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Knights Templar (14th Century): The name first appeared in transcripts of the Inquisition against the Knights Templar, who were accused of worshiping a pagan idol called Baphometh.

Etymology: Many scholars believe "Baphomet" is a corruption of "Mahomet" (Muhammad), while others suggest it is a coded term for "Sophia" (wisdom) or "father of understanding".

Modern Image (1856): French occultist Éliphas Lévi created the famous drawing of the "Sabbatical Goat" for his book Dogme et Rituel de la Haute Magie.

Symbolism and Meaning

Equilibrium of Opposites: Lévi intended his image to represent the balance of polarities, incorporating symbols like the caduceus of Hermes, the torch of intelligence, and the dualism of pointing up and down.

The Occult/Esoteric: The figure is often associated with the "Sabbatical Goat" or "Goat of Mendes," symbolizing the union of animal instincts with human intellect, rather than a literal devil.

Sigil of Baphomet: Designed by Stanislas de Guaita in 1897, the goat head within an inverted pentagram became the official emblem of the Church of Satan.

Modern Misconception: While commonly mistaken for a synonym for Satan, the figure was designed to represent a, "powerful, primeval force" that acts as a bridge between the spiritual and material worlds.

Key Features of the Image

Goat Head: Represents the animal nature of man.

Human Torso/Arms: Represents humanity.

Male and Female Traits: Includes female breasts and a phallic symbol (often Hermes' rod), representing gender duality.

Up/Down Gesture: One hand points up to the white moon of Chesed, the other down to the black moon of Geburah, representing the Hermetic axiom "As above, so below".