#satorsquare

[freyjalilithstudio]

@freya_lilith_ Instagram

[normally0]

"Sator Square in Architecture: Decoding OMA's Play of Inscriptions"

In the realm of architecture, the Sator Square emerges as a cryptic symbol, weaving through history and transcending into contemporary narratives. Its enigmatic nature, a two-dimensional acrostic Latin palindrome, has sparked academic debates on origin and meaning, giving rise to various interpretations.

OMA, the Office for Metropolitan Architecture, takes center stage in this architectural play. Known for its avant-garde designs and innovative thinking, OMA extends its influence through AMO, its think tank. The association with the Chinese Television station HQ in Beijing adds another layer to the narrative by the association of MAO—a fusion of architectural prowess and cultural symbolism.

As we delve into the Sator Square, it's not merely an ancient word puzzle; it's a charm with magical properties, believed to ward off evil and cure ailments. The five words within the square—SATOR, AREPO, TENET, OPERA, and ROTAS—hold a profound significance. SATOR, the "sower" or "planter," aligns with OMA's role in sowing the seeds of architectural innovation.

The term Satori, a Japanese Buddhist concept, resonates with OMA's approach to architecture. It signifies sudden enlightenment, a flash of insight that transcends conventional boundaries. In the Zen tradition, satori is the deep experience of seeing into one's true nature—an apt metaphor for OMA's architectural enlightenment.

Drawing parallels with the Sartorial style, rooted in craftsmanship and timeless garments, OMA's inscriptions become the tailor's instructions, guiding the creation of architectural masterpieces. The juxtaposition of OMA's ventures, from the Chinese Television station to AMO's think tank, reflects a sartorial approach to architecture—meticulously crafting spaces with a profound understanding of the cultural fabric.

The references to OAM (Order of Australia Medal), AOM French Airlines, and MOA (extinct flightless birds) weave a tapestry that transcends geographical and temporal boundaries. OMA's architectural interventions, akin to a sartorial masterpiece, collapse the space of time. Just as the Sator Square's magical properties were believed to cure ailments, OMA's designs aspire to heal the urban landscape, offering a glimpse of architectural enlightenment.

In this contemporary play of inscriptions, OMA emerges not just as an architectural firm but as a curator of experiences, blending history, culture, and innovation. The Sator Square, with its timeless charm, finds resonance in OMA's quest for architectural enlightenment—a journey that transcends the ordinary and embraces the extraordinary.

[satyrmagos]

Sator Square talisman with upeye to be worn as a pendant or key fob.

The Sator square is a quadruple palindrome with deep and wide magical history with the oldest known example dating back to Pompei. Magical applications include generic protection, cursebreaking, and defense against malicious spirits.

* Made of solid .925 sterling silver or yellow brass.

Each piece is hand-made to order in my home studio, with unique variations and defects as a result of the fabrication and casting process.

These talismans are NOT consecrated. That is your responsibility.

#Occult Art #Pagan #Witch #Witchcraft #Sator Square #Witch Jewelry #Magical Jewelry #Jewelry #Jewelry Art #Art Jewelry #Queer Artist #LGBT #Sorcerers Workbench

#OccultArt #Pagan #Witch #Witchcraft #SatorSquare #WitchJewelry #MagicalJewelry #Jewelry #JewelryArt #ArtJewelry #QueerArtist #LGBT #JewelersOfInstagram

[the-darkest-of-lights]

The magical protection mirror This handmade hand mirror is hand sculpted and hand painted on the back. Is sealed with resin and made to order. This is my own design creased using symbols for repelling curses. The triangle of manifestation The all seeing eye The SDPNQCN triangle that is known for adverting evil The SATOR square is known to advert the evil eye The MILON square that helps you to know information. Each mirror comes with an incarnation to activate it and help the person using it. Now available on my Etsy! Link in bio #witchcraft #magical #magicalprotection #magicalitem #witchy #witchyvibes #spellcrafting #spellwork #tradwitch #mirror #handmirror #magicalhandmirror #pagan #occult #amulet #talisman #satorsquare #allseeingeye https://www.instagram.com/p/Caa2-rdPi76/?utm_medium=tumblr

[edwincourtenay]

When I was 40 (and going through my mid life crisis) I had A LOT of tattoos done in the space of one summer. Many of which I now regret! When I turned 50 - last Friday - I decided I would have another - more considered tattoo to commemorate the moment! This is the SATOR magic square - which dates as far back as ancient Pompeii - a white spell used for protection against possession, hexing (and the devil) as well as being used for the manifesting of ones desires! This was a hand poke tattoo designed and executed by the incredibly @c.p.lafferty of @game.of.pricks tattoo studio in Newcastle (highly recommended and SO less painful than machine tattoos are)! #magik #magick #pagan #magicsquare #satorsquare #sator #edwincourtenay #spell #whitespell #protection #possesion #devil #gameofpricks #tattoo #handpoketattoo #newcastle https://www.instagram.com/p/CObTqYdhKnu/?igshid=8xqt520jz6q7

[queenofcupshealing]

