"HOUSECLEANING" IDOLS AND IDOLATRY
INTRODUCTION
Occult symbols are fast replacing Christian symbols in our culture. We need to talk about these
things to become aware of them ourselves and to also warn others, especially our children who
intentionally wear and display them because they are getting so popular.
Review: Keep in mind that some of these symbols can have double meanings. For example, the
pentagram has been used to transmit occult power in all kinds of rituals for centuries, but to
Christians the same shape may simply represent a star -- a special part of God's creation. The
image of a fish may mean a sign of the zodiac (astrology) to some, but to Christians it has meant
following Jesus and sharing the message of His love. We will continue to delight in the cross, while
recognizing that others use the same image to represent their dark forces.
Please don't pass judgment on those who happen to wear these symbols. Instead, let us seek God’s
will and discernment so that we might all honor Him with our lives. Remember, "Each of us shall
give account of himself to God. Therefore let us not judge one another anymore, but rather
resolve this, not to put a stumbling block . . . in our brother's way." (Romans 14:12-13)
Exodus 20:3 "You shall have no other gods before or besides Me. 4) You
shall not make yourself any graven image [to worship it] or any likeness of
anything that is in the heavens above, or that is in the earth beneath, or
that is in the water under the earth; 5) You shall not bow down yourself to
them or serve them; for I the Lord your God am a jealous God, visiting the
iniquity of the fathers upon the children to the third and fourth generation
of those who hate Me, 6) But showing mercy and steadfast love to a
thousand generations of those who love Me and keep My commandments."
DEFINITIONS
SMITH'S BIBLE DICTIONARY READS:
"IDOLS - An image or anything used as an object of worship in place of the true
God.
Among the earliest objects of worship, regarded as symbols of deity, were
meteoric stones, which the ancients believed to have been images of the gods
sent down from heaven. From these they transferred their regard to rough
unhewn blocks, to stone columns or pillars of wood, in which the divinity
worshiped was supposed to dwell, and which were consecrated, like the sacred
stone at Delphi, by being anointed with oil and crowned with wool on solemn
days. Of the forms assumed by the idolatrous images we have not many traces
in the Bible. Dagon, the fish-god of the Philistines, was a human figure
terminating in a fish; and that the Syrian deities were represented in later
times in a symbolical human shape we know for certainty. When the process of
adorning the image was completed, it was placed in a temple or shrine
appointed for it. 1 Corinthians 8:10; Jeremiah 7 and 19. From these temples
the idols were sometimes carried in procession on festival days. Jeremiah 4,
26. Their priests were maintained from the idol treasury, and feasted upon the
meats which were appointed for the idols' use."
WORLD BOOK ENCYCLOPEDIA READS:
"IDOL - is an image made to represent the idea of a god or supernatural being.
Idols often appear in a primitive society that has developed some degree of
civilization.
The early peoples of Mexico and Central America had idols. They were also
common among early historical civilizations such as Egypt, India, Greece, and
Rome.
The Old Testament forbids the making of an image of God in wood or stone.
The Koran forbids the Moslems from making any kind of picture or image of
their god, Allah. But idols are numerous in the Hindu and Buddhist lands of
eastern and southeastern Asia.
Idols were used in early Christianity, but many people objected even then.
They disappeared almost completely in Eastern Christianity. In Western
Christianity idols are usually called images. The word idol soon came to be
connected with heathen worship, rather than Christianity. Idolatry means the
worship of idols.
Probably no people worship the idols which are called fetishes. People use
them as images to remind them of their gods. In most cases, prayers and
offerings are made through idols rather than to them.
ICON or EIKON is a religious picture, usually painted on a flat surface such as
wood or ivory. Icons in the Greek Orthodox churches are the pictures of Christ,
the Virgin Mary, or the saints. Before the Bolshevik revolution in Russia, icons
were placed in the churches and taken with armies into battle. The pictures
could be reverenced highly, but the only image which could be adored was that
of Christ
Exodus 20:4 "You shall not make yourself any graven image [to worship it] or
any likeness of anything that is in the heavens above, or that is in the earth
beneath, or that is in the water under the earth."
ICONOCLAST is a person who attacks long-established beliefs. The word comes
from two Greek words, eikon and klastes, which mean image and a breaker. In
the days of the early Christian Church the name was given those people who
were against the worship of images. There had long been a dispute dividing the
Church, especially in the East, about images of Christ and the saints in
churches. Emperor Leo III in 726 issued an order forbidding images and incense.
Many images were destroyed, and the Church was divided into opposite groups.
The iconoclasts were against the presence of images in churches."
SMITH'S BIBLE DICTIONARY READS:
"IDOLATRY - Strictly speaking, denotes the worship of deity in a visible form,
whether the images to which homage is paid are symbolical representations of
the true God or of the false divinities which have been made the objects of
worship in his stead.
I. History of idolatry among the Jews. The first undoubted allusion to idolatry
or idolatrous customs in the Bible is in the account of Rachel's stealing her
father's teraphim. Gen. 31:19. During their long residence in Egypt the
Israelites defiled themselves with the idols of the land, and it was long
before the taint was removed. Joshua 24:14; Ezekiel 20:7. In the wilderness
they clamored for some visible shape in which they might worship the God
who had brought them out of Egypt, Exodus 32, until Aaron made the calf,
the embodiment of Apis and emblem of the productive power of nature.
During the lives of Joshua and the elders who outlived him they kept true to
their allegiance; but the generation following, who knew not Jehovah nor
the works He had done for Israel, swerved from the plain path of their
fathers, and were caught in the toils of the foreigner. Judges 2. From this
time forth their history becomes little more than a chronicle of the
inevitable sequence of offence and punishment. Judges 2:12, 14. By turns
each conquering nation strove to establish the worship of its national god.
In later times the practice of secret idolatry was carried to greater lengths.
Images were set up on the corn-floors, in the wine-vats, and behind the
doors of private houses, Isaiah 57:8; Hosea 9:1,2; and to check this
tendency the statute in Deuteronomy 27:15 was originally promulgated.
Under Samuel's administration idolatry was publicly renounced, 1 Sam. 7:36; but in the reign of Solomon all this was forgotten, even Solomon's own
heart being turned after other gods. I Kings 11:14. Rehoboam perpetuated
the worst features of Solomon's idolatry, I Kings 14:22-24, erected golden
calves at Bethel and at Dan, and by this crafty state policy severed forever
the kingdoms of Judah and Israel. I Kings 12:26-33. The successors of
Jeroboam followed in his steps, till Ahab. The conquest of the ten tribes by
Shalmaneser was for them the last scene of the drama of abominations
which had been enacted uninterruptedly for upwards of 250 years. Under
Hezekiah a great reform was inaugurated, that was not confined to Judah
and Benjamin, but spread throughout Ephraim and Manasseh, 2 Chron. 31:1,
and to all external appearance idolatry was extirpated. But the reform
extended little below the surface. Isaiah 29:13. With the death of Josiah
ended the last effort to revive among the people a purer ritual, if not a
purer faith. The lamp of David, which had long shed but a struggling ray,
flickered for a while and then went out in the darkness of Babylonian
captivity. Though the conquests of Alexander caused Greek influence to be
felt, yet after the captivity a better condition of things prevailed, and the
Jews never again fell into idolatry. The erection of synagogues has been
assigned as a reason for the comparative purity of the Jewish worship after
the captivity, while another cause has been discovered in the hatred for
images acquired by the Jews in their intercourse with the Persians.
II. Objects of idolatry. The sun and moon were early selected as outward
symbols of all-pervading power, and the worship of the heavenly bodies was
not only the most ancient but the most prevalent system of idolatry. Taking
its rise in the plains of Chaldea, it spread through Egypt, Greece, Scythia,
and even Mexico and Ceylon. Deuteronomy 4:10; 17:3; Job 31:20-28. In the
later times of the monarchy, the planets or the zodiacal signs received,
next to the sun and moon, their share of popular adoration. 2 Kings 23:5.
Beast worship, as exemplified in the calves of Jeroboam, has already been
alluded to. Of pure hero worship among the Semitic races we find no trace.
