Unicursal hexagram

The unicursal hexagram

The unicursal hexagram is a hexagram or six-pointed star that can be traced or drawn unicursally, in one continuous line rather than by two overlaid triangles. The hexagram can also be depicted inside a circle with the points touching it.^[1]

History

Allegedly, the unicursal hexagram is used to express a high level of self-confidence and belief that one can achieve the highest of goals and even become some sort of a divine figure.^{[citation needed]}

English author and occultist Aleister Crowley's adaptation of the unicursal hexagram placed a five petaled rose (symbolizing the Divine), in the center, the symbol as a whole making eleven (five petals of the rose plus six points of the hexagram), thought by some as the number of divine union.^{[citation needed]} It is used in the Greek and Hindu mythologies as a symbol of dedication to the divine rulers.^{[citation needed]}

A unicursal hexagram can also allegedly be seen as a symbol of the solar system in some Pagan philosophies, with the central intersection representing the sun and the outer intersections and points representing the celestial bodies.^{[citation needed]}

Popular culture

• The unicursal hexagram was part of the symbol called "The Seal of Orichalcos" that was prominent in the Waking the Dragons arc of Yu-Gi-Oh! In fact, one of the antagonists of the arc is named Allister, referencing the famous occultist Aleister Crowley.
• A unicursal hexagram appears several times in the television series Supernatural as a symbol to ward off evil entities.
• Danny Carey, the drummer from the progressive rock band Tool, features the unicursal hexagram in some of his imagery and configures his drum kit more or less in this arrangement as well.^[2]
• The members of Polish blackened death metal band Behemoth all wear pendants of unicursal hexagrams as part of their stage outfits.
• The character Klytus, from the 1980 movie Flash Gordon bears a unicursal hexigram on the front of his robes.

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