Martinist Order Emblem

The symbol of the Martinist Order, known most commonly as the “Martinist Pentacle.” The components are a Seal of Solomon, representing the Old Testament, a cross, representing the New Testament, and a circle, which represents the gnostic Ouroboros. The Order, a nineteenth century mystical order founded by mystic Gerard Encausse (Known better by his nom de plume, “Papus.”) and based on the teachings of eighteenth century philosopher Louis Claude de Saint-Martin. The order is a Kabbalistic initiatory system which has been recently revived.