Choosing A Magical Name Options

so theres many rituals that I've come across where you must utter your magical name/motto/handle to the entities that you invoke as part of it

trouble is, I never decided on one

what goes into picking a magical name? what do you need to consider when coming up with a motto or handle for yourself? and does it really need to be in latin or greek?

help pls

Greetings All,

The adoption of a Magickal Name or as some Western Esoteric Traditions calls them (Magickal Mottos) is of a very significant importance. Many Cultures rely on Visions, Dreams, Alternate States of Reality during Meditation to receive inspiration for their New Name.

In Indigenous Cultures such as the North American Indians a Name change meant one has matured to the point of becoming accepted as an adult. Their new position within the community brought with it respect, belonging, but also responsibility. They must live up to the significance of this New Name.

Often in Western Esoteric Traditions and Western Mystery Traditions the Magickal Name, or Magickal Motto signifies a new beginning. One where the member shall be known in the community by their Motto. Their birth names are shed while in Lodge or Temple and they are specifically called by their Magickal Motto. The significance it shows in the Initiates Life is that they have stepped out of the mundane aspects of everyday normalcy and have taken upon themselves the responsibility to do the Great Work.

Their Magickal Motto strengthens them to live up to the meaning of their Name, that is why it is important to choose a Magickal Name or Motto with the knowledge that it reflects your purpose in the Great Work. Often as Initiates advance in Grades they change Magickal Mottos to reflect their New Pupose or Intent to fulfill their responsibility to the work of the Order.

Respectfully,
Helel (Joseph)