The singular reverence with which trees have been honored is not without
example is the history of the Hebrews. The terebinth (oak) at Mamre,
beneath which Abraham built an altar, Genesis 12:7; 13:18, and the
memorial grove planted by him at Beersheba, Genesis 21:33 were intimately
connected with patriarchal worship. Mountains and high places were chosen
spots for offering sacrifice and incense to idols, I Kings 11:7; 14:23; and the
retirement of gardens and the thick shade of woods offered great
attractions to their worshipers. 2 Kings 16:4; Isaiah 1:29; Hosea 4:13. The
host of heaven was worshiped on the house-top. 2 Kings 23:12; Jeremiah
19:3; 32:29; Zephaniah 1:5.
(The modern objects of idolatry are less gross than the ancient, but are
none-the-less idols.)
Whatever of wealth or honor or pleasure is loved and sought before God and
righteousness becomes an object of idolatry.
III. Punishment of idolatry. Idolatry to an Israelite was a state offence, I Samuel
15:23, a political crime of the greatest character, high treason against the
majesty of his king. The first and second commandments are directed
against idolatry of every form. Individuals and communities were equally
amenable to the rigorous code. The individual offender was devoted to
destruction, Exodus 22:20; his nearest relatives were not only bound to
denounce him and deliver him up to punishment, Deuteronomy 13:2-10,
but their hands were to strike the first blow, when, on the evidence of
two witnesses at least, he was stoned. Deuteronomy 17:2-5. To attempt to
seduce others to false worship was a crime of equal enormity.
Deuteronomy 13:6-10.
IV. Attractions of idolatry. Many have wondered why the Israelites were so
easily led away from the true God, into the worship of idols. (1) Visible,
outward signs, with show, pageants, parades, have an attraction to the
natural heart, which often fails to perceive the unseen spiritual realities.
(2) But the greatest attraction seems to have been in licentious revelries
and obscene orgies with which the worship of the Oriental idols was
observed. This worship, appealing to every sensual passion, joined with the
attractions of wealth and fashion and luxury, naturally was a great
temptation to a simple, restrained, agricultural people, whose worship and
laws demanded the greatest purity of heart and of life."
HOUSECLEANING
We should check our houses for objects that need to be destroyed or thrown out and
also pray and ask The Lord if you are not sure if you should destroy something or
throw it out.
Deuteronomy 7:26 "Neither shall you bring an abomination (an idol) into
your house, lest you become an accursed thing like it; but you shall utterly
detest and abhor it, for it is an accursed thing".
"Housecleaning" is what we call getting rid of anything in your home that may cause
you demonic problems. Look through your home as you pray and the Lord will let you
know what items need to be destroyed including things that may have become an idol
to you especially things like collections. Pictures of movie stars that you form a soul
tie with.
Every time the Israelites started worshiping idols they came into captivity and
bondage. The anger of the Lord burned against Israel when some of the silver and
gold that was supposed to be destroyed was taken by Achan and hidden in his tent.
Joshua Chapter 7:25 reads: "And Joshua said, why have you brought
trouble on us? The Lord will trouble you this day. And all Israel stoned him
and those with him with stones, and afterward burned their bodies with
fire." 26) ...Then the Lord turned from the fierceness of His anger.
In Genesis 31 Rachel stole her fathers’ idols and died because of it.
These are just two incidents. This is not to bring fear upon you, but to let you know
what the Lord thinks about idolatry.
1 Samuel 15:23 "For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness
is as idolatry and teraphim (household good luck images). Because you
have rejected the word of the Lord, He also has rejected you from being
king."
You do not have to worship any item for it to be idolatry. Just having these things in
your home give demons legal right to be in your home.
Deuteronomy 7:25 "The graven images of their gods you shall burn with
fire. You shall not desire the silver or gold that is on them, nor take it for
yourselves, lest you be ensnared by it, for it is an abomination to the Lord
your God. 26) Neither shall you bring an abomination (an idol) into your
house, lest you become an accursed thing like it; but you shall utterly
detest and abhor it, for it is an accursed thing."
Do lots of research on items that you are not sure about. You may find that their
origin is rooted in idolatry.
SOME OBJECTS TO DESTROY: (See Lev. 11:13-21 and Deut. 14:7-19)
Some accursed objects could be: owls, frogs, unicorns, dolphins, dragons, horseshoes;
items from other countries such as Africa, China, Japan; American Indian artifacts,
carvings, pictures, buddha statutes. Dolls and stuffed animals – many dolls originated
in voodoo; paisley patterns on anything. Nike is a Greek god, according to the
dictionary.
Collections, Pictures of movie stars, some items passed down from ancestors,
Shamrocks, Any kind of good luck charm, Statues, Oriental objects, African items,
Indian items, American Indian items, Any items that are used in witchcraft, The Book
of Mormon, satanic bible, Books on other religions, Rock and roll music, etc.
In a little booklet by Mitsi Burton called
IDOLS AND IMAGES (The Second Commandment)
"You would do well to read the old classic, THE TWO BABYLONS by HISLOP. On page
102, is a picture of a saucy little GOOSE. There is an ornament around his neck and a
little cupid is riding it. His lop identifies it, not only as a Babylonian god, but also as
the Egyptian Seb and the Indian brahmany goose. Today those attractive little
ceramic geese are sold for home decorations. They are everywhere, on cookie jars,
kitchen towels, etc." -- usually with a blue ribbon around the neck.
As we have said, pray and ask the Lord what you need to destroy. The word of God
says that he who seeks shall find.
HOUSE DELIVERANCE
After these things have been destroyed then break curses over you and your family and cast the
demons out of your house; also anoint your house; plead the blood of Jesus over your home and
property; pray a hedge of protection over your home (Ecc. 10:8 - He that diggeth a pit shall fall
into it; and whoso breaketh a hedge, a serpent shall bite him. Eze. 13:5 Ye have not gone up into
the gaps, neither made up the hedge for the house of Israel to stand in the battle in the day of the
LORD. Eze. 22:30 And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand
in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none) and property and
invite the Holy Spirit and God’s Angels to dwell there and to protect.
PERSONAL DELIVERANCE
Confess, repent and ask forgiveness for the sin of idolatry for you, your ancestors,
spouse, former spouses, former sex partners and their ancestors. Break the curses and
command all demons to leave you that had anything to do with idolatry.
BURN OR DESTROY IT
In the Book of Acts, Chapter 19 is the story about the seven sons of Sceva. After one
of the demons beat them up, we find in verse 17, "This became known to all who lived
in Ephesus, both Jews and Greeks, and alarm and terror fell upon them all; and the
name of the Lord JESUS was extolled and magnified. 18/ Many also of those who were
now Believers came making full confession and thoroughly exposing their [former
deceptive and evil] practices. 19/ And many of those who had practiced curious,
magical arts collected their books and [throwing them, book after book, on the pile]
BURNED THEM in the sight of everybody...." This is the scripture used for "book
burnings" "record burnings", etc. Note they BURNED the books. We're talking New
Testament here. Why didn't they just bind up or cast out the demons in these books?
Well, some of you have artifacts from Africa, India, etc., where these artifacts are
offered up to their gods, many pray demons into these artifacts, and then they sell
them. I have had people tell me that they bound up the demons or cast them out of
the artifacts. Maybe that worked, and maybe it didn't. Maybe the artifacts should be
burned. Seek the Lord on this matter. Better safe rather than sorry.
We also recommend destroying books and tapes from any ministry that is teaching
false doctrine of any kind.
We have heard that anything that becomes a fad has probably got a demonic
background - angel statues, for instance - started by the new agers. Rainbows started by the new agers and taken over by the homosexual community.
AUTOGRAPHS can be an idol. Do you have an autograph that you treasure far too
much? What would you feel if someone stole it or it got destroyed? You may need
some DELIVERANCE in this area. It could be an idol.
SUNDIAL & symbols of the sun - Sundial is a symbol of eternal life, spirit of eternal
love and objects of worship Maybe you need to get rid of yours, and dial the SON.
FLAMINGO – Public T.V. said according to African myth, the Phoenix (Egyptian god)
was on fire in a volcano fire. When the fire died down, in the ashes, was the
Flamingo. Flamingos are called "The Fire Bird". Phoenicians believed Flamingo
feathers would bring immortality. Their diet causes their red color.
