It may be derived from the Arabic term "Abufihamat," which means "Father of Wisdom."
Brought to Europe by the 13th century Templars, the mysterious deity Baphomet represents fertility and regeneration. Hands in mudra point out the Gnostic oppositions of Light and Dark, Good and Evil.
6 1/2" x 4 1/2" Ganges clay plaque, handpainted. #BAP
