Name
pertains to the Divine Name bnq) (Akanav), which is an acronym
of both the biblical phrase Nn)b yttn yt#q t) (et kashti natati
beananI have set My bow in the cloud) (Genesis 9:13), and
the first four six-letter sets of the Forty-Two Letter Name, i.e.
gtcr+b #kydgn N+#(rq Ctygb) (Avgitatz Karastan
Nagdichesh Batratztag). Regarding the latter affiliation, it should
be noted that, like the Forty-two Letter Name, the Name bnq)
pertains to the sphere of Gevurah on the sefirotic tree. 77
As mentioned elsewhere, this Name has the power to
make you brave and strong, so as to survive in a place of danger.
It further has the power to chase away demons.78 In this regard,
one has to engrave the Name bnq) (Akanav) on a silver disc to be
worn as a Kamea on ones person. Then, whenever one finds
oneself in circumstances requiring its power, one simply visualises
bnq) as ones Kavvanah, ones fully focussed attention, is brought
to bear on the situation at hand, whilst at the same time reciting
mentally the mentioned four sets of the Forty-two Letter Name.79
We are informed that there are numerous Shedim (demons)
who are inclined to hunt and attack humans. Amongst this group
of malevolent forces, there is apparently a silent faction named
Nprwt (Torfan). Whilst this lot appears to not speak and to
maintain a gloomy disposition, they do tend to use a kind of sign
language, i.e. hinting their intentions with their hands in a morose
manner. We are told that they especially attack the human heart,
but they can be resisted during daylight hours. Hence, when an
individual is experiencing some form of physical stress or pain
around the heart, an individual bringing health should whisper the
following words in the ear of the sufferer:.....
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Chapter 6
Tzedek Jupiter
KAMEOT FOR
HEALTH, WEALTH
&
HAPPINESS
A. Health & Healing
aintaining good health throughout ones natural life is a
major issue for all of us. We appear to be extremely
vulnerable, and the onset of sudden sickness and
disabilities are constant reminders of just how vulnerable we
mortals are. Come to think of it, the sum-total of human suffering
all round must be incredible, and yet it seems to be considered
quite a normal condition in this world, as long as it is happening to
somebody else. It should therefore come as no surprise that next to
protection amulets, those promoting health must be ranked
amongst the most popular.
I have broached the topic of magical healing elsewhere,1
and will in the current instance focus on the use of Kameot in the
promotion of healing and good health. In this regard we might
commence with a careful investigation of pterygomas.
Etymologically the term pterygoma refers to something wing
shaped. In the current instance, this term is employed in reference
to the reduction of words, phrases, the names of demonic entities,
etc., employed in magical amulets, this being done one letter at a
time in order to sympathetically diminish and annihilate their
impact in the lives of those impacted by malevolent forces.
The most famous pterygoma must assuredly be the
)rbdk)rb) (Abracadabra) formula.2 It was often used in the
form of a pterygoma to dispel inflamation and fever, and for this
purpose it was usually written in the following manner on a piece
347

of pure sheepskin parchment. The belief is that the word being
reduced to nothing, would take the fever with it and likewise
dwindle it to zero:
r
b
b
d
b
d
k
d
k
)
d
k
)
r
k
)
r
b
k
)
r
b
)
)
r
b
)
)
r
b
)
r
b
)
r
b
)
b
)
b
)
Having addressed the term Abracadabra and some related magical

expressions to some extent in The Book of Sacred Names,3 I will
add here further clarification and talismanic uses which are not
addressed in the mentioned tome. In this regard, a most important
amulet comprises the Nwlqrb)/swlqrb) (Abrakolos/
Abrakolon) pterygomas which are closely related to the
Abracadabra pterygoma, and are likewise meant to reduce a raging
fever, and to invoke healing for all kinds of contagious diseases. In
fact, the term swlqrb) (Abrakolos) is said to be the name of the
Prince of Fever.4
We are instructed to engrave the Nwlqrb)/swlqrb)
(Abrakolos/ Abrakolon) Kamea on a small square plate made of
lead, and to do so in the name of the individual requiring healing.
Furthermore, this action should be executed with new knife
comprising a black handle. The amulet is comprised of two
virtually identical formats, these being respectively inscribed on the
front and the rear of the amulet. As shown in the following
illustration, the swlqrb) (Abrakolos) pterygoma is employed on
the front of the leaden square, and the Nwlqrb) (Abrakolon) one
on the rear:5
Kameot for Health, Wealth & Happiness / 349

