Hermetica are texts attributed to Hermes Trismegistus, combining Greek and Egyptian elements. Technical Hermetica dealt with astrology, medicine, alchemy, and magic. Religio-philosophical Hermetica focused on human-cosmos-God relationships
Collection of 17 Greek writings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus. Originally written between 100-300 CE. First compiled by medieval Byzantine editors. First attested in Michael Psellus' writings (c. 1017-1078)
Hermeticism emerged in Hellenistic Egypt as a fusion of Greek and Egyptian traditions. Hermes Trismegistus combined elements of Greek Hermes and Egyptian Thoth. Writings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus span 300 BCE to 1200 CE
Pentacle is a magical talisman made of parchment, paper, cloth, or metal. Word first recorded in English in 1561 from French "talisman". Derives from Latin "pentaculum" through Italian "pentacolo"
Astral projection describes intentional out-of-body experiences through subtle astral body. Term coined by 19th-century Theosophists. Concept inspired by ancient beliefs across multiple cultures
Sigil is a magic symbol representing spirits or desired outcomes. Term derives from Latin "sigillum" meaning "seal". Medieval grimoires listed sigils of 72 hell's princes