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

Desire For Possession

Desire for possession, inheritance, and legacy are strong themes in the Four of Pentacles, signifying strong attachments and material concerns

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Metier→Concept

Desire for possession and workmanship are related, as both reflect a strong attachment to material goods and professional skill

Desire for possession and marriage are interrelated, as both concepts involve strong personal attachments and material concerns

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Desire For PossessionthroughMetierilluminatesCivilisation →
I. Desire For Possession & Metier

Desire for possession and workmanship are related, as both reflect a strong attachment to material goods and professional skill

II. Metier & Civilisation

Civilisation and metier are interconnected concepts that reflect a high standard of conduct and proficiency. Civilisation refers to the broader cultural and societal developments that shape a community, encompassing its values, practices, and institutions. Metier, on the other hand, pertains specifically to a person's occupation or profession and the skill and craftsmanship associated with it. Both terms emphasize the importance of good conduct and professional skill, suggesting that in a civilised society, individuals are expected to demonstrate ethical behavior and excel in their chosen fields. This interplay affirms that a well-civilised community is one where its members actively engage in and uphold the values of diligence, competence, and integrity in their work and everyday interactions.

Desire For PossessionthroughMetierilluminatesPropriety →
I. Desire For Possession & Metier

Desire for possession and workmanship are related, as both reflect a strong attachment to material goods and professional skill

II. Metier & Propriety

Propriety and workmanship are related, as good conduct and skill are necessary in civilised professional relations

Desire For PossessionthroughMatrimonyilluminatesAffinity →
I. Desire For Possession & Matrimony

Desire for possession and marriage are interrelated, as both concepts involve strong personal attachments and material concerns

II. Matrimony & Affinity

Affinity and marriage are interrelated, as they suggest compatible and socially binding relationships

Desire For PossessionthroughMetierilluminatesBounty →
I. Desire For Possession & Metier

Desire for possession and workmanship are related, as both reflect a strong attachment to material goods and professional skill

II. Metier & Bounty

Metier and bounty are interrelated, as both terms reflect the concept of generosity and provision in professional and social contexts