Front
Rear
Beside the mentioned pterygomas, both sides of the Kamea

comprise the same header and central incantation. The header
reads:
[ynwlp Nb ynwlp]l )n )pr )n l) l)r#y yhl) hwhy M#b
txdq ylwxm hmyl# h(wpr

Transliteration:
Bshem YHVH Elohei Yisrael El na rfa na l[.....Ploni ben
Ploni.....] rfua Shleimah mcholei kadachat
Translation:
In the Name YHVH, God of Israel, please El bring healing
to [.....name of afflicted individual....], complete recovery
from the raging fever sickness.
Next the central written adjuration reads:
Kk txdqh r# l# M#h hz Klwhw +(mtm# M#k
wnmm qltsyw [ynwlp Nb ynwlp]m txdqh ylwx +(mty
Mymb trpw(k llcwyw )br )mwhtd )bqwnl Klyw
hl(y )lw wdqpy )lw wrkzy )l r#) Mwqmb Myryd)
wyrb)b# dx) rb)b )lw [ynwlp Nb ynwlp] bl l(
[xcn hls Nm)] n~s) [ynwlp Nb ynwlp] l# wpwg lkb#
Nwcr yhy Nkw
Transliteration:
Kshem shemitmaet vholech zeh ha-shem shel sar hakadachat kach yitmaet cholei ha-kadachat mi[.....Ploni ben
Ploni.....] vyistalek mimeno vyelech lnukva dthoma
raba vyotzlal keoferet bmayim adirim bmakom asher lo
yizkeru vlo yipakdu vlo yaaleh al lev [.....Ploni ben
Ploni.....] vlo bevar echad shvevarav shbkol gufo shel
[.....Ploni ben Ploni.....] omein selah netzach vken yhi
ratzon
Translation:
Like this name dwindles down, this name of the prince of
fever, so shall the fever sickness dwindle from [.....name of
afflicted individual....], and depart from him and go to a
great desolate abyss and sink like lead in mighty waters in
a place where it will not be remembered, and not be
missed, and not rest on the heart of [.....name of afflicted
individual....], and not in a single organ of all the parts of
the entire body of [.....name of afflicted individual.....]
Amen Selah and thus be it so willed.

We are instructed to draw a line below this written incantation, and
to write the words wht Mwht (thom tohuthe depths of
desolation) three times below it.
As you might imagine, the earlier mentioned Abracadabra
and associated pterygomas are not the only ones employed in the
reduction of fevers. The following pterygoma is utilised for the
very same purpose:6
swny+wnkw)
swny+wnkw
swny+wnk
swny+wn
swny+w
swny+
swny
swn
sw
s
Transliteration:
OChNOTINOS
ChNOTINOS
NOTINOS
OTINOS
TINOS
INOS
NOS
OS
S
Derived from the writings of Eleazer of Worms,7 or Yehudah ben
Attar according to others,8 there are additional practical
complexities in the employment of this formula. We are instructed
to write it on the shell of an unboiled egg. This is followed by
roasting the egg in an open fire, after which its contents are
consumed by the one suffering from fever. The remaining shell
fragments are further incinerated, during which process the smoke
produced by the eggshells is inhaled by the sufferer.....
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B. Wealth & Success

There are many interesting Segulot (magical actions or remedies)
employed for the invocation, as it were, of abundance. These
range from the simplest requirements as far as livelihood is
concerned, to incantations in which the invocant is literally
seeking cartloads of superabundant rewards for personal benefit
and enjoyment. And why not? My late friend Nechamah Schiff
would have said, you only get what you think you deserve!
Be that as it may, magical procedures sometimes include
the permutation of Divine Names in a manner similar to the
arrangement of letters and words in some of the magic squares
and amulets shared in this tome. The idea is that one should utter
the words in a great variety of combinations, as shown in the
following amulet, which I am told, is used for the creation of
abundance. Whilst this one is in English, I have been informed
there are Hebrew, German and Yiddish versions. I have not
actually seen any of the latter, however the one shared could easily
be adapted into other tongues, provided one keeps the simple
rhyming and rhythmic quality of the words. In English the
incantation reads Please Sire, Grant Desire, Forgive Error,
Banish Terror.35 These words are arranged in a magic square
which forms the very basis of its subsequent use as a magical
procedure, like this:

