Fourth Pentacle of Mars: Prevailing Against Enemies and the Solomonic Art of Victory
Fourth Pentacle of Mars: Prevailing Against Enemies and the Solomonic Art of Victory
Among the seven Pentacles of Mars preserved in the Greater Key of Solomon, the Fourth stands as the seal of victory in conflict. Where the First calls upon the spirits of the Martian sphere and the Third amplifies force, the Fourth focuses its power on a single purpose: ensuring that whoever carries it will prevail over their adversaries. The Mathers edition records it plainly -- "It is of great virtue and power in war, wherefore without doubt it will give the victory."
That directness is characteristic of Solomonic martial talismans. They do not speak in riddles. The Fourth Pentacle of Mars was made for those who face real opposition -- enemies, rivals, obstructions -- and need the weight of celestial authority behind them.
Mars in Kabbalah: Gevurah and the Force That Breaks Through
In the Kabbalistic Tree of Life, Mars governs the fifth Sephirah, Gevurah -- Hebrew for "severity" or "strength." Gevurah is not cruelty. It is the principle of divine justice, the force that removes what must be removed, overcomes what stands in the way, and restores order where chaos or tyranny has taken hold.
The archangel of Gevurah is Camael, who commands the order of Seraphim and oversees the martial operations of the heavenly host. His color is red, his metal is iron, and his day is Tuesday. Those working with Martian seals traditionally consecrate their talismans on a Tuesday, during the planetary hour of Mars, when the sphere's influence is at its peak.
Gevurah teaches that true strength is not aggression -- it is the capacity to defend what is right, to stand against what is wrong, and to see a contest through to its conclusion. The Fourth Pentacle of Mars channels this energy toward one of the oldest human needs: the need to prevail.
The Fourth Pentacle: Design and Purpose
The Fourth Pentacle of Mars is engraved with divine names and angelic signatures drawn from the Solomonic manuscript tradition. At its center is a pentagonal form surrounded by Hebrew letters and names of power associated with martial victory. The outer ring contains the license and authority granted by the divine names, sealing the talisman's intent in sacred geometry.
The Key of Solomon records that this pentacle "is of great virtue and power in war." In context, "war" encompasses any serious conflict -- legal disputes, professional rivalries, physical confrontations, and situations where opposition must be overcome. The language of the manuscript is direct: those who carry this seal will not simply compete. They will prevail.
The Fourth Pentacle belongs to a system. Each of the seven Martian pentacles addresses a specific dimension of the Martial current. Some invoke the spirits of the sphere. Some heal. Some terrify. The Fourth does something more personal and more direct: it tips the scales of any contest in the carrier's favor.
Who Carries the Fourth Pentacle of Mars
Historically, this seal was carried by soldiers before battle. The Solomonic grimoire tradition understood that physical courage alone was insufficient -- those entering a contest also needed the alignment of celestial forces. The Fourth Pentacle was the instrument through which that alignment was secured.
Today, those drawn to this seal tend to be people facing real contests: athletes who need to perform under pressure, litigants in legal disputes, professionals navigating competitive environments where rivals are actively working against them, and people in physical danger who need not just courage but the certainty that the forces behind them are stronger than the forces against them.
The Fourth Pentacle does not make enemies disappear. It does not eliminate conflict. What it does is ensure that when the contest is decided, the outcome favors the one who carries the seal. In the Solomonic understanding, this is not luck -- it is the application of celestial law to terrestrial circumstances.
Working with the Fourth Pentacle of Mars
To activate a Martian talisman, traditional practice recommends working on a Tuesday during the planetary hour of Mars. Hold the coin, focus on your specific adversary or obstacle, and state your intention clearly. You are not asking for vague protection. You are invoking the specific power of the Fourth Pentacle: victory.
Carry the coin on your person when entering any confrontation. Some practitioners keep it in a pocket during important meetings, court appearances, or competitions. Others wear the necklace version so the seal remains against their body at all times, continuously aligning their personal field with Gevurah's martial current.
The red correspondence of Mars makes red cloth or red pouches appropriate for storing the coin when not worn. The goal is consistency -- a talisman worked with regularly builds a stronger connection to its planetary current than one used only in emergencies.
The 72 Names of God on the Reverse
The reverse of every King Solomon Coin is engraved with a selection from the 72 Names of God -- the 72 three-letter divine names derived from Exodus 14:19-21. Each name represents a specific channel of divine energy, and together they form the foundation of Kabbalistic practical work.
This tradition holds that the 72 Names were first engraved during the first day of a Hebrew month, establishing a connection between the physical object and the cosmic order it represents. Engraving them on the back of a Martian pentacle creates a dual-sided talisman: one face bearing the specific seal of the Fourth Pentacle's martial purpose, the other bearing universal divine authority. The two faces reinforce each other.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Fourth Pentacle of Mars do?
According to the Key of Solomon, it gives victory in war and conflict. It is described as being of "great virtue and power" for any martial operation -- any situation where one party is opposing another and an outcome must be decided. Carriers are said to prevail over their adversaries.
Is the Fourth Pentacle of Mars only for physical battles?
No. The Solomonic tradition interprets "war" broadly to include legal battles, competitive professional situations, personal conflicts, and any contest where opposing forces must be overcome. The principle of Gevurah applies to any situation requiring strength, decisiveness, and the capacity to prevail against resistance.
What day should I work with a Mars talisman?
Tuesday is the day of Mars. The planetary hour of Mars on Tuesday is the most potent time for activating or working with any Martian seal. The first hour after sunrise on Tuesday is traditionally the first Mars hour of that day.
Can I carry multiple Pentacles of Mars at once?
The Solomonic tradition does not prohibit carrying multiple pentacles from the same planetary sphere. However, practitioners typically focus on the pentacle most aligned with their current need rather than carrying all seven simultaneously. The Fourth is specifically for prevailing in conflict, so it is most appropriate when a specific contest or adversarial situation is at hand.
Carry the Fourth Pentacle of Mars
Solid brass, engraved with the Solomonic seal on one face and the 72 Names of God on the reverse.