Regarding witchcraft: witchcraft is getting to be the norm. We see the mixture
everywhere. The clothing manufacturers even put it into our clothes. The leviathan
alligator is the symbol of high pride. It portrays the idea of "if you can afford that,
then you are really dressed." There are a lot of wild patterns in the clothing which are
symbolic of confusion. There are many satanic symbols hidden in clothing such as the
yen and the yang, the baphomet, or goat's head, which is the symbol of the church of
satan. Many labels are expressions of defeat or pride. Everyone puts their names on
the clothing so man, by wearing these name brands, can feel built up and mighty in
his own stature. The world wants to make a statement that they have money and
position. This deception is a lie from satan. He is trying to make people think they are
something they are not.
THE FOLLOWING COMES FROM THE GENE AND EARLINE MOODY DELIVERANCE MANUAL
CLEANING YOUR HOUSE (OF DEMONS)
LIST OF SCRIPTURES
L - Ex. 20:4...........Graven Image
C - Num. 23:8.......Can only curse if God curses (notice that God curses.)
L - Deut. 7:25-26...Those who keep or own cursed objects. (You are cursed.)
L - Deut. 14:7-19....Unclean animals (something for you to think about.)
C - Deut. 21:23.......Anyone hanged is accursed of God.
C - Deut. 32:5,17....Have corrupted themselves. Have worshipped devils (demons)
C - Josh. 6:18..........Those who keep or own cursed objects (ARE CURSED.)
C - II Sam. 7:29......Blessing of the Lord.
L - Prov. 3:33.........Curse of the Lord on house of the wicked.
L - Jer. 48:10..........Deceitful worker of the Lord is cursed.
C - Gal. 3:13..........CHRIST has redeemed us from the curse (must be applied.)
C - Col. 2:14-15....Blotting out ordinances against us.
C - Rev. 12:11.......Overcome by word of testimony.
C - Rev. 22:3.........No more curse in Heaven.
"L" is scripture for lesson; "C" is scripture for cleaning your house.
SHOULD HOUSES BE CLEANSED OF EVIL SPIRITS?
Books and objects identified with anything related to Satan's kingdom have been
known to attract demons. Sinful activities on the part of former residents attract
demons.
Many have told of hearing voices or sounds in their houses. Such manifestations are
sometimes called "poltergeist", a German word meaning "knocking or noisy ghosts".
What about owls and frogs? These are classified among the creatures mentioned in
Deut. 14:7-19 as being unclean and abominable. They are types of demon spirits.
Dt.7:25-26 - "The graven images of their gods you shall burn with fire, you
shall not desire the silver or gold that is on them, nor take it for yourself,
lest you be ensnared by it; for it is an abomination to the Lord your God.
Neither shall you bring an abomination (an idol) into your house, lest you
be ensnared by it; for it is an abomination to the Lord your God"
Demons are definitely attracted to houses by objects and literature that pertain to
false religions, cults, the occult and spiritism. All such materials should be burned or
otherwise destroyed. Houses or buildings which are suspect of demon infestation
should be cleansed by the authority of the name of JESUS. Those who live in such
places should stand on the provisions of the blood of JESUS CHRIST (Probably the
greatest abomination to God is worshiping other gods in any form such as having an
idol in your house.)
NOTES ON WITCHCRAFT, SYMBOLS AND ACCURSED OBJECTS
In Satan worship, oftentimes the arms are crossed as a sign of submission to and being
bound by the devil. (Also a sign of rebellion.)
Often good luck charms, ankhs, astrological symbols and other jewelry with hex signs,
etc. will cause interference with DELIVERANCE. Some objects, particularly rings,
bracelets, necklaces and other jewelry which has been given to a person by someone
in witchcraft will have curses and/or bondage in them or idol symbols on them.
There is a resurgence of hex signs, satanic/new age symbols and ancient geometric
and mystical motifs which are being incorporated into designs for clothing, jewelry,
decorative objects and china. In antique shops there are often selections of rings,
pendants, pins and various kinds of jewelry which were originally designed to bring
good luck and to act as a talisman to chase evil. Some of the most popular currently
include: The Egyptian ankh (a cross with a loop at the top which was an ancient
fertility symbol); the ancient witchcraft sign of the broken cross, popularly know as
the peace symbol; Chais (consists of Hebrew characters spelling the word life); all
kinds of Polynesian tikkis, figures, and other things; a wiggly tail which is called the
"Italian horn"; protectors from the evil eye; a hand with the index and little fingers
pointing up (a satanic witchcraft sign); and a great variety of crosses, clovers, stars,
wishbones, lucky coins, mystic medals, horseshoes and other items.
Another interesting thing is how many times in religious fetishes and statues there is a
dangerous resident demon power.
If it is necessary to do an exorcism in a house it is wise to clean the house spiritually
afterward, to head off any trouble which might be caused by spirits remaining in the
place. (Command the demons to leave the people, house and property.)
A WORD ABOUT INCENSE AND/OR INCENSE BURNER
Believers must be careful about bringing incense into their homes. Most people are
unaware that much of the incense sold in curio and novelty shops was manufactured
by devotees of the Hare Krishna cult. Their wares are dedicated to this demon god of
the Hindus and can cause trouble.
DOLLS
Dolls were believed to bring good luck to their owners; to make livestock give more
milk; help win wars; and heal the sick. Only witch doctors or medicine men were
allowed to handle them.
The dictionary defines a doll as a small carved or molded figure which served as a cult
object or representation of a nursery story, cartoon or puppet character.
Both World Book and Britannica point out that dolls were buried with people and were
supposed to be friends and servants in the spirit world.
Roman and Greek girls, in preparation for marriage would leave their dolls on the
altar of the temples of Artemis and Diana. To this day multitudes of idol (demon)
worshipers use dolls in pagan religious ceremonies.
When the Lord commanded that "no graven images" were to be made, He wasn't being
cruel and heartless. He knew the damage they could put upon people (Ex. 20:4). The
Lord has also shown us that puppets are a deception and the Lord places a curse on
those that use deceit (Jer. 48:10).
TO EXORCISE INANIMATE OBJECTS
In the case of objects dedicated to demons (idols, artifacts, etc.), the best course of
action is to destroy them. However, it is well to check secondhand cars, homes, and
apartments also because if the former owners had Ouija boards, or other occult
paraphernalia, or were involved in serious bondage to sin, then there is every reason
to suspect that evil spirits could be lingering behind. These spirits can and will cause
trouble to the new owners.
Keep in mind that any prayers offered to anyone or anything other than One True God
constitute prayers and/or worship to demons. Very often these are answered in the
form of curses, for demons can and do respond to those who request of them. (If you
know of demonic prayers against your family, break the curses placed against you.)
When you do the house cleaning make sure you’re prayed up (forgiveness for sins,
pray in the spirit, ready) and have someone there with you (two or more). The
following are things that should be destroyed: Look for little Mexican sun gods or
symbols, idols, incense/holders, Buddhas, hand carved objects from Africa or the
Orient, Ouija boards, anything connected with astrology, horoscopes, fortune telling,
5 star objects and so on. Books or objects associated with witchcraft, good luck
charms, or the cult religions (metaphysics, Christian Science, Jehovah's Witnesses,
etc.), rock and roll records and tapes all fall in the category of things which have
been often loaded with evil spiritual power.
Verbally denounce Satan and his power, and all of his demon hosts and claim
authority as a Believer-priest because of the name of JESUS CHRIST and the authority
of His shed Blood. (There is more power in the spoken word.)
Scriptures which has proven useful in this include: Rev. 12:11; 22:3; Col. 2:14-15; Gal.
3:13; Deut. 21:23; 32:5; Num. 23:8, 23; II Sam. 7:29. (Read out loud in the house.)
I usually anoint the door lintel, window sills and any openings. Other things such as
statues you can anoint if you’re not sure in Jesus name and many times the demonic
power is bound. Any specific areas of demonic activity or influence of which you are
aware should be denounced by name (Prov. 3:33).
SYMBOLS
Many symbols are of demonic origin: Fleur-de-Lis - Britannica Encyclopedia gives this
explanation. In India and in Egypt it was common decorating device used as a symbol
of life and resurrection, the attribute of the god Horus. The Mobile Winged horse Pegasus; FTD's symbol is Mercury or Hermes - the messenger of the gods, god of
commerce also god of fraud and cunning. Caduceus the winged wand of Mercury Doctors and the American Medical Profession which is set on a symbol of the 5 pointed
star. Nike is the goddess of victory (Athena). The cornucopia represents the goat
mother (Amaltheia) who suckled the infant-god in a cave, Zeus is said to have given it
to her to insure a plenteous supply of food.