Please
Sire
Grant
Desire
Forgive
Error
Banish
Terror
Sire
Please
Desire
Grant
Error
Forgive
Terror
Banish
Grant
Desire
Forgive
Error
Banish
Terror
Please
Sire
Desire
Grant
Error
Forgive
Terror
Banish
Sire
Please
Forgive
Error
Banish
Terror
Please
Sire
Grant
Desire
Error
Forgive
Terror
Banish
Sire
Please
Desire
Grant
Banish
Terror
Please
Sire
Grant
Desire
Forgive
Error
Terror
Banish
Sire
Please
Desire
Grant
Error
Forgive
First one has to memorize the initial phrase, which is not a difficult
matter. Next, one has to slowly visualize and construct the entire
code, i.e. the entire magic square in ones mind. When I did this
some years back, it appeared quite a daunting task, but it was
actually quite easily mastered. For example, start by reading the top
line over and over for a few minutes. Affirm the position of each
word. Then close your eyes, and visualize the same whilst uttering
the words. Open your eyes, and scrutinize the next line comprising
permutations of each word pair, i.e. (upper line) Please Sire
(next line) Sire Please; (upper line) Grant Desire (next line)
Desire Grant; etc. Read each upper pair followed by the
permutation for a couple of minutes, and then close your eyes again
and visualize the entire pattern mentally whilst uttering the words.
This might require a little practice for say about fifteen minutes.
If you are able to execute this part of the pattern with some
ease, you have more or less mastered the basics of the procedure.
Then you can continue assembling the construct by reading the
same pattern down the two left side columns of the magic square.
Slowly study the pattern until you can recognize its patterns and are
able to conjure it in its entirety in your mind. At this stage you
would be ready to use it as a most potent invocation, comprising
both the visualization and verbalization. The words are then
expressed rhythmically, permuted and read in as many ways and
directions as one can the more complex the better.
It is said, that the procedure is completed when, during the
procedure, one begins to loose the desire for the end result, and
when the words as well as their component letters are beginning to
be but sounds without specific meanings, i.e, one is no longer, as
it were, forcing the words into the fixed meanings set by ones
desire. It is said that the action is halted when this stage is reached,
and then one has to forget the entire action so as to allow the real

forces behind the words to get on with the job, or, as my late
mentor William Gray used to say, Now Leave well alone!!
There are many amulets pertaining to acquiring wealth and
encouraging success in ones monetary affairs, of which we are able
to share only a few in this already overly large tome on Hebrew
magical seals and amulets. In this regard, the following letter
square comprises the simplest amulet employed for success in
business:
To date I have not found information regarding the origins of this

amulet, or any details as to the meaning of its content. However, in
this instance the only requirement is to inscribe the image, i.e. lines
and letters, on a small leaden or pewter disc or square, and then to
carry it on your person in all circumstances, whether these be social
or business.36
As far as improving financial earnings is concerned, we are
informed that the following Kamea for success from the Book of
Raziel,37 is employed to expedite this very purpose, and, with
Divine support, to also have great success in all manner of
negotiations:

The biblical phrase associated with this Kamea is Psalms 45:4 [5]
reading:
Krwtw qdc hwn(w tm) rbd l( bkr xlc Krdhw
Knymy tw)rwn
Transliteration:
va-hadarcha tzlach rchav al dvar emet va-anvah tzedek
vtorcha noraot yminecha
Translation:
And in thy majesty prosper, ride on, in behalf of truth and
meekness and righteousness; and let thy right hand teach
thee tremendous things.
It is worth noting that Psalm 45:4 [5], the verse associated with the
amulet in question, was itself sometimes reconstituted into a set of
ten Divine Names employed to enhance or expand, as it were, the
powers of success in amulets constructed for financial matters,
or as an additional aid to furthering success in business. The
Names are:
nwlx wqdl rdbc )crK wh)r Ktwmd nynth ym(ww
rwbk Kt(r
As you have probably noticed, the first letters of the ten Divine
Names, read in the normative manner, incorporate the first two
words of the verse and the first two letters of the third word. Next,
reversing the flow, i.e. commencing with the second letter of the
tenth Name, then reading backwards the second letters of the other
Names and working upwards towards the first Name, will offer us
the concluding letter of the third word, the fourth, fifth and sixth
words of the verse in question, as well as the first letter of the
seventh word. Continuing the flow by reversing direction again and
reading the third letter of each Name back down to that of the tenth
Name, will in turn provide the remainder of the seventh word, the
eighth word, and the first three letters of ninth word. Finally,
reversing the flow once again and reading the fourth letters of the
ten Divine Names backwards and upwards, we are presented with
the last two letters as well as the concluding two words of Psalm
45:4 [5].

