Boel is singled out among names crossing the circular field. The notice describes spirits whose answers come readily, although their appearance is difficult to perceive. [1]
Mathers 1889 · Book I, chapter XVIII; printed p. 68; figure 45, Plate X; plate PDF page 92
For effects described as contrary to the order of nature, and to obtain ready answers. [1]
Design
Names occupy a horizontal band through the center of a circular design. [1]
Source reproduction The 2nd Pentacle of Mercury · Book I, chapter XVIII; printed p. 68; figure 45, Plate X; plate PDF page 92.
Purpose in the text
The second Mercury notice assigns effects described as contrary to the order of nature. It singles out Boel and says that the invoked spirits readily answer questions, although they are difficult to see. [1]
The diagram and its inscriptions
Names occupy a horizontal band through the center of a circular design. Mathers singles out Boel among the names. [1]
Reading the design
The horizontal band gives the written names a prominent place within the circular field. In the notice, their extraordinary office is accompanied by a more specific distinction between speech and sight: answers are readily obtained, while visible appearance remains elusive. [1]
S. L. MacGregor Mathers, 1889; printed edition, including editorial restoration of Hebrew characters. Book I, chapter XVIII; printed p. 68; figure 45, Plate X; plate PDF page 92