In talismanic magic, astrology plays a very important role. Alignment with celestial forces and harmony with planetary influences are essential for a talismanic text to “come alive” and fulfill its purpose.
A special role is played by lunar cycles, which are the basis of astrological tables and planetary workings. During its waxing phase, the Moon strengthens the influence of planets considered positive, while during its waning phase it lends power to malefic planets.
The day of the New Moon represents a period when the Moon is in complete darkness, bringing silence and the beginning of a new cycle, but its energetic potential is the weakest for ritual and magical actions such as the making of talismans. Better moments for creating talismanic inscriptions are the following days—the first lunar day or the days immediately after it—because at that time the Moon grows stronger and symbolizes growth, strength, and the full potential of a new intention. Crafting a talisman during the Moon’s waxing phase ensures that the energy you invest in the talisman will grow and produce positive results.
The Moon in the morning often brings greater emotional clarity and stability, as its energy is fresher and less changeable than in the later hours, when it may be influenced by daytime planets or changes in the environment.
When making talismans or performing important rituals, the morning hours are often considered favorable for emotional and mental clarity, while late afternoon and night can be more unstable periods with greater shifts in mood and influences.
BEST DAYS AND HOURS FOR LOVE TALISMANS
Venus hours on Thursday are exceptionally favorable for making talismans that support love and connection between a man and a woman, as Venus governs love, harmony, and partnerships. Venusian influences enhance harmony, passion, and attraction in heterosexual relationships, making them ideal for such talismans.
As for Mercury hours, they are associated with communication, intellect, and friendship, but are not traditionally linked to romantic or love relationships between people of the same sex. However, if you wish to create a talisman for deeper emotional bonding or partnership between two people of the same gender, you can combine the energies of Mercury (for communication and understanding) with Jupiter or the Moon, which more strongly symbolize closeness and emotional support.
Thus, Venus “classically” supports talismans for male–female love, but for same-sex relationships or platonic closeness, Mercury can aid communication, while Jupiter and the Moon bring emotional connection and protection. Choosing the right planetary hours and symbols is key to the success of a talisman.
ARAB MAGIC IS ASTRAL MAGIC
Concerning the essential secrets of works of good and evil, it should be known that through riyazet (spiritual discipline) and piety, together with intensified supplication, all works of good and evil are performed at specific times under planetary influences, which is why the manifestation of luminous effects appears. For example: bringing the desired person, obtaining benefit from rulers and kings, subjugating people, progress in sustenance and business, victory, and similar aims—these should be carried out during the waxing of the Moon.
As for works of evil, such as creating enmity between two people, or making someone ill or destroying them, through tongue-binding and similar acts—all such works are performed during the waning of the Moon.
For when the day and the hour are strong and fortunate, good works, progress, and similar matters manifest very quickly, because there are many operations that require the strength of both benefic planets. When two forces unite, the work is accomplished very rapidly. Those who do not know the days and hours of the benefic planets perform the work, encounter obstacles, become exhausted, and abandon it, and then say that there is no effect in the Divine Word or in charms and talismans—because such people themselves are ignorant, without a teacher and without a spiritual guide. Knowledge is not acquired merely by looking at books unless it has been obtained from a perfect teacher. From this it is clear that for every work two acceptances are required.