This is certainly one of the most interesting ways, amongst
the many employed in the construction of highly specialised Divine
Names from unique Biblical verses. However, as far as the use of
this verse in the current amulet is concerned, the appropriate word
to keep in mind is xlc (Tzelach), translated prosper in the
English Bible. However, it also means succeed which is the
fundamental intention behind this amulet. In fact, the Kamea
construct comprises mainly the word xlc (Tzelach) and some
permutations of the same, e.g. xcl top left and twice lcx located
bottom right and left. In this regard it should be noted that writing
permutations of words representing vital components of the basic
intention of the individual requiring an amulet, is fairly common in
Hebrew amulets.
Beside the term Tzelach and its permutations, we note the
combination hy (Yah) which is an acknowledged abbreviation of
the Ineffable Name, and a Divine Name in itself. The double YH
appearing in the amulet could be read conjointly, i.e. Yiyeh
meaning will be. As you probably noticed, there are also two
adjacent letters ) (Alef) positioned centrally, and separated by a
short vertical line with a circle on top which divides the amulet in
half. I do not recall these two letters Alef in the amulet being
always read conjointly. However, I was informed that they are in
fact abbreviations of Hebrew words. As it is, there are literally
thousands of abbreviations in the Hebrew language, especially in
Rabbinical and Hebrew spiritual literature. In fact, there are so
many, that the average individual who speaks Hebrew as his or her
mother tongue, is unfamiliar with most of them.
If we read the double )) combination as a Hebrew
abbreviation, it could have a number of meanings, depending on
context, e.g. Amen Amen; Adonai Elohecha (Lord your God); Ani
Omer (I say); etc. In the current instance the abbreviation could
well mean Amen Amen, but I have also been told that each of these
letters in combination with the first two letters of the Ineffable
Name repeated in the amulet, are hidden references to the Sacred
Name hyh) (Ehyeh).
The bottom portion of the Amulet comprises three images
of the Shield of David, on each of which are superimposed the
four letters comprising the Ineffable Name, as well as yd#
(Shadai), the great Name of Protection. It should be noted, there is

also a set of Divine Names affiliated with this Amulet for
Success we are addressing, the one given in the printed text of the
Sefer Raziel being:
Krksms ym+ gs KIz( Mtykkm gz krk Pn+ dkmns
rdqtq ssykh
A very different version appears in the Sefer Rafael ha-Malach,38
and I am informed that there are also variations to be found in the
various manuscripts of the Sefer Raziel. Moses Zacutto, who
examined all sources of this amulet, maintained in the Sefer
Shorshei ha-Shemot39 the correct Names to be:
rbsds )t+ Nshzs ddy bkm gz rrk Pg+ rbmns
bh)d) dsqbsh
According to Moses Zacutto these Names should be vocalised:
Sanamavra tgaf brar zag mchav yded szahsan tete sdosvra
hosvakosd idiheva
A most pleasing incantation is included with the amulet. It reads:
hwct# l)r#y yhl) hwhy Kynplm Nwcr yhy
[ynwlp Nb ynwlp] tyb l) )bl wl) Kyk)lml
h#(m lkbw wtrwxsb wtw) wxylcyw wm( tkllw
Nyb Mwyb Nyb hlwdg hxwrhbw hxlchb wydy
Nyb ry(b Nyb tybl Cwxb Nyb tybb Nyb hlylb
wy#(mb wbyxry #wdqh Kmtwxw Km#w ry(l Cwxb
hls Nm) [ynwlp Nb ynwlp]l wxylchw wtybbw
Transliteration:
Yhi ratzon milfanecha YHVH Elohei Yisrael shettzaveh
lmalachecha elu lavo el bet [.....Ploni ben Ploni.....]
vlalechet imo vyatzlichu oto bischorato uvchol maaseh
yadav bhatzlachah uvharvachah gdolah bein ba-yom
bein ba-lailah bein ba-bayit bein bchutz la-bayit bein ba-ir

