Pagan Religions in Five Minutes - Suzanne Owen
38. What does the Pentacle Symbol Mean to Pagans?
Pagan Religions in Five Minutes - Suzanne Owen
Angela Puca [+]
Leeds Trinity University
Dr. Angela Puca is currently lecturing at Leeds Trinity University and holds a PhD on Indigenous and Transcultural Shamanism in Italy, awarded by the University of Leeds. Her research interests include magic, shamanism and the concept of indigeneity, witchcraft, Paganism, and esotericism. In addition, she hosts a YouTube channel called ‘Angela’s Symposium’ to divulge the academic study of such topics to a wider audience.
Description
The pentacle is a significant symbol in Paganism, representing the five elements and interconnectedness. Historically adopted by diverse cultures and religious movements, it represents the five elements - earth, air, fire, water, and spirit - central to Pagan belief systems. It's used in rituals for invoking elements, consecrating space, and as a talisman for protection. Despite occasional misconceptions, Paganism views it as a symbol of harmony, balance, and spiritual growth.