All of the gods and goddess and all mythology is a collection of demon worship. Many
of the gods and goddess are referred to in the Old Testament by the names the
Hebrews would have used. All of them come from the old Chaldean Religion. Tammuz
is mentioned in the Bible and the references to groves, temple prostitution, etc. and
is about idle or demon worship. Everyone should do a little research into this and
discover the original reason for all our holidays and symbols. Old encyclopedias are
better than late editions because the latter editions leave out a lot of the information
on these types of things that you will need. Research the meaning of Biblical
references to groves, temples, temple prostitutes, and celebrations in both Old and
New Testaments. It will open you eyes to the revival of Satan and demon worship in
America and to our coming judgment. God did not overlook the Hebrews worship of
Satan and the demons and He promises not to overlook ours either.
If you want to really follow God then as soon as you learn of something you do or have
that is an abomination to God you should remove it from your life and property
immediately. Your Christian friends may not agree with you and may even criticize
you. After you have done your research and have submitted it to God just follow His
direction. Don’t go overboard and see demons everywhere but still be thorough.
CURSED OBJECTS AND DEMON INFESTATION
1. Books and objects identified with anything related to Satan's Kingdom.
2. Sinful activities of former residents left curses.
3. Knocking or noisy ghosts (poltergeist) and apparitions.
4. Owl and frog images of all types.
5. Witch's mask and fetishes used by witch doctors.
6. Objects and literature that pertain to false religions, cults, the occult and
spiritism.
7. Graven images of gods (demons).
8. Objects dedicated to demons (idols and artifacts).
9. Ouija boards or other occult paraphernalia.
10. Prayers and worship to demons bring curses on home.
11. Mexican sun gods and symbols; idols, incense/burners; Buddhas; hand carved
objects from Africa or the Orient; anything connected with astrology,
horoscopes, fortune telling, etc.; books or objects associated with witchcraft,
good luck charms or cult religions (metaphysics, Christian Science, Jehovah's
Witnesses, etc.); rock and roll records and tapes.
12. Jewelry given to a person by someone in witchcraft, hex signs, and ancient
geometric and mystical motifs, jewelry designed to bring good luck and act as
talisman to chase evil.
13. Egyptian ankh, broken cross (peace symbol), Chais, Polynesian tikkis of gods,
African jujus, Italian horn, protectors from the evil eye, hand with index and little
fingers pointing up, crosses, clovers, stars, wishbones, luck coins, mystic medals,
horseshoes, religious fetishes and statues.
14. Products with cryptic curses (hidden secret, occult curses).
15. Dolls used for witchcraft and magic; puppets, cult objects or representations.
SIX STEPS TO CLEANING A HOUSE AND PROPERTY
1. Prayer of forgiveness - you forgive your ancestors, descendants and others, ask God
to forgive and bless them. Ask God to forgive you; you forgive yourself for sins
against your body. Also ask forgiveness for spiritual adultery.
2. Break curses and soul ties from others (ancestors) and to others (descendants);
break curses of psychic or Catholic prayers.
3. Clean out house of those objects or exorcise objects (you do this).
4. Anoint house with oil and cast evil spirits out of house (you do this).
5. Cast demons out of people that came in through curses from others (optional).
6. Plead the blood of Jesus over your house, the land and all your possessions in Jesus
Name. Pray a hedge of protection around your house land and all your possessions
and ask the Holy Spirit and God’s angels to dwell there and protect your house
land and possessions.
REFERENCES (EXCERPTS WERE TAKEN FROM THESE REFERENCES.)
1. "Should Houses be Cleansed of Evil Spirits", pp. 141-143, PIGS IN THE PARLOR
2. "How to Exorcise Inanimate Objects", pp. 220-222, BATTLING THE HOSTS OF HELL
3. "Biblical Curses", pp. 56-59, ANNIHILATING THE HOSTS OF HELL, BOOK I "Notes on
Witchcraft, Symbols and Accursed Objects", pp. 18-20, CONQUERING THE HOSTS
OF HELL
4. "A Word About Incense", pp. 17-18, DEMOLISHING THE HOSTS OF HELL
5. "Dolls", pp. 54-55, ANNIHILATING THE HOSTS OF HELL
satanic/pagan Symbols
ALL-SEEING EYE: A universal symbol representing spiritual sight, inner vision, higher
knowledge, insight into occult mysteries OR
EYE in top Triangle of the PYRAMID: Masonic symbol for the all-seeing eye of god - a
mystical distortion of the omniscient (all-knowing) Biblical God. You can find it on the $1 bill. See
triangle, Eye of Horus, the Franklin Institute website, and the symbol for the U.S. government's
new Total Information Awareness (TIA) System.
ALCHEMY: This simple 17th century "sign" illustrates the blending of geometric shapes,
elemental symbols and astrological signs. Each part representing the various "elements" and
forces needed for magical work in the quest for physical transformation and spiritual illumination
and immortality. Many medieval alchemists based their philosophies on mystical traditions rooted
in the Kabala (Jewish mysticism), Hermetic magic and the occult practices of ancient civilizations
such as Egypt and China. See Philosopher's stone and phoenix.
AMULET: A magic charm (such as this little Navajo bear earring), worn to bring good luck and
protection against illness, accidents and evil forces. [See Establishing a Global Spirituality]
ANARCHY: Popular among school aged children today, this symbol for anarchy fits the message
that pervades the most popular video games, role-playing games, movies and television. The
lines of the "A" often extend outside the circle. To most satanists and other fast-growing occult
groups this symbol represents their slogan, "do what thou wilt." A former occultist explained that it
represents the ASMODEAS: a demonic force driving teenagers toward sexual perversion and
suicide.
ANKH: An Egyptian cross symbolizing a mythical eternal life, rebirth, and the life-giving power of
the sun.
ANGEL: Symbol of good and evil spirits in many religions around the world. This picture shows a
Tibetan guardian angel.
ARROW: These two pictures show the astrological sign for the archer (Sagittarius) -- part of the
zodiac. But, through history, the arrow has also symbolized war, power, swiftness, the rays of the
sun, knowledge... as well as deities such as the Greek god Apollo and goddess Artemis (both
hunters), the Hindu weather god, Rudra; and various gods of sexual attraction: Eros (Greek),
Cupid (Roman), Kama (Hindu).... On ancient Roman coins, it represented the Zoroastrian god,
Mithra. The native American Cheyenne warriors revered the "sacred medicine arrows" as
symbols of male power. Arrows held by skeletons would point to disease or death. Today, they
usually just point in the preferred direction.
Crystal or Gazing BALL: Used for divination (fortunetelling, scrying, clairvoyance...). When the
heavy crystal balls were too expensive, witches often used glass-ball fishing floats, colored glass
balls, or magic mirrors. One website that markets these balls taunts you with: 'Why not buy one
and try your own free psychic reading."
BAT: A symbol of good fortune in the East, it represented demons and spirits in medieval
Europe.
BLAIR WITCH: A five-pointed compound symbol with a center triangle pointing down. The five
lines resemble the microcosmic man with arms and legs outstretched inside a circle (with a
pentagram in the background) -- a magic symbol or charm among medieval alchemists and
wizards – the growing in popularity “burning man festival” held in a desert in the USA has this
same symbol that gets burned the last day of the festival.
BUTTERFLY: Reminds Christians of the amazing transformation that takes place through
Christ's redemption and regeneration. When "born again," we become "a new creation." (2 Cor.
5:17) To many pagans, its mythical meaning is linked to the soul (of the deceased) in search of
reincarnation. There's a theory that says if a single butterfly flaps its wings in, say, China, the air
disturbance may cause a storm in Nunavut, Canada a month later. If that's the case, imagine the
power of your own ideas and others to help improve the quality of life in the world's 208 countries!
The Butterfly 208 contest is a chance for you to create your own Butterfly effect! 208 = Number of
Countries in the World: Butterfly + 208 = A totally interconnected world! A world where even small
actions can have a big effect."
CHAOS: Apparently a self-made form of occultism taught through role-playing games such as
Warhammer. According to one Warhammer fan, "Chaos is the opposite of order. Since
everything changes, there is no right or no wrong -- only the quest for pleasure. The 8-pointed
star represents the many different directions of chaos and the many ways you can follow it. We
worship demons and angels, and when we die, Chaos rewards us with the pleasures we liked in
life. Chaos is everywhere; it blows in the wind..."