bein bchutz la-ir vshimcha vchotamcha ha-kadosh
yarchivu bmaasav uvveito vhatzlichu li-[.....Ploni ben
Ploni.....] Omein Selah
Translation:
May it be your will YHVH, God of the God-wrestler, to
command your angels to visit the house of [.....insert the
name of individual], to accompany him, to make him
successful with all his endeavours, and bring success in all
his actions [works of his hands], and great expansion,
whether in the day, whether in the night; whether at home,
whether outside the house; whether in the city, whether
outside the city; and in Your Name and with Your Holy
Seal magnify his actions, and expand his house, and bring
success to [.....insert the name of individual.....] Amen
Selah.
I was informed that the entire construct, i.e. the biblical verse, the
set of Divine Names, the magical seals, as well as the incantation,
should be written on a kosher parchment, traditionally deerskin.
It works equally well when written on a clean sheet of good quality
white paper. Thereafter the completed Kamea is carried on the left
side of the individual for whom the amulet was written.
Now, amongst the easiest ways in which an amulet is
employed to achieve success must be the one recommended in the
oft mentioned Sefer Shimmush Tehillim (Magical Use of
Psalms), in which we are instructed to write Psalm 108, e.g. on a
clean sheet of paper or parchment, and then to bury it at the
entrance of ones residence. In this instance, it is said success in all
ones business endeavours is assured.40.....
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Chapter 7
Shabetai Saturn
PATTERNS, SHAPES
&
SIZES
A. Chabusa: Six-petalled Rosette
marvel at how people simply buy into the most preposterous
rubbish, and it would seem they actually relish being led by the
nose. I have lost count of the number of times correspondents
have tried to convince me of the verity of the most blatant
nonsense, by informing me that it is the absolute truth since they
have seen it written in black and white. In the current instance it
was on Wikipedia, which my correspondent maintained is a most
reliable resource. As it is, Wikipedia certainly offers information
but can hardly be construed trustworthy. In numerous instances this
resource is dishing up the biggest boloney as fact.
I am presently specifically referring to the ramblings of an
individual who styles himself the direct descendent of the biblical
Melchizedek, and who claims grand galactic origins as well as an
equally grand design for himself. Of course, this character is
certainly not the first amongst a number of 20th century would-be
messiahs, who have commandeered and abused the identity of
the legendary biblical Priest-King. However, he is apparently the
first to have misappropriated an ancient, simple, and very popular
geometric design, newly styled the flower of life, to which he
assigned a lot of browbeating pseudo-scientific twaddle. It would
seem that subsequently all and sundry are satisfied to dance merrily
to the crazy rhythms of this off-beat tune!
Now, the image in question is generally known as the sixpetalled rosette, a most popular ancient geometric design, carved
on ancient Middle Eastern sarcophagi, ossuaries, etc.1 It was also
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employed as a decorative design in Jewish legal documents like
Ketubot [marriage agreements]; prayer books; illuminated
manuscripts, etc.,2 as well as in a variety of Hebrew amulets.3 In
fact, it is the simplest geometric design which can be drawn with
any flat circular object. I constructed it when I was six years old
with the aid of a lid of a canned fruit bottle, and was very proud of
my discovery only to be later greatly disappointed at my lack of
originality, when the very same image was shown to me in
published format.
As it is, the design in question is widely used in traditional
folk art, some even calling it a hex sign.4 It appears in both the
most simple format, and in more complex and expanded versions
as shown in the examples below:
As hinted above, throughout the ages the popularity of these

