The Triangle of the Art The Triangle of Solomon
a designated space or symbol where evoked spirits, demons, or entities are compelled to manifest visibly during evocation rituals.
an equilateral triangle inscribed with divine names, symbols, and sometimes a central circle or sigil,
The triangle is placed outside the circle (typically to the east, about 2-3 feet away), serving as the external focal point where the spirit materializes—ensuring it remains separate from the magician while under control.
it acts as a containment vessel to focus and bind the spirit, preventing it from wandering or causing harm while allowing the magician to interact with it safely.
with inscriptions such as "Anapheneton," "Anaphaxeton," "Primeumaton," and the name "Michael" (often in the center) to invoke divine authority and enforce obedience.
The practice originates from medieval European grimoires, which drew on ancient Jewish, Greek, and Arabic mystical traditions. It is attributed legendarily to King Solomon, based on the Testament of Solomon (a 1st-5th century CE pseudepigraphic text), where Solomon uses a magical ring to command demons for building the Temple—though the triangle itself isn't explicitly mentioned there, it evolved as a symbol of his authority in later texts.
The concept solidified in grimoires like the Key of Solomon (Clavicula Salomonis, compiled in the 14th-15th centuries from earlier sources) and the Lemegeton or Lesser Key of Solomon (17th century, incorporating the Ars Goetia), where detailed instructions for constructing the triangle appear.
The triangular shape is deeply symbolic in occult traditions, chosen for its geometric and metaphysical properties that align with manifestation, stability, and divine order. In geometry, three points define a plane, representing the creation of form from formlessness—thus, the triangle symbolizes the precipitation of the invisible (spiritual) into the visible (material), making it ideal for evoking entities into physical appearance.
“T. is Hebrew, the name of God. A. is Greek, the Revelation. P. is Latin, the First Mover. The spirit is put into a container defined by the Creator, Ruler, and Judge, and asked whether it can truly claim any of these titles, "Who is like God?" (which is also the name Mi-cha-el in the angles) The spirit acknowledges that it is not God by entering the Triangle of Solomon.”
Tetragrammaton Means: ... “And let thine Almighty power and presence ever guard and protect us now and for ever.“
[The Tetragrammaton (/ˌtɛtrəˈɡræmətɒn/; from Ancient Greek τετραγράμματον (tetragrámmaton) '[consisting of] four letters'), or Tetragram, is the four-letter word meaning, “God”.
Anephezeton: (Aka Anaphaxeton; Anepheneton) “Thou great God of all the Heavenly Host.”
Primeumaton: ... “Thou who art the First and the Last,” alpha and omega...