Change is inevitable and all we can do is stay grounded as we ride the waves. Change often brings opportunity, so stay sharp amid the chaos. This image is from The Seeker’s Tarot. The gears of time never stop while the Sator Square reminds us that our destiny is in our own hands. Check out our Redbubble shop for prints, stickers, and more! https://www.instagram.com/p/B9wl4DtHFOx/?igshid=1ht3e76mts1r8

[underthepyramids]

Some of the pieces I crafted recently: A Nauthiz Vördr talisman, A SATORxROTAS reversible magick square, A Sabbat pentacle talisman, Mannaz & Ansuz Runic drops, Memento Mori x Irom Otnemem and An Algiz Runic amulet In the center are the beautiful handcrafted oak Runes I received from @oreamnosoddities . . . . #underthepyramids #portablemagick #theveilisthinning #Samhain #runes #oreamnosoddities #Algiz #Nauthiz #kingdude #Mannaz #Sator #Satorsquare #pentacle #darkaesthetic (at Paris, France) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4QfFAQnz4D/?igshid=9p2jziuedza7

[poisonappleprintshop]

THE SATOR SQUARE ◼️ The Sator Square is an ancient Roman 2D palindrome word square made up of five Latin words. The oldest discovery of the square comes from the ruins of Pompeii in Herculaneum, a city buried in ash during the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 CE. The square’s translation is continuously debated but implies themes of a farmer plowing his field and the continuous maintenance of working the land. Consisting of five interconnected words, the Sator Square is often used as a protective talisman, believing evil spirits will get caught in the repetitive cycle of the square and lose their ability to harm those under the square’s protection. For this reason, the Sator Square has been found in Medieval churches, Renaissance grimoires, and it pops up quite a bit in folk magic practices. John George Hohman utilizes the square in his famous grimoire, The Long Lost Friend, as a spell to “extinguish fire without water.” Furthermore, the Sator Square has been used to remove jinxes and fevers, as well as aid in safe travels when worn on your person. It is often placed above doorways and inscribed on objects for protection in the home and to ward against evil occurrences. The most fascinating aspect of the Sator Square, however, is found in it’s numerological breakdown. Each word in the talisman, whether in a row or column, can be reduced to the number 1. Many numerologists maintain that this repetition and coherence gives the Sator Square even more extraordinary powers. ◼️ The Sator Square is a new original drawing that will be available as a screenprint, patch, and altar cloth in this Friday’s (June 16th) shop update at 6pm EST! Mark your calendars! PoisonApplePrintshop.com ◼️ #poisonappleprintshop #satorsquare #sketchbook

[needlesnteeth]

#satorsquare #patch - the oldest known 2D #palindrome and unique among ancient examples in that it has a coherent meaning rather than being words that read both forward and back. https://www.instagram.com/p/B3q8513lUDb/?igshid=1cb0nat5m52ku

[soberwino]

#satorsquare #latin #modern #art #midtownatl #atlanta @estebanpatino #iwantone

[the-darkest-of-lights]

Carry this magical seal with you to be delivered from fear. The protection of the sator square and the names of the three magi: jasper, melchior and balthazar #witchcraft #magic #magical #magictalisman #talisman #occult #bookofobreon #satorsquare https://www.instagram.com/p/CCxJK7sH8l3/?igshid=bv59wvz98bhv

[justins-galdrastafir]

Sator Arepo Square

Although this magical symbol dates back far into antiquity (Roman times) it was heavily adopted for use in the spells and galdrastafir (magical staves) of Icelandic galdramenn from the late medieval, pre modern era. There is one instance of it being written in runes on a wooden stick, presumed to be from Bergthorshvoll dated to the 17th century. This is my artistic interpretation of those magical traditions.

© Justin, Norse Graphics, 2016

[underthepyramids]

A pair of SATOR X ROTAS Magic Squares I crafted for a couple. I love crafting jewels by pair. The idea of friends / siblings / lovers ... two persons close enough to be willing to wear similar pieces at the same time always gets me. And I was especially thrilled to get to do it for the Magic Squares as this way, I got the chance to display both sides (the piece is reversible) on the same image! . . . . #underthepyramids #portablemagick #sator #satorsquare #rotas #rotassquare #magicsquad #esotericsymbolism #ancientsymbols #rosemary #protectiontalisman #protectionsymbol (at Paris, France) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByVldAinNdn/?igshid=qrw6u5wayfvh

[poisonappleprintshop]

Freshly screen printed and available in the shop! ✨ PoisonApplePrintshop.com ✨ #poisonappleprintshop #satorsquare #supporthandmade

[the-darkest-of-lights]

I made a brass SATOR square for the new moon to protect me from new evils this year brings. #satorsquare #traditionalwitchcraft #witchcraft #occult #brassart #art #witchesofinstagram #witchythings #pagansofinstagram #pagans #magicalobjects https://www.instagram.com/p/BsW9_KLHhKi/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1vjakbplvnyes

[underthepyramids]

A ROTAS / SATOR Magic Square I recently crafted. This piece is reversible and features both versions of the palindrome on each of its faces . . . . #underthepyramids #portablemagick #sator #satorsquare #rotas #rotassquare #magicsquare #carrémagique (at Paris, France) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1FED6OH-Un/?igshid=az8qt779jukg