designs is due to the fact that the basic image is easily drawn with
any circular object, i.e. the edge of a cup, etc. Researching its
inclusion in Hebrew amulets, I have recently perused various
examples of its uses in the arts and crafts of Kurdistani Jews,
which include magical items like amulets.5 These people referred
to this image as a Chabusa, i.e. a quince design. The Hebrew for
the quince-fruit is chabush, which the Kurdistanis thought this
image represented. Others called it an apple design, and others
still thought it representative of a lily, the six-petalled Shoshan on
which, it has been claimed, the Magen David (Shield of David)
is based. In fact, the design in question and the hexagram often
complemented each other on the walls of ancient synagogues, like
the famous one of Kfar Nachum (Capernaum); or the synagogue of
Kfar Shura near Rosh Pina in Israel; etc.6
So, in contrast to the many fanciful notions regarding the
derivation of the six-petalled rosette, its origins are really quite
simple and far removed from all the fictitious extraterrestrial
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jabber. Be that as it may, a very beautiful 18/19th century silver
necklace from Kurdistan, comprised of a set of five circular
amulets, which is currently part of the Feuchtwanger collection of
Kameot, is a magnificent example of the employment of the sixpetalled rosette in Hebrew amulets.7 The following illustration is
a graphic representation of the central main Kamea:
This amulet is comprised of the Forty-two Letter Name of God

including the abbreviation wlmk#b, the latter being a reference to
the oft mentioned standard concluding phrase Baruch Shem Kvod
Malchuto lOlam Vaed; Nmgr) (Argaman) which we noted is an
acronym constructed from the initials of the names of the
archangels l)yrw) (Oriel), l)pr (Rafael), l)yrbg (Gavriel),
l)kym (Michael) and l)yrwn (Nuriel); and concluding with the
Name yd# (Shadai).
Perusing certain amulets, an individual might think they are
much too large to wear as a pendant, yet the size of the amulet is
not important at all. In fact, you can make it as small as you like.
The only real proviso I have regarding metal amulets, pertains to
the edges. These should be rounded and worked in a manner so as
not to cut or hurt the one who wears it under a garment against his
or her body.

Another personal recommendation is that the writing on the
amulet should comprise proper, square Hebrew lettering, as shown
above. Some would insist that the glyphs should be ashurit, and an
amulet of this nature could be made of any metal really, though I
would personally construct or have it constructed in silver, always
in accordance with exact specifications. Of course, a little ring has
to be added to the top of the amulet if it is to worn like a pendent
around the neck.
In the case of a young child being introduced to wearing an
amulet, I would suggest that the youth don it for brief periods when
in the company of a parent. The amulet should however be
removed when the child is on his or her own. Otherwise the Kamea
could be pinned on the inside of clothes, say to the inside of the
vest so that it rests against the body, where it would not be
bothersome and constantly remind the youth of its presence. It is
important to remember that children should wear amulets under
their clothes where nobody sees them. When they become
teenagers, they may wear them more openly if circumstances allow
and if they so wish.
B. MENORAH: Seven-branched Candelabrum

Next to the Magen David (Star of David), the Menorah ranks
amongst the most common iconographic designs employed in the
ornamentation of synagogues, as well as in Shiviti meditational
plaques and amulets.8 As indicated earlier, Psalm 67, the Menorah
Psalm, is often arranged in the format of the seven-branched
candelabrum, which I mentioned is extensively employed in a
variety of Hebrew amulets. However, it should be noted that the
Menorah Psalm often appears in conjunction with other prayers,
etc., all presented in Menorah formats. Amongst these the most
popular is Psalm 121, the menorah format of which we have
addressed earlier, and the well known Ana Bechoach prayer, the
latter appearing many times in the following arrangement in Shiviti
amulets:
The Ana Bechoach prayer reads:

hrwrc rytt Knymy tlwdg xkb )n)
)rwn wnrh+ wnbg# Km( tnyr lbq
Mrm# tbbk Kdwxy y#rwd rwbg )n
Mlmg dymt Ktqdc ymxr Mrh+ Mkrb
Ktd( lhn Kbw+ bwrb #wdq Nysx
Kt#wdq yrkwz hnp Km(l h)g dyxy
twmwl(t (dwy wntq(c (m#w lbq wnt(w#
d(w Mlw(l wtwklm dwbk M# Kwrb

