Q&A for How to Perform the Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram

In theory it should be north perpendicular to the sun's path, but in practice it doesn't really matter. I usually take east to be "wherever the light is coming from in the room," or "wherever the window is" and go from there. If I make the affirmation that that is east, that's usually good enough.

From what I know, this has nothing to do with Wicca. The only resemblance is the way the ritual is performed (since it's similar to how Wiccans do it) and the star-shape (pentacle) you trace during the ritual. I do think it's very silly to use the word "pentagram" while it's obviously meant to be a "pentacle," since the point of the star is upwards.

It is only your perception that defines what is offensive due to what society has ingrained into us and many other factors. I don't particularly find it offensive, as depending on the individual, it's either a spiritual thing or just a circle with a star. A poorly made tattoo is more offensive!

Just "reverse the drawing" of Pentagrams. But be careful what you invoke. If you draw it from the top to the your left, that would be "invoking spirit, Aeter...) Every Ray of 5gram star belongs to an Element.

That is because it's the traditional way that works. Banishing or Invoking is defined by the "way" you draw the 5gram star.

It's reasonable to be concerned. If you're worried about your friends' reactions, they may not be the right people to perform rituals with. You might consider doing this ritual solo.

The Sign of the Enterer is a gesture used in ceremonial magic and occult practices. It involves extending your right arm forward with the index finger pointed, often accompanied by stepping forward with your left foot. This gesture symbolizes entering or initiating action, such as entering into a ritual or invoking energy. It's a symbolic and ritualistic movement used to focus intention and energy during magical practices.

In Greek mythology and ancient Greek magical practices, Hecate was associated with witchcraft and magic. She was revered as a goddess of the crossroads, magic, and the underworld. While there isn't a standardized form for witches in Greek mythology, Hecate was invoked in various rituals and spells related to magic and witchcraft. The version you found may be an invocation or prayer used to honor Hecate in a ritual context.

The LBRP is a ceremonial magic practice used for cleansing and protection. The frequency depends on your goals, preferences, and desired effects. Some do it daily as part of their routine, while others do it weekly or less often. It's up to you to decide what feels most effective for your practice.

The Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram (LBRP) is a ceremonial magic practice that cleanses spaces by banishing negative energies and creating a protective barrier. It helps center and ground the practitioner, fostering mental focus and stability, and consecrates ritual areas for spiritual practices.

Yes, you're correct! In many magical traditions, including those rooted in Western esoteric tradition, each cardinal point is associated with one of the four classical elements: East with Air, South with Fire, West with Water, and North with Earth. When performing the Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram (LBRP), you typically trace pentagrams corresponding to these elements in accordance with the direction you are facing. For example, when facing East, you would trace an Air pentagram, and so forth. This aligns the ritual with the elemental correspondences, enhancing its effectiveness and symbolic significance within your magical framework.