CIRCLE (sacred hoop or sacred ring): An ancient and universal symbol of unity, wholeness,
infinity, the goddess, and female power. To earth-centered religions throughout history as well as
too many contemporary pagans, it represents the feminine spirit or force, the cosmos or a
spiritualized Mother Earth, and a sacred space. Gnostic traditions linked the unbroken circle to
the "world serpent" forming a circle as it eats its own tail.
CIRCLE with a DOT or (BINDU) in the center: In the complex symbolic system of Hinduism
and Buddhism, the bindu (dot) represents the male force. Together, the circle and the bindu
symbolize the merging of male and female forces.
CIRCLE (quartered): The sacred circle filled with a cross, four equal lines pointing from the
center to the spirits of the north, east, south, and west -- or to the basic element: earth,
water, air (or wind), and fire. In Native American traditions, it forms the basic pattern of the
MEDICINE WHEEL and plays a vital part in major spiritual rituals. Many contemporary pagans
consider it their main symbol for transmitting the energy of the goddess. (See sun wheel)
Churches have used variations of the same popular shape, usually calling it the Celtic Cross.
COMPASS (Masonic): The Masonic symbol of the compass and the T-square represents
movement toward perfection and a balance between the spiritual and physical which resembles
Egyptian and oriental mysticism. The compass (used to form circles) represent spirit. The ruler
(part of a square) represent the physical. Some public schools pass out pencil cases and other
gifts decorated with this emblem.
COW: It symbolized the sky goddess Hathor to Egyptians, enlightenment to Buddhists, one of the
highest and holiest stages of transmigration (reincarnation) to Hindus.
CRESCENT MOON: A symbol of the aging goddess (crone) to contemporary witches and victory
over death to many Muslims. In Islamic lands, crescent can be seen enclosing a lone pentagram.
CROSS of Christianity: While anyone--even pagans--now use the cross as decoration or as
an occult symbol, Christians must continue to treasure the cross of Calvary. But be careful what
kind of cross you wear - and what message you communicate to others.
To grasp the
significance of the
Biblical cross and its
cost to our crucified
and resurrected
Inverted cross: Originally represented the apostle Peter's humility in his martyrdom. He insisted
that he be crucified upside-down, because he felt that he was unworthy to die in the same
position as Christ. But today, especially in the rock music culture, it generally represents the
opposite: satanism and its mockery of Christ. Lucifer continues to twist God's wonderful truths
and works into lies and deceptions.
Celtic CROSS: The symbol for a cultural blend of medieval Catholicism and ancient
Celtic traditions. Notice the similarity between the old Celtic cross and the cross
designed by PBS (tax-funded Public Broadcasting in the U.S.) to represent
Christianity (left side). Do you wonder why PBS would choose a similar cross
(right side) to represent the Quartered Circle of the earth-centered religions of
Aborigines around the world?
CROSS (IRON or EISERNAS KREUZ): Adopted as the Iron Cross in Prussia. During the First
World War, it appeared on German fighter planes and tanks. Later, it became a fascist symbol in
France, Portugal and other nations.
Double-headed Eagle: A Masonic seal and initiation symbol. The number inside the pyramid
over the eagle's head is 33. The eagle is a universal symbol representing the sun, power,
authority, victory, the sky gods and the royal head of a nation.
DRAGON: A mythical monster made up of many animals: serpent, lizard, bird, lion... It may have
many heads and breathe fire. To mediaeval Europe, it was dangerous and evil, but people in
Eastern Asia believe it has power to help them against more hostile spiritual forces. In the Bible it
represents Satan, the devil.
DREAMCATCHER: An American Indian magic spider web inside a sacred circle. After making
dreamcatchers in crafts lessons in school, many children hang them on or near their beds. They
have been told that these occult symbols will block bad dreams but allow good dreams to pass
through the center. Don't believe that myth! [See New Beliefs for a Global Village]
ELEMENTS: The four basic elements to many pagans are earth, water, air (wind or spirit) and
fire. Many consider the first two passive and feminine - and the last two active and masculine. In
Wiccan or Native American rituals, the "quartered circle" (also the Medicine Wheel) represents a
"sacred space" or the sacred earth. The four lines may represent the spirits of the four primary
directions or the spirits of the earth, water, wind and fire.
(This set of elements differs from those used in alchemy.)
EYE OF HORUS: A favorite crafts project in schools, it represents the eye of Egyptian sun-god
Horus who lost an eye battling Set. Pagans use it as a charm to ward off evil. (See All-Seeing
Eye)
Notice that the picture shows a compound symbol - several symbols joined together to give a
more complex meaning. It includes an unbiblical cross and, at the bottom, part of a face inside
the rays of the sun. (See Sun)
FROG: A symbol of fertility to many cultures. The Romans linked it to Aphrodite, the Egyptian to
the shape-shifting goddess Heket who would take the form of a frog. To the Chinese, it
symbolized the moon -- "the lunar, yin principle" bringing healing and prosperity.[1] Since frogs
need watery places, their image was often used in occult rain charms.
HEARTAGRAM: Originally a logo of "Love Metal" band, HIM, whose fans would wear the symbol
--within a circle -- as a tattoo. But its popularity has spread far beyond the band that designed it.
To many, it represents the dialectic or blending of opposites such as love/hate and life/death. See
Pentagram, Popular Occultism and Yin yang
HEXAGRAM (see triangles) or SIX-POINTED STAR: When surrounded by a circle, it
represents the "divine mind" (a counterfeit of God's wisdom) to numerous occult groups through
the centuries. Many still use it in occult rituals. But to Jewish people, it is their Star of David.
ITALIAN HORN (Cornu, Cornicello, Wiggly Horn, Unicorn horn, Lucifer’s horn or Leprechaun
staff). The ancient magical charm or amulet worn in Italy as protection against "evil eye" has also
been linked to Celtic and Druid myths and beliefs. Other superstitions link it to sexual power and
good luck. It is often worn with a cross (for double protection or luck?). In pre-Christian Europe,
animal horns pointed to the moon goddess and were considered sacred.
HOOK 'EM HORNS & HORNED HAND (Mano Cornuto): "President Bush's 'Hook 'em, horns'
salute got lost in translation in Norway, where shocked people interpreted his hand gesture during
his inauguration as a salute to Satan. That's what it means in the Nordics when you throw up the
right hand with the index and pinky fingers raised, a gesture popular among heavy metal groups
and their fans in the region....'Shock greeting from Bush daughter,' a headline in the Norwegian
Internet newspaper Nettavisen said." "Norwegians Confused by Bush Salute"
LABYRINTH: “...predate Christianity by over a millennium. The most famous labyrinth from
ancient times was in Crete... the supposed lair of the mythological Minotaur.... Turf labyrinths still
exist in England, Germany and Scandinavia, and are thought to be linked with local feminine
deities and fertility rituals.... The patterns of the labyrinth are similar in design and conception to
the mandalas of South Asian Buddhism, which are physical representations of the spiritual realm
designed to aid in meditation. Labyrinths blend their visual symbolism with the process of walking,
which is similar to the Japanese Zen practice of kinhin, literally 'walking meditation... In the early
90’s, when Jean Houston, one of the leading New Age teachers, introduced the Christian world
again to the use of this practice for seeking spiritual enlightenment through walking the labyrinth."
Steve Muse, Esoteric Christianity
LIGHTNING BOLT: In ancient mythologies from many cultures (Norse, Roman, Greek, Native
American, etc.) the lighting bolt would be hurled by male sky gods to punish, water, or fertilize the
earth or its creatures. Navaho myths linked it to the Thunderbird, the symbol of salvation and
divine gifts. On children's toys, it represents supernatural power. Double bolts, popular with
contemporary skinheads, symbolize Nazi power.
LIZARD: Its "sun-seeking habit symbolizes the soul's search for awareness." To the Romans,
who believed it hibernated, the lizard meant death and resurrection. [2]
Magic MIRROR: Used for "scrying" (foretelling the future, solve problems, answer questions....)
The preferred spectrum might decorated with "magic signs" during full moon rituals. Rosemary
Ellen Guiley explains: "The ancient art of clairvoyance achieved by concentrating upon an object- usually one with a shiny surface-- until visions appear....The term scrying comes from the
English words descry which means 'to make out dimly' or 'to reveal." The Encyclopedia of Witches and
Witchcraft, 307.