Transliteration:
Ana Bechoach Gdulat Yemincha Tatir Tzrurah
Kabel Rinat Amchah Sagvenu Taharenu Nora
Na Gibor Dorshei Yichudcha Kevavat Shomrem
Barchem Taharem Rachamei Tzidkatcha Tamid Gomlem
Chasin Kadosh Brov Tuvcha Nahel Adatecha
Yachid Geeh Leamcha Pneh Zochrei Kdushatecha
Shavatenu Kabel Ushma Tzaakatenu Yodea Taalumot
Baruch Shem Kvod Malchuto lOlam Vaed
Translation:
Please now with might, with the strength of your right,
untie the bound.
Accept our song, strengthen us, purify in awe.
Awesome in grace, we who see you as One, guard from
harm.
Cleanse us and bless, mix mercy with justice, and always
redeem.
Holy power, in your great goodness, guide your people.
Exalted unique, turn to us, who recall your holiness.
Receive our cry, hear our plea, you know what is hidden.
Blessed is the Name, glorious your kingdom, throughout
space and time.9
As mentioned in the previous volume of this series, the Ana
Bechoach prayer is attributed to the Talmudic mystic Rabbi
Nechunia ben Hakanah, however it originated at a much later date.
As noted previously, the prayer comprises forty-two words, the
initials of which spell the Forty-two Letter Name of God. The
concluding stanza was appended as an affirmation of the entire
prayer.10
As noted, several Psalms and prayers have been employed
in the format of the Menorah, sometimes singly and at times
conjointly as shown in the following set of six Menorah constructs,
which were employed collectively in a single Shiviti amulet:

This collection of menorah shaped Psalms/Prayers comprises, from
left to right, Psalms 23; 126; 67; the Ana Bechoach Prayer;
Psalm 121 and Psalm 54.
C. MAGEN DAVID: Shield of David

The hexagram (Magen David) is extensively employed in Hebrew
amulets, as you have undoubtedly noticed from several Kameot
shared in this tome. As it is, the six-pointed star has been doing the
rounds for several millennia. We are told that it appears as early
as the Bronze age and is at home in cultures and civilizations
widely removed in time and geographic area, and it is speculated
that it might have always had magical connotations.11 However,
it would seem that, despite its appearance in the stonework of
ancient synagogues,12 Hebrew manuscripts, etc., until the 18th
century it had no distinctly Jewish symbolic connotation.13
Whatever the case may be, whether termed hexagram,
Shield of Solomon, or Star of David, this symbol is
acknowledged as a most important symbol in the magical traditions
of various nations. It features equally prominently also in Jewish
Magic, and assuredly counts amongst the most popular symbols
employed in Hebrew amulets. Whilst the six-pointed star is
employed as the single symbol indicating our identity as Jews, I
have noted elsewhere that the two interlaced triangles of the
hexagram comprise the symbol of Metatron, the holy intermediary
between heaven and earth.14 In this regard, the hexagram is
employed as a Kamea, with or without accompanying Divine
Names.
The most important Divine Name employed in conjunction
with the Magen David is the earlier addressed Name yd# (Shadai).
In numerous metal amulets, i.e. pendants, lockets, bracelets, rings,
etc., this Divine Name is engraved in the centre of the Star of
David. As noted earlier, This Divine Name is at times represented
by a single # (Shin) located similarly, as shown below:
Whilst these Shadai amulets are mostly quite simple, some are
comprised of several Divine Names and Hebrew phrases employed
in conjunction with the Divine Name yd# (Shadai), as shown
below:
In this instance, the construct is comprised of the Divine Names

hyp+p+ (Taftafyah), yd# (Shadai), tw)bc (Tzvaot), and the
earlier mentioned phrase Ngm l( )bc lo( (al tzva al magen).
Whilst we have considered the hexagram from the
perspective of a simple line drawing, the image itself is at times
comprised of Divine Names. In this regard, consider the following
Kamea which is employed to protect one against any sickness and
any other malevolent matter which one may encounter in the
world.15
We are instructed to write this Kamea on a piece of deerskin

parchment, or clean paper. This is done by:
a.
2.
3.
first outlining the Magen David and circle in light

pencil lines.
Next, commencing at the top of the upper triangle
of the hexagram and tracing downwards along the
left angle, write the first three full spellings of the
Ineffable Name pertaining to the four worlds, i.e.
yh wyw yh dwy [b(AV (AtzilutEmanation)];
yh w)w yh dwy [gsSaG) (BriahCreation)];
and )h w)w )h dwy [hmMaH (Yetzirah
Formation)].
Then, in the manner depicted in the illustration,
continue by adding the fourth full spelling of the
Ineffable Name along the bottom line, i.e.
hh ww hh dwy [NbBaN (AsiyahAction)].
4.
5.
6.
7.
Complete the bottom line by adding three full

