What Are the Behenian Stars?
The Behenian Fixed Stars are a group of 15 ancient stars Agrippa identifies as sources of amplified magical virtue. Their name comes from the Arabic bahman meaning “root”—they are considered root stars, each one acting as a gateway to planetary influence.
“They are of the greatest virtue in magic, especially when rightly placed according to their planetary correspondences.” —Agrippa, Book II
Each Behenian star:
• Has a specific sigil
• Corresponds to one or two planets
• Is linked to a precious stone and a sacred herb
• Can be worked with for powerful talismanic magic, spellcasting, or divine vision
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How the Behenian Stars Work
These stars act as cosmic amplifiers. When the Moon or a relevant planet is conjunct the star in the sky:
• Magical work done during that time becomes supercharged
• Talismans created then carry immense potency
• Dreams, visions, and invocations made under the star’s power are clearer
Agrippa draws this list from Hermetic and Arabic astrological sources, merging it into his planetary system.
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The 15 Behenian Stars – Agrippa’s List
Here is the full list with their associations:
• Planet: Mars