When you think of “triad”, you probably think of the Christian triad: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. However, know that this idea of ​​a triad is much, much older than Christian knowledge. A proof of this is the Christian symbol known as “triquetra” or “triqueta”, which has existed for at least 10.000 years.
Check out, in this article, what a triquetra is, what is its origin, what it means, its symbolism and how to use this symbol!
What is triquetra?
The triquetra is a Celtic symbol formed by three arcs interconnected by the same line. At the same time that it forms a triad, it also forms a unique symbol, since all the lines start from the same place and meet as well.
Originally from the Celtic people, who lived mainly in Ireland, little by little it began to be incorporated by other pagan and neo-pagan beliefs, such as Wicca and other practices that claim to be witchcraft.
origin of triquetra
The triquetra is one of the oldest symbols in the world. The origin of the triquetra dates back many millennia, and the oldest found is from the year 8.000 BC This symbol was found, by archaeologists and researchers, in inscriptions on stones, armor, helmets and other objects and environments.
The two biggest odds were that the Celts used them to symbolize the seasons and also the three elements they believed in. You can check more details about this in the following topic.
Oh, what does the triquetra mean?
The meaning of the triquetra is not exact, as the Celtic people passed on their knowledge orally, so there are no written records that can be studied about the meaning of the triquetra. In general, according to historians, the triquetra means the elements and also the seasons.
Unlike us, who consider four seasons of the year (spring, summer, autumn and winter), the Celts only considered spring, summer and winter.
Furthermore, contrary to the more common western knowledge, which also considers the elements to be four (fire, earth, water and air), the Celts only considered the sky (air), the sea (water) and the earth (earth and fire). ).
Later, when Christianity arrived in the region occupied by the Celts, the Christians appropriated it and gave a new meaning to the triquetra, which is that of the Christian trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit). To this day, Irish Christian churches use the triquetra as a symbol that the country has become Christian, but has kept its historical roots.
Give the symbolism of the triquetra
The symbolism of the triquetra, initially, as explored in the previous topics, was a reference to the elements of nature and the seasons. Gradually, it was incorporated into Christianity, as a symbol of the Christian triad.
In addition, other triquetra symbology is used to show pride in Celtic roots and being part of the Irish people. It is very common for Irish people to tattoo this symbol, especially those who feel very connected to the traditions and customs of the ancient Celtic peoples of pre-Christianity.
Some historians also defend other symbolisms, such as body, soul and spirit, but these theses are much less accepted than those described earlier in this article.
More recently, appropriated by neopagan religions such as Wicca and others that claim to be witchcraft, the triquetra also came to mean the 3 manifestations of the Goddess, according to these beliefs. In this way, the symbol represents the Maiden, the Mother and the Crone, which are the three forms in which the Goddess presents herself.
how to use triquetra
The triquetra has become a very common symbol in the culture in general. He appeared in series like “Charmed” and “Dark” and even in a telenovela on Rede Globo, “Eterna Magia”. So, like everything that becomes pop, it ended up losing some of its original meaning.
Currently, the triquetra is widely used for tattoos, for example. In addition, it is a common amulet in necklaces, pendants and earrings, among other accessories, as there are those who believe that this symbol has the power to protect us against negative energies or increase spirituality during sacred rituals and/or energy invocations.
It is common, among people who follow neopagan beliefs and religions, to use triquetra both as a blocker of negative energies and as an "amplifier" of positive energies. That's why she is very common in rituals of these beliefs.
When buying an accessory with a triquetra, give preference to noble metals, as jewelry is not an energy conductor. When cleaning your accessory, do not use chemical products and, to better preserve it, do not expose it to moisture.
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Anyway, these are the main information related to this powerful and popular Celtic symbol called triquetra. Why don't you give this sacred amulet a chance to protect you from negative energies and enhance your spirituality?
