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

Ego

Ego, in this context, is a concept that pertains to the individual consciousness of a person and its role in the transition between lives. Ego refers to the point of consciousness that emerges within the Auric Egg when its consciousness is concentrated. This process can be likened to the universal consciousness assembling into God, the Supreme One, within AIN SOPH, suggesting a cosmic significance to the Ego’s existence.

The Ego is described as an entity that is frequently influenced by external factors and personal desires, often leading to it becoming a mere pawn in the grand narrative of life, rather than an active mover. This implies a dynamic and sometimes passive relationship with one's deeper self or higher consciousness.

Ego encapsulates the essence of individual conscious experience, yet it is also shown to be subject to manipulation and external pressures. This duality—of being both a focal point of personal identity and a tool for external influences—makes the Ego a central element in understanding the complex interplay between personal consciousness and the broader cosmic forces.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Master→Person

Masters are able to rise above their egos and control their moods and characters, demonstrating the supremacy of their will over external influences

Material LifeConcept

EGO is often a pawn in MATERIAL LIFE, manipulated by external forces and lacking self-control

Causal SphereSubstance

The causal sphere hosts the Ego, which arises from its concentrated consciousness

Auric EggSubstance

The Ego emerges from the Auric Egg when its consciousness is concentrated, similar to how AIN SOPH's consciousness becomes God within Its created universes

NeglectConcept

The ego, representing one's consciousness and experiences, can be influenced by past neglect, affecting future circumstances

Pool ParlorSubstance

The environment one finds oneself in, like a pool parlor, can influence the ego, reflecting choices based on past life experiences

Race TracksSubstance

Likewise, race tracks can influence the ego in a similar fashion, emphasizing the environment's role in shaping one's choices and experiences

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

EgothroughMasterilluminatesTruth →
I. Ego & Master

Masters are able to rise above their egos and control their moods and characters, demonstrating the supremacy of their will over external influences

II. Master & Truth

The Master teaches the truth that must be found within oneself, not externally.

EgothroughMasterilluminatesAll →
I. Ego & Master

Masters are able to rise above their egos and control their moods and characters, demonstrating the supremacy of their will over external influences

II. Master & All

Even the highest masters among men must bow to the laws of the All, which they can only transcend partially

EgothroughMasterilluminatesKybalion →
I. Ego & Master

Masters are able to rise above their egos and control their moods and characters, demonstrating the supremacy of their will over external influences

II. Master & Kybalion

The Master uses principles from The Kybalion to teach

EgothroughMasterilluminatesHermes Trismegistus →
I. Ego & Master

Masters are able to rise above their egos and control their moods and characters, demonstrating the supremacy of their will over external influences

II. Master & Hermes Trismegistus

Hermes Trismegistus is considered a Master, having profound knowledge and wisdom in Hermetic Philosophy.

EgothroughMasterilluminatesWill →
I. Ego & Master

Masters are able to rise above their egos and control their moods and characters, demonstrating the supremacy of their will over external influences

II. Master & Will

The will of a master is strong enough to overcome the swings of the mental pendulum, allowing them to remain in control of their moods and emotions.

EgothroughMasterilluminatesHermetic Teachings →
I. Ego & Master

Masters are able to rise above their egos and control their moods and characters, demonstrating the supremacy of their will over external influences

II. Master & Hermetic Teachings

The Master holds and transmits the teachings The Hermetic Teachings serve as a comprehensive philosophical and esoteric framework intended to reveal the fundamental nature of matter and the underlying laws governing the universe. This knowledge is invaluable to those known as Masters, enabling them to transcend their roles as mere pawns in their environments and gain the capability to assert their influence and shape their surroundings. Through the Hermetic Teachings, Masters are guided in understanding deeper principles that can empower them to act as the driving forces in their world, rather than passive observers. Masters use Hermmetic Teachings to understand and navigate the universal laws

EgothroughMasterilluminatesEsoteric Writings →
I. Ego & Master

Masters are able to rise above their egos and control their moods and characters, demonstrating the supremacy of their will over external influences

II. Master & Esoteric Writings

Esoteric writings mention Masters, adding to the body of knowledge on spiritual beings.

EgothroughAuric EggilluminatesKether →
I. Ego & Auric Egg

The Ego emerges from the Auric Egg when its consciousness is concentrated, similar to how AIN SOPH's consciousness becomes God within Its created universes

II. Auric Egg & Kether

The Kether, as the highest first crown, is a reflection of AIN SOPH's light upon the causal sphere of the Auric Egg

EgothroughMasterilluminatesReligion →
I. Ego & Master

Masters are able to rise above their egos and control their moods and characters, demonstrating the supremacy of their will over external influences

II. Master & Religion

Religion is expressed through the understanding and practice of mastering higher forces, as seen in the concept of the Master who uses alchemy and higher laws against lower ones.

EgothroughMasterilluminatesPolarity →
I. Ego & Master

Masters are able to rise above their egos and control their moods and characters, demonstrating the supremacy of their will over external influences

II. Master & Polarity

The concept of Polarity is integral to the Master, as demonstrated through their understanding and application of higher forces against lower ones, illustrating the balance and interplay of opposites. This mastery extends beyond mere observation, encompassing the deeper understanding of duality within the universe and the ability to apply higher laws to transcend and overcome lower limitations. Through these practices, the Master exemplifies the harmonization of opposing forces, highlighting the interconnection and balance between diverse elements in the cosmos.