MANDALA: The Hindu term for circle. In Hindu and Buddhist meditations, it is used to raise
consciousness. In meditation, the person fixes his or her mind on the center of the "sacred circle."
Geometric designs are common. The center of some mandalas show a triangle with a bindu (dot)
inside a circle. It represents the merging of male and female forces.
MASONS (Freemasons): The Masonic symbol of the compass and the T-square represents
movement toward perfection and a balance between the spiritual and physical which resembles
Egyptian and oriental mysticism. The compass (used to form circles) represent spirit. The ruler
(part of a square) represent the physical. Some public schools pass out pencil cases and other
gifts decorated with this emblem. See All-Seeing Eye, Eye of Horus, and Dreamcatcher. Read
"Masonic Centers are dream catchers," then "Brotherhood of Darkness" by Dr. Stan Monteith.
MASK: Used by pagans around the world to represent animal powers, nature spirits, or ancestral
spirits. In pagan rituals, the wearer may chant, dance and enter a trance in order to contact the
spirit world and be possessed by the spirit represented by the mask. The mask pictured
represents the mythical Hindu elephant god, Ganesha.
MEDICINE SHIELD: A round shield decorated with personal symbols or pictures of the animal
spirit(s) contacted on a Spirit Quest or through a classroom visualization simulating an American
Indian ceremony. Its basic image is often the form of the "medicine wheel" or quartered circle. [See
The Earth Charter's Unholy Ark]
OM: Sanskrit letters or symbol for the "sacred" Hindu sound om (ohm or aum) called "the mother
of all mantras. Apparently, the four parts symbolize four stages of consciousness: Awake,
sleeping, dreaming, and a trance or transcendental state. [See Heresy in high places]
PEACE SYMBOL or NERO'S CROSS: A broken, upside-down cross. To Roman emperor Nero,
who hated and persecuted the early Christians, it meant destruction of Christianity. Revived in the
sixties by hippies and others who protested nuclear weapons, Western culture, and Christian
values, it now symbolizes a utopian hope for a new age of global peace and earth-centered unity.
But many of heavy metal rock fans would agree with Nero and use it to mock Christ and His
followers.
PENTACLE or PENTAGRAM (FIVE-POINTED STAR pointing up): A standard symbol for
witches, freemasons, and many other pagan or occult groups. To witches, it represents the four
basic elements (wind, water, earth and fire) plus a pantheistic spiritual being such as Gaia or
Mother Earth. The pentagram is also "used for protection. To banish energy, or to bring it to you,
depending on how it's drawn," wrote a Wiccan visitor. Compare with the next link.
PENTAGRAM (FIVE-POINTED STAR pointing down): Used in occult rituals to direct forces
or energies. Often represents satanism, the horned god or various expressions of contemporary
occultism, especially when a goat-head is superimposed on the inverted pentagram within a
"sacred" circle. See Heartagram, Baphomet and Pentagrams and Pentacles
PHILOSOPHERS STONE: The symbol for the Alchemist quest for transformation and spiritual
illumination, it was also the British title of the first Harry Potter book (the U.S. publisher changed it
to Sorcerer's Stone). The double-headed eagle in the center is a Masonic seal. See also the
Phoenix.
PHOENIX: A universal symbol of the sun, mystical rebirth, resurrection and immortality, this
legendary red "fire bird" was believed to die in its self-made flames periodically (each hundred
years, according to some sources) then rise again out of its own ashes. Linked to the worship of
the fiery sun and sun gods such as Mexico's Quetzalcoatl, it was named "a god of Phoenecia" by
the Phoenician. To alchemists, it symbolized the destruction and creation of new forms of matter
along the way to the ultimate transformation: physical (turn lead into gold) and spiritual
(immortality - an occult alternative to the Christian salvation). The philosopher's stone was
considered the key to this transformation.
SCARAB: Symbol of the rising sun, the Egyptian sun god Chepri (or Khepera), and protection
from evil. To ancient Egyptians, the dung beetle rolled its dung balls like Chepri rolled the sun
across the sky. The "sacred" symbol adorned popular seals, amulets and magic charms (worn as
protection against evil spirits or to overcome bareness) first in Egypt, then in Phoenicia, Greece
and other Mediterranean lands. Medieval alchemists used its pattern in their magical diagrams.
SERPENT OR SNAKE: Most earth-centered or pagan cultures worshipped the serpent. It
represents rebirth (because of its molting), protection against evil, either male of female sexuality,
rain and fertility, a mediator between the physical and spiritual world.... The list is endless, but in
the Bible it usually represents sin, temptation, destruction, and Satan. (See dragon) The circular
image of the serpent biting its tail links the mythical significance of the serpent to that of the
sacred circle. See uroborus.
SPIDER: Linked to treachery and death in many cultures, it was seen as a "trickster" in ancient
Africa, a "spinner of fate" in ancient goddess cultures and -- in ancient Greek myths -- the
goddess Arachne turned into a spider by her jealous rival Athena. "Christian" cultures have linked
it both to an evil force that sucked blood from its victims and to "good luck" because of the cross
on the back of some species. The Chinese have welcomed the spider descending on its thread
as a bringer of joys from heaven.
SPHINX: Ancient Egyptian and Babylonian guardian of sacred places --an idol with human head
and a lion's body. The Greek sphinx would devour travelers who failed to answer her riddle.
According to A New Encyclopedia of Freemasonry (by Arthur Waite, xii) the Masonic sphinx "is the
guardian of the Mysteries and is the Mysteries summarized in a symbol. Their secret is the
answer to her question. The initiate must know it or lose the life of the Mysteries. If he can and
does answer, the Sphinx dies for him, because in his respect the Mysteries have given up their
meaning." (An occult, counterfeit view of redemption) See www.srmason-sj.org/web/temple.htm
SPIRAL: Linked to the circle. Ancient symbol of the goddess, the womb, fertility, feminine serpent
force, continual change, and the evolution of the universe. (Illustrated at this website)
SQUARE: In contrast to the circle which often symbolizes the sacred and spiritual (including the
"sacred" earth), the square represents the physical world. Like the quartered circle, it points
pagans to the four compass directions: north, east, south and west. While the circle and spiral
symbolize female sexuality in many earth-centered cultures, the square represents male qualities.
SUN FACE: The pictured image is part of an 18th century Masonic ritual painting, but it
illustrates a symbol that has been central to most major spiritual systems of history. Since the sun
god usually reigned over a pantheon of lesser gods. His symbol played a vital part in pagan
worship (and in the rituals of occult secret societies) around the world. In Inca myths, the sun was
worshipped as the divine ancestor of the nation. For links to more information, see Sun face in
our Q&A section.
SUN & MOON JOINED AS ONE: A universal pagan expression of the merging of opposites.
Like the Yin Yang, the marriage of the male sun and the female moon represents unity in
diversity, compromise instead of conflict, and conformity to a new consciousness where all is
one. (See The Marriage of the Sun and Moon)
SUN and SUN SIGN: The sun was worshipped as a personified, life-giving deity in Babylonian,
Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and other major civilizations of history. The more common symbol is
the familiar face in the center of the sun's rays. (This will be explained in our report on the
Teletubbies. (See sun symbol below the picture of the Eye of Horus) A dot or point in the center
of a circle symbolizes the blending of male and female forces. (See air, which also represents
spirit, among the symbols for Elements) Hindus call the midpoint in a circle the bindu - the spark
of (masculine) life within the cosmic womb.
SUN SIGN 2: Found in Turkey and believed to represent the sun and the four directions. (See
Swastika 1 and 2). Compare the curving lines with the primary lines of Swastika 3, the iron
cross. Notice also that without the horizontal line, the symbol resembles the outline of the YinYang.
SUN WHEEL or RING CROSS: A universal symbol found on ancient slabs in Nordic countries,
in pre-Columbian America and in Mediterranean countries. "Today, it is used as a log by some
new fascist organizations," according to the Dictionary of Symbols. [3] Like the swastika and other
sun symbols, it represents power and supremacy. See also Circle (Quartered) It serves as a
logo for the Swedish national socialist party, Nordiska Rikspartiets (scroll to drawing of the sun
wheel on a banner), and for the French Jeune Nation.
