A 1856 depiction of the Satanic Goat from Dogme et Rituel de la Haute Magie by Éliphas Lévi.
In this depiction, the pole can be symbolism for a phallus as the deity is known to be a fertility god among those that worship this entity.
The Caduceus can be seen between the legs of Baphomet with 2 snakes.
In the same image, Baphomet is seen with wings which hover over the Caduceus between his legs.
The Caduceus can be seen between the legs of Baphomet with 2 snakes.
In the same image, Baphomet is seen with wings which hover over the Caduceus between his legs.
This is clear the artist Éliphas Lévi was linking the Caduceus to the satanic deity.
The arms bear the Latin words SOLVE (dissolve) on the right arm and COAGULA (coagulate) on the left arm.
Definition of Dissolve:
(with reference to a solid) Become or cause to become incorporated into a liquid so as to form a solution.
Close down or dismiss (an assembly or official body).
(with reference to a solid) Become or cause to become incorporated into a liquid so as to form a solution.
Close down or dismiss (an assembly or official body).
Definition of Coagulate:
(of a fluid, especially blood) Change to a solid or semisolid state.
Cause (a fluid) to change to a solid or semisolid state.