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

Augmentation

Augmentation, a symbolic attribute of the Duad, represents the process of increasing effects and growth, often seen as the final step in an alchemical procedure. This augmentation reflects a deep belief in the power of nature and natural elements, utilizing seeds and other natural principles for its enhancement. Through the intentional and appropriate use of natural components, augmentation allows for the intensification and finalization of alchemical transformations, signifying a culmination of the growth and development inherent in the Duad.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Seed→Concept

The seed is the primary agent of augmentation, initiating processes of growth and fruitfulness.

Augmentation is the step that leads to the projection of the effects into the physical world.

Multiplication leads to the augmentation of the effects, a step towards the final goal.

Duad→Concept

Augmentation is a symbolic attribute of the Duad, representing the growth and increase

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

AugmentationthroughProjectionilluminatesAlchemy →
I. Augmentation & Projection

Augmentation is the step that leads to the projection of the effects into the physical world.

II. Projection & Alchemy

Projection is a specific alchemical process, turning base metals into gold, which is central to the practice of alchemy.

AugmentationthroughSeedilluminatesTruth →
I. Augmentation & Seed

The seed is the primary agent of augmentation, initiating processes of growth and fruitfulness.

II. Seed & Truth

The concept of seeds, necessary for fruit, aligns with the truth as described in the Axiomata Hermetica

AugmentationthroughProjectionilluminatesPentagram →
I. Augmentation & Projection

Augmentation is the step that leads to the projection of the effects into the physical world.

II. Projection & Pentagram

The Pentagram, as a central symbol, is part of the projection and display used in rituals.

AugmentationthroughDuadilluminatesDeath →
I. Augmentation & Duad

Augmentation is a symbolic attribute of the Duad, representing the growth and increase

II. Duad & Death

Death is a symbolic attribute of the Duad, representing the end and cessation

AugmentationthroughDuadilluminatesMercury →
I. Augmentation & Duad

Augmentation is a symbolic attribute of the Duad, representing the growth and increase

II. Duad & Mercury

Mercury is the son of the Duad, specifically Maia

AugmentationthroughDuadilluminatesTriad →
I. Augmentation & Duad

Augmentation is a symbolic attribute of the Duad, representing the growth and increase

II. Duad & Triad

DUAD and TRIAD are significant entities within the context provided, symbolizing stages of knowledge and unity. The Duad is introduced as a symbol of ignorance, known for generating wisdom through the experience of separateness. This suggests that the Duad represents a foundational element that initially separates or divides, fostering a sense of individuality and thereby paving the way for the acquisition of wisdom. The Duad serves as a precursor to the Triad, acting as a bridge from a state of separation and ignorance to unity and understanding. The Triad, while not described in detail, is presented as the culmination of the Duadic process, indicating a shift from dualistic to unified states of awareness. This transition from the Duad to the Triad illustrates the idea that the experience of duality and separation is necessary and beneficial for the ultimate realization of unity and wisdom.

AugmentationthroughDuadilluminatesMatter →
I. Augmentation & Duad

Augmentation is a symbolic attribute of the Duad, representing the growth and increase

II. Duad & Matter

Matter is a symbolic attribute of the Duad, representing the physical and substantial nature

AugmentationthroughDuadilluminatesHermes Trismegistus →
I. Augmentation & Duad

Augmentation is a symbolic attribute of the Duad, representing the growth and increase

II. Duad & Hermes Trismegistus

The dual nature of wisdom is reflected in both the duad and Hermes Trismegistus, representing intellectual and spiritual aspects

AugmentationthroughSeedilluminatesAxiomata Hermetica →
I. Augmentation & Seed

The seed is the primary agent of augmentation, initiating processes of growth and fruitfulness.

II. Seed & Axiomata Hermetica

Seeds are a concept mentioned in the Axiomata Hermetica

AugmentationthroughDuadilluminatesJupiter →
I. Augmentation & Duad

Augmentation is a symbolic attribute of the Duad, representing the growth and increase

II. Duad & Jupiter

The concept of duad is symbolized by Jupiter, the Roman god of justice and order, highlighting the duality in divine attributes