SWASTIKA 1: Ancient occult symbol of the sun and the four directions. Revived by Hitler, it
represents racism and the "white supremacy" of neo-Nazis. Like other occult symbols, it is often
placed inside a circle. See also Swastika meant good before evil. "The swastika is actually a preHitler elitist symbol that has been found in the Skull & Bones vault at Yale. There is also a
swastika on the gravestone of John Ruskin (mentor of Cecil Rhodes, who formed the secret
Society of the Elect 'to take the government of the whole world,' in Rhodes' own words). In TIME
AND TIDE (1867), Ruskin wrote that "...the Government must have an authority over the people
of whom we now do not so much as dream." According to award-winning author Alan Axelrod,
Ruskin was 'reportedly a student of the ILLUMINATI.'"
SWASTIKA 2 (Crux Dissimulata): An ancient swastika which symbolized the four winds or
directions and their corresponding spirits. It was also a "fire and sun symbol occurring initially in
Asia and later among the Germanic tribes," according to The Herder Symbol Dictionary.[4] "The
cross inscribed in a circle mediates between the square and the circle," emphasizing the "joining
of heaven and earth.... and "the perfected human being."
SWASTIKA 3: A contemporary variation of the many swastikas with labyrinth patterns. Like the
two swastikas above, its arms point counterclockwise indicating a mystical, lunar and female
orientation. Compare its two intersecting lines with Sun Sign 2, its curved arms (following the
shape of the circle) with Swastika 2, and its dark areas with the Iron Cross.
The TAO: An ancient Chinese symbol used originally to represent a widespread belief in unity,
polarity, holism, and magic. See the Yin-Yang and read a longer definition in the Abolition of Man
by C.S. Lewis, who suggested the Tao as an ethical system for our times.
THEOSOPHY: A simplified version of the symbol behind the occult beliefs of UN leader Robert
Muller (his World Core Curriculum became a worldwide pattern for global education) and
education leader Shirley McCune [See Star Wars Joins United Religions at the Presidio and The
International Agenda] Notice the ankh in the center. The more elaborate version inserts a variety of
other symbols such as the OM, pentagram, cross, etc. (Because of its dark occult meaning and
similarity to some of the complex magical signs used in alchemy and Masonic rituals, we prefer
not to post it.)
TOAD: Linked to witchcraft and other occult practices.
TONGUE (protruding): Linked to flame, fire, fertility, sexual power and spiritual power. In
nations around the world, images of deities or masks with protruding tongues have indicated
active and occupying spiritual forces -- often a union of masculine and feminine spirits. Such
images were vital to pagan rituals invoking [demonic] spirits. The sexual/spiritual forces
represented by gargoyles with protruding tongues which adorned Gothic cathedrals were
believed to protect the buildings from other spiritual powers.
TOTEM: Carved, painted representation of power animals or animal-human ancestors. To
American Indians in the Northwest, who believe that all of nature has spiritual life, the animals in
their totems poles represent the spiritual powers of animal protectors or ancestors.
TRIANGLE (earring pictured): Associated with the number three. Pointing upwards, it symbolizes
fire, male power and counterfeit view of God. (See pyramid) To Christians, it often represents the
Trinity. Pointing down, it symbolizes water, female sexuality, goddess religions and
homosexuality. See chart of symbols in What Teletubbies Teach Toddlers.
See a large picture of Kabalistic triangles and how they are used together in ritual magic.
TRIDENT: Called "the devil's pitchfork," it has symbolized major gods in various
pagan cultures. In India, it is linked to the Hindu "trident-bearer" Shiva, spouse of the
skull-bearing goddess Kali. More recently, this three-sponged spear has been used
by Hindu militants in India to intimidate Christians. See article: "India Local Government O.K.’s
'Anti-Christian' Weapons Distribution"
UNICORN: To many New Agers, it means power, purification, healing, wisdom, self-knowledge,
renewal and eternal life. Origin: In the 4th century BC, Greek historian Ctesias told about a wild
animal with healing powers and a spiral horn on its forehead. Medieval myths suggested it could
only be caught with help from a virgin who would befriend it.
UROBORUS: The circular serpent biting its own tail represents eternity and the cycles or "circle
of life." Medieval alchemists linked it to the cyclical processes in nature. The uroborus pictured
here (encircling the UN symbol for humanity seen inside a triangle) was the official symbol on for
the 1996 United Nations Conference on Human Settlements pictured on all its literature. See
(Habitat II). See other versions of the Uroborus at serpent. and at www.uroborusgnosticeditions.com.au
WHEEL: A universal symbol of or cosmic unity, astrology, "the circle of life," evolution, etc. The
pagan sacred circle plus any number of radiating spokes or petals form the wheel - a Wheel of
Life to Buddhists, a Medicine Wheel to Native Americans, and a Mandala to Hindus. It symbolizes
unity, movement, the sun, the zodiac, reincarnation, and earth's cycles of renewal. Pagans use it
in astrology, magic and many kinds of rituals. (See Medicine Wheel and Quartered Circle)
This SUN WHEEL became a magical amulet to the Celtic Gauls or Gaels in Europe. Later,
"Christians adopted the form, changing it slightly, so that it became a Christ monogram drawn
within a circle." [celticrevival.com]
Tibetan Prayer WHEELS: "devices for spreading spiritual blessings and well being. Rolls of
thin paper, imprinted with many, many copies of the mantra (prayer) Om Mani Padme Hum... are
wound around an axle in a protective container, and spun around and around. Tibetan Buddhists
believe that saying this mantra, out loud or silently to oneself, invokes the powerful benevolent
attention and blessings of Chenrezig, the embodiment of compassion." (From The Prayer Wheel)
WHEEL OF DHARMA: Buddhist wheel of life and reincarnation.
WISHBONE: Civilizations dating back to the 4th Century (Etruscans, Romans... Britain,
America) have held turkey or chicken wishbone contest. Pulling the dry turkey or chicken bone
until it snapped ("lucky break"), they believing the winner's wish or dream would come true. In
today's increasingly superstitious culture, many believe that this symbol will "catch" their dreams,
bring good luck, and make their wishes come true. As in contemporary witchcraft or magic, the
object becomes a channel of "good" energy. Astrology and horoscopes link it to Sagittarius. It
might also be confused with the Lambda (looks like a lower case, upside-down "y"), the Greek
letter adopted by the International Gay Rights Congress in 1974 as the global symbol of
homosexual "pride".
WORLD TRIAD: Originally an oriental symbol, it was "adopted by western Gnostics as an
emblem of cosmic creativity, the threefold nature of reality or fate, and the eternally spiraling
cycles of time... In Japan it was maga-tama or mitsu tomoe, the world soul.... In Bhutan and
Tibet, it is still known as the Cosmic Mandala, a sign of the Trimurti."5 Like the yin yang (below),
it also represents eternity. This is also the symbol for U.S. Department of Transportation. Another
Gnostic symbol is the uroborus.
YIN YANG: A Chinese Tao picture of universal harmony and the unity between complimentary
opposites: light/dark, male/female, etc. Yin is the dark, passive, negative female principle. Yang is
the light, active, positive principle. Since the holistic balance between Yin and Yang is dynamic
and constantly changing, it illustrates the consensus process, the vision of global unity, and the
blending of opposing energies at the heart of Holistic Health.
Since it represent monism (all is one) and pantheism (all is God), it opposes Christianity,
which shows us that there is only one God (monotheism), and only in Christ can we be one. See
The Tao
COMPOUND SYMBOLS
ASTROLOGICAL CHART: used by medieval alchemists in divination. Notice the symbol of
the intellect and of the planet (and Roman god) Mercury inside the center triangle. This triangle is
surrounded by a hexagram and two smaller triangles positioned as male and female energy - and
seven more concentric circles. Compound symbols within magical codes and names inside
multiple circles have been used by occultists and sorcerers in many parts of the world. It is still
used in African witchcraft.
All-seeing EYE in the PYRAMID: The official symbol for DARPA Total Information
Awareness, a surveillance and information system established by they U.S. government. [See
programs] Notice how the Masonic all-seeing eye of the new world order covers the planet with
its enlightening rays. [Sometime in December 2002, this symbol was removed from the TIA
website. Perhaps too many people complained.
The GREAT SEAL (back side) of the United States of America: "An unfinished pyramid
appears on the reverse of the seal, inscribed on its base with the date 1776 in Roman numerals.