spellings of why, i.e. wyw yh dwy, w)w )h dwy, and
ww hh dwy.
Finally, conclude tracing the upper triangle of the
hexagram, by writing in the manner depicted, from
the bottom right corner upwards towards the top of
the triangle the three permutations of hyh)
(Ehyeh), i.e. yh dwy yh pl); hh dwy hh pl);
and )h dwy )h pl).
Next, commencing at the top right corner, trace
from right to left the three lines of the lower
triangle by writing the three permutations of
Myhl) (Elohim) respectively along the three lines,
these being (top) Mm dwy yh dml pl); (left
down) Mm dwy hh dml pl); and ending with
(right up) Mm dwy )h dml pl). This concludes
the construction of the Shield of David.
Turn your attention to writing the Name yhnwdh)y
(YAHDVNHY) in the centre of the seal, which is the
earlier addressed intertwined combination of hwhy
(YHVH) and ynd) (Adonai).
In conclusion the hexagram is encircled with the
seven six-letter portions of the Forty-two Letter
Name of God, these being again:
(n+bqx gtcrtb #kydgn n+#(rq ctygb)
tycwq# qzplgy
Starting top centre, write the seven letter sets
comprising this Name down the left and up the
right, ending again centre top.
If you should write the Kamea for a certain individual, you should
keep his or her name in mind whilst writing the Divine Names, so
as to achieve a Divine Union between that individual and the
Eternal One. In fact, prior to writing the amulet, you should say the
following adjuration:.....
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Sanctuary, Institute of Religious Iconography, State University
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Leiden 1994.
Huberman, I.: Ibid.
Scholem, G.: The Curious History of the Six Pointed Star,
published in Commentary Vol. 8, December 1949.
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Toldotov shel Semel, Mishkan le-Omanut, Ein Harod 2008.
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A.: Meditation and Kabbalah, Op. cit.
Ibid.
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Ibid.
Ibid.
Slouschz, N.: Travels in North Africa, Op. cit.
Ibid.
Ibid.
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Mysticism, Op. cit.
Zacutto, M.: Ibid.
Etkes, I.: The Besht: Magician, Mystic and Leader, Op. cit.
Knight, R.P.: Symbolical Language of Ancient Art and
Mythology, J.W. Bouton, New York 1892.
Eisler, R.: Orpheus - the Fisher: Comparative Studies in
Orphic and Early Christian Cult Symbolism, J.M. Watkins
London 1921.
Cirlot, J.E.: A Dictionary of Symbols, translated from the
Spanish by Jack Sage, Routledge & Paul, London 1962.
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Symbols, Op. cit.
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2. Kochav Letter, Word & Number Squares . . . . . . . . 107

3. Nogah Sacred Writ & Kameot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

4. Shemesh Secret Alphabets & Magical Seals . . . . . . 245

5. Madim Angels, Demons & Amulets for Protection

A. Angelic Hosts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301

6. Tzedek Kameot for Health, Wealth & Happiness . . 347

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Page 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hebrew Even Letters Square

Page 236 . . . . . . . . . . . ChaimVital: Shmirah Kamea Detail 1

Page 296 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamea to Engender Love

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meditational techniques like those of Eleazer of Worms,19

Notwithstanding this, the underlying intentions of Practical

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Sacred Names in Hebrew Amulets / 3

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In this instance we are told that if a woman should find herself

Sacred Names in Hebrew Amulets / 5

I am addressing letter and word squares in greater detail in the

This letter square is sometimes employed singularly on the front of

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We are informed the Kamea should be written by a Sofer (scribe)

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Sacred Names in Hebrew Amulets / 9

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This seal appears to be the Ineffable Name written in magical

Sacred Names in Hebrew Amulets / 11

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We are informed that this magical glyph has wondrous powers,

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9. yyc#(Ashtzei (also Oshotziyiyi)

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The amulet is written on deerskin parchment in the name of the

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10. q+rwcTzurtak [also Tzortak]

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rwch (Deuteronomy 32:3)

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