The Enchanted Initiate
A Journal of Traditional Symbolism, Hermeticism & the Occult Sciences

Architecture

The study of architecture was seen as similar to the study of music and mathematical harmony

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Trumpets→Substance

The trumpets, represented by the entity "TRUMPETS," have been influential in the built environment, primarily through their acoustic properties and ceremonial contexts. The loud, resonant sounds of trumpets can significantly affect the architectural spaces they are played in, contributing to the design principles known as acoustic architecture. These instruments, often featured in ceremonies and rituals, can shape the built environment by altering sound and vibration, thereby enhancing the sensory experience of spaces and potentially influencing the way they are used and perceived. The harmonious nature of the trumpet sounds integrates these musical elements into the fabric of built environments, reinforcing the intrinsic link between music, sound design, and architecture in both ceremonial and ritualistic settings. This interplay between the physical spaces and the acoustic contributions of trumpets highlights the dynamic and manifold role of sound in shaping the ambiance and functionality of architectural structures.

Light→Substance

Architecture was seen as an expression of light and its philosophical underpinnings

Cristalized MusicConcept

Architecture was seen as analogous to music, with both governed by keynotes and harmonies

The study of color was seen as relevant to the philosophy of architecture, both involving principles of harmony and vibration

The idea of keynote vibrations was seen as relevant to the philosophical principles of architecture

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

ArchitecturethroughLightilluminatesAlchemy →
I. Architecture & Light

Architecture was seen as an expression of light and its philosophical underpinnings

II. Light & Alchemy

Light is a result of the alchemical process, representing love, gladness, and joy, and suggesting it is the ultimate goal of alchemy.

ArchitecturethroughLightilluminatesSpirit →
I. Architecture & Light

Architecture was seen as an expression of light and its philosophical underpinnings

II. Light & Spirit

Spirit is the source of the divine light that shines through the body and gives life, suggesting that without the spirit, light and action cannot occur.

ArchitecturethroughLightilluminatesFire →
I. Architecture & Light

Architecture was seen as an expression of light and its philosophical underpinnings

II. Light & Fire

Fire is the source of light in the alchemical process, and its presence is necessary for the manifestation of divine light.

ArchitecturethroughLightilluminatesTruth →
I. Architecture & Light

Architecture was seen as an expression of light and its philosophical underpinnings

II. Light & Truth

The concept of light shining through matter, made possible by its refinement, is a truth in the Axiomata Hermetica

ArchitecturethroughLightilluminatesWater →
I. Architecture & Light

Architecture was seen as an expression of light and its philosophical underpinnings

II. Light & Water

Water and light, both elements of the triune soul, are linked in the representational structure

ArchitecturethroughLightilluminatesSulphur →
I. Architecture & Light

Architecture was seen as an expression of light and its philosophical underpinnings

II. Light & Sulphur

Sulphur and light, both elements of the triune soul, are linked in the representational structure

ArchitecturethroughLightilluminatesColor →
I. Architecture & Light

Architecture was seen as an expression of light and its philosophical underpinnings

II. Light & Color

Color is perceived through light, a relationship between two substances important in understanding the existence of color as a concept.

ArchitecturethroughLightilluminatesWord →
I. Architecture & Light

Architecture was seen as an expression of light and its philosophical underpinnings

II. Light & Word

Word is the origin of light, a metaphorical act of creation and enlightenment.

ArchitecturethroughLightilluminatesForm →
I. Architecture & Light

Architecture was seen as an expression of light and its philosophical underpinnings

II. Light & Form

Light is the effluence of form, commensurate with sight, and sensible by perception.

ArchitecturethroughLightilluminatesPrinciple Of Polarity →
I. Architecture & Light

Architecture was seen as an expression of light and its philosophical underpinnings

II. Light & Principle Of Polarity

The principle of polarity explains the duality of Light and Darkness, stating that the two are identical in nature with degrees of difference.