Where the top of the pyramid should be, the so-called eye of Providence watches over it. Two
mottos appear: Annuit Cœptis signifies that somebody (presumably Providence) has "nodded at
(our) beginnings". Novus Ordo Seclorum, a quotation from Virgil, refers to a "new order of the
ages", i.e. a paradigm shift." See www.nationmaster.com/encyclopedia/Great-Seal-of-the-UnitedStates
The GREAT SEAL of the United States of America: The design for this national emblem
was completed in 1782. Some consider its occult and Masonic images an American mission
statement. The inscribed motto, E Pluribus Unum means "Out of many, one." The words Novus
Ordo Seclorum mean "a new order of the ages," according to this website: www.greatseal.com.
The two sides show the symbol of the eagle (first a phoenix) and the eye in the pyramid. But the
more correct meaning would be NEW WORLD ORDER [novous = new, ordo = order, seclorum =
secular or world].
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The SEAL of the SENATE "...includes a scroll inscribed with E Pluribus Unum floating
across a shield with thirteen stars on top and thirteen vertical stripes on the bottom. Olive and oak
branches symbolizing peace and strength grace the sides of the shield, and a red liberty cap and
crossed fasces represent freedom and authority. Blue beams of light emanate from the shield."
FASCES: "...a bundle of wooden rods tied together as a cylinder around an axe. ... The fasces
lictoriae ("bundles of the lictors") (in Italian, fascio littorio) symbolized power and authority
(imperium) in ancient Rome."
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www.uri.org/religions/
UNITED RELIGIONS: Its former symbol joined 14 religious symbols together in a circle
around planet Earth. The new symbol(s) shows a linear list of 16 religious symbols with a world
map in the background. By clicking on the symbols, you can find each of their meanings. But
each symbol will be presented from an occult or universalist perspective -- even the cross. See
Star Wars Joins United Religions at the Presidio
MYTHOLOGY EXAMINED BIBLICALLY
MYTH DEFINED
An early 1900's reprint of The Original Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1847 edition
gives the best definition; the modern versions have become "politically correct" to
line up with the apostasy of our day. I looked up the word myth. This is the definition
that was given... "Myth; A fictitious or fanciful narrative, having an analogy more or
less remote from some real event."
To put it simply, a myth is a fictitious story having some vague similarity to some far
removed fact, event. Another dictionary says a myth is, "a person or thing existing
only in imagination." This is the English idea of myth.
Does the word "myth" appear in the Bible?
If you were to read the King James Version of the Bible you would not find the English
word myth but you should not conclude that the Bible does not address the issue. In
reality the word fable(s), a synonym, occurs five times in the New Testament. Each
time the word occurs the underlying Greek word muthos (3454 moothos) which is
where our English word myth comes from.
Strong says the word means "a tale, i.e. fiction (myth): fable." Another adds; a myth
is "that which is fabricated by the mind in contrast to reality.”In fact, in the New
Testament, the primary use of this word denotes "a fable full of falsehood and
pretenses."
What does the Bible have to say about "mythology?
Myths are substitutes for the truth
We have not yet defined truth. Truth is "the quality of being in accordance
with experience, facts, or reality; conforming with fact; agreement with a
standard.”The standard that Christians are to use is the Bible. It is the
foundation for what we believe. It is our standard of truth. That's why we are
to study the Bible (2 Tim. 2:15). Studying the word is beneficial (2 Tim. 3: 1617). But, what believers do when people don't want to face the truth or reject
the truth?
2 Timothy 4:24 reveals the answer...
"Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season: reprove, rebuke,
exhort with all long-suffering and doctrine. For the time will come when
they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they
heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; And they shall turn away
their ears from the truth, and shall be tuned unto fables."
FOUR CHARACTERISTICS OF THOSE WHO REFUSE TO ADHERE TO BIBLE TRUTH
We lean at least four things about those who refuse to adhere to truth as their standard...
1. They are intolerant of the truth
...they will not endure sound doctrine...
The word "endure" means to tolerate or put up with. They will not tolerate sound Bible
teaching!
2. They make themselves the authority
. . . after their own lusts. . .
This portion of the verse points out the fact that they evaluate truth based on their own
selfish interests, longings or desires. They set the standard, they are the authority, they are
"god" deciding for themselves what is good and what is evil. Actually, making yourself the
authority is the same thing as adopting the lie that Satan sold to Eve in Eden (see Genesis
3:4-5)
God's truth is not relative! Psalm 119:89 "For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven".
This verse simply says God will judge us by his unalterable standard that is recorded in
heaven where man can't change it. He may try to add to, subtract and manipulate the truth
here on earth, but the standard is secure and man will answer according to God's pure,
permanent standard!
3. They look for others who will support their error
...they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;
It is important to realize that a majority vote does not determine the validity of truth
though it may determine whether that truth is accepted. That's where the term "politically
correct" comes in. Political correctness is determined by "the powers that be." They
manipulate the truth and substitute lies based on their philosophical mind set. Those who
jump on the bandwagon are "politically correct!"
4. They substitute myths for the truth
...they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.
It is dangerous to turn your back on the truth. When you do that, a vacuum is created and
nature abhors a vacuum. According to the Bible, what moves in when truth is expelled is a
lie! Rom 1:25 says, who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the
creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen. When God's truth is rejected
it is replaced by a lie. Probably the best example of this is the theory of evolution! Evolution
has been "politically correct" for years. It is taught as fact and yet it is not supported by
fact. Indeed Darwin's theory of evolution is a myth...a lie.
MYTHS ARE DESIGNED TO DECEIVE
2 Pet 1:16 For we have not followed cunningly devised fables. When we made known unto
you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of his majesty.
A "cunningly devised fable" is one that is devised to be acceptable. It is often introduced
slowly and becomes increasingly popular. Now, I am not against fun. How many of you
remember Bugs Bunny. There is a big difference between Bugs Bunny and the current Disney
production Pocahontas. This animated Disney production has substituted occult philosophy
for historical and Biblical truth! It is a cunningly devised fable. In fact, in The Green Egg
(Autumn 1995), a widely circulated occult magazine, says about "(Pocahantas) is without a
doubt the most Pagan-positive movie ever to come out of Disney, and it is not out there
alongside Fern Gully and Captain planet teaching kids about why MOTHER NATURE deserves
our reverence..." p.53
You must remember that nearly all mythology has it roots in pagan religion and worship and
today there is a revival of pagan worship. People are really believing in and worshipping
Mother Nature. They communicate with Trolls (we know them as demons). They seek to
contact nature spirits, fairies, nymph, etc. There are those who really worship
Diana/Artimas (Acts 19:24 & ff).
What should the believer’s response to myths be?
Myths are to be ignored
l Tim 1:4 Neither give heed to fables and endless genealogies, which minister questions,
rather than godly edifying which is in faith so do.
Titus 1:14 Not giving heed to Jewish fables and commandments o f men, that turn from the
truth.
In both verses we are told not to heed fables, myths. This Greek word means, to hold in the
mind; pay attention to or have regard for. In other words, reject the myth. But that is not
all. We are rather to PROMOTE THE TRUTH. This will lead to building up others.
Satan has cleverly disguised himself as an angel of light (2 Cor. 11:14-15). I think that many
Christians are being conditioned to be receptive to the occult by mythology and further by
the use of visualization and guided imagery, which are techniques of sorcery, they may be
brought into contact with demons. I suggest that we follow Acts 19:19-20 Many of them
also which used curious arts brought their books together, and burned them before all men:
and they counted the price of them, and found it fifty thousand pieces of silver. 20 So
mightily grew the word of God and prevailed.
CONCLUSION:
THE OVERALL EFFECTS OF IDOLATRY/IDOLS
Lessons to learn:
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JOSHUA OUR EXAMPLE:
o The Promise: Joshua 1:1-9
o The Trespass: Joshua 7:1-9
o The Answer: Joshua 7:10-14
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TEN LESSONS WE LEARN:
1. God’s Promises to Us Are Awesome!
2. God’s Promises Are Often Contingent upon Our Obedience.
3. Physical Things Sometimes Carry Spiritual Significance.
4. There Are Certain Things That We Are Forbidden to Possess.
5. The Use of an Item Can Establish Its Spiritual Significance.
6. Illicit Possessions Can Separate Us from God’s Purposes and His Power.
7. One Person’s Crime Can Create Corporate Guilt and Result in Corporate
Consequences.
8. When We Seek God He Will Reveal the Defiled Things.
9. We Should Ruthlessly Rid Ourselves of Wicked Things.
10. Obedience Restores Our Fellowship with God and Reinstates His Purpose.