The Septagram {Tau Numatam}
The Numatam or Septagram, is the most sacred of symbols. It is the symbol of our faith and of whole we are as a people. Much like the Cross is to Christians, Star of Davis is to Jews, the Pentagram is to Wiccans and the Greek Key is to Pagan Greeks. The Numatam has many stories, philosophies, and applications attached to it. In the Autumn Wood Tradition the earth symbolized the divine, as the interconnectedness of all things was the sacred message throughout their lives. Nothing was separate from the other, each life force bound to the other and explains the importance of the earth being regarded as our mother who provides for us with food, shelter, and holds water for us when we thirst. There was no one symbol that represented all their philosophies. The tree, the mountain, the river, and the animal were all symbolic and connected to the divine. To further this belief and philosophy the Numatam today represents the seven ideals which those of the Bowynn Tradition uphold and strive for in life, each a guide to daily living.
The points refer to the seven virtues prized by all who follow The Autumn Wood tradition – Peace, Charity, Love, Courage, Kindness, Spirituality and Balance.
Secondly the points refer to the seven principles as mentioned above – Earth, Air, Fire, Water, Soul, Spirit and Balance.
The Numatam also represents the 7 aspects of the forest under which we need to survive – Forest, Wind, Rain/Stream, Hearth, Sun, Moon and Balance.
The Numatam also represents the 7 guilds under which our clans come together as, and each member has a part to partake in – Warriors, Mages, Healers, Weavers, Harvesters, Bards and Librarians.
The Numatam represents the Seven Swords of the Wild Wood, Give to the first 7 chiefs of the first 7 tribes. (This will be touched on later on) – Dennon, Eurya, Kell, Ryos, Aevos, Halis and Tenlon.
The Numatam represents the 7 great rites that befalls a member in the course of his/her life (providing that they are born to the clan – Birth, Naming, Adolescence, Adulthood, Marriage, Death and Resurrection.
Each Line of the Numatam represent a sacred pathway that we follow and meditate on
Lastly, we come to the sphere that encases it all. The circle representing the connection of all of these qualities into one. The circle of life. Totality and enclosure. The embrace of arms around you by the gods.
These philosophies provided here are a general guide and each point and line can be expanded on in great lengths. The Numatam is a wonderful meditation meant to be experienced and explored. One can find even greater meanings to the Numatam through meditation and reflection. For us, and some who practice the following philosophies, feel that the points reflect values in which we choose to honor. The journey through the points is like reading a story with hidden wisdom.
A final word about the Numatam. While most other faiths feel that wearing their holy symbol brings them closer to their divine, Bowynn need not do so. While some Bowynn name were the Numatan as a bracelet, necklace, ring or have it tattooed or painted on their skin, it is not required by any divine law. We live withing the confines of the Numatam. It is with us and all about us wherever we travel. So, one need not have to feel you must by a Numatam pendant.
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The holy symbol for my character, Aria. She is a tiefling, and by the end of her campaign, she became the Goddess of Planes and Space. Her domain is the Twilight domain, but we also toyed with it being the Light domain. I wanted to incorporate both into her holy symbol, and incorporate her colors into it as well. I am quite proud of it~!
She has one cleric, that being Liliana, but she will likely get more later.
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The holy symbol of the Windbringer is a sleek, silver feather with intricate engravings that depict the movement of the winds. It is said that the feather was plucked from the wings of the Windbringer itself, and that it holds the deity's power and essence within it.
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So I found another commission I've yet to share. This is a design was made back in January for a friend. Its based on some ideas he had regarding his dnd character's holy symbol.
This was yet another experimental piece for me as I don't normally make things like this, but it does go to show I can. Also I just gotta say I enjoy making things like this, because its not something I normally do. Commissions allow me to explore and use all my skills, which is awesome because sometimes I forget that I have that skill/knowledge cause not every piece requires it. Its also really fun, yet challenging, figuring out what it is someone wants and trying to get as close to what they picture in their head.
Anyways if you're interested in getting a commissioned piece, but aren't sure how it works or have some general questions feel free message me!
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