sixrayed

Sixrayed is an adjective describing a figure or symbol that has six radiating arms or rays. It is most often used to describe a six-pointed star or hexagram, though the exact term “sixrayed” is uncommon in contemporary usage and many texts prefer “six-pointed,” “six-point star,” or “hexagram.” The term can apply to decorative motifs, logos, heraldry, or geometric diagrams with six protrusions from a central point.

In symbolism, six-rayed forms appear in various cultures. The hexagram is best known in the form of the Star of David, a symbol widely associated with Judaism in modern times, though historical usage predates the modern state. The hexagram has also appeared in secular heraldry, architectural ornament, and occult or esoteric traditions under the name Seal of Solomon. Beyond the hexagram, six-rayed motifs occur in geometric tilings, sunburst emblems, and floral or sun-deity icons in different cultural contexts.

Variants include two overlapping equilateral triangles forming a regular hexagram, or six separate rays arranged around a center without interlacing lines. Some art and design contexts use a six-ray sun motif with evenly spaced rays.

See also: Hexagram, Star of David, Six-pointed star, Sunburst.