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

Eternal God

The deity who ordered the construction of the Jerusalem Temple, also known as the 'House of God'.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

CHiram Abiff was respected by Solomon for his work, which was in service to the Eternal God. | CHiram Abiff worked under the supervision of the Eternal God, as his craftsmanship was sanctioned by divine authority.

Temple→Substance

The construction of the Temple was done under the supervision and patronage of the Eternal God.

The workers were involved in the construction of the Temple as part of the Eternal God's will.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Eternal GodthroughTempleilluminatesFreemasonry →
I. Eternal God & Temple

The construction of the Temple was done under the supervision and patronage of the Eternal God.

II. Temple & Freemasonry

Free Masons may draw inspiration from or find connections to the Temple of Solomon.

Eternal GodthroughChiram AbiffilluminatesChiram →
I. Eternal God & Chiram Abiff

CHiram Abiff was respected by Solomon for his work, which was in service to the Eternal God. | CHiram Abiff worked under the supervision of the Eternal God, as his craftsmanship was sanctioned by divine authority.

II. Chiram Abiff & Chiram

CHiram Abiff is a central figure in Masonic legend, symbolizing the Cosmic Martyr, a representative of the dying god and the spiritual journey embodied by the name CHiram.

Eternal GodthroughChiram AbiffilluminatesAcacia →
I. Eternal God & Chiram Abiff

CHiram Abiff was respected by Solomon for his work, which was in service to the Eternal God. | CHiram Abiff worked under the supervision of the Eternal God, as his craftsmanship was sanctioned by divine authority.

II. Chiram Abiff & Acacia

The acacia sprig symbolizes the resurrection of CHiram Abiff in Freemasonry The legend of CHiram Abiff is based on the ancient Egyptian Mystery ritual involving the acacia

Eternal GodthroughTempleilluminatesHigh Priest →
I. Eternal God & Temple

The construction of the Temple was done under the supervision and patronage of the Eternal God.

II. Temple & High Priest

The Temple and the High Priest are intricately connected in their role within religious practices and rituals. Temples serve as the central places of worship, hosting various rituals and ceremonies. Simultaneously, the High Priest holds a central place in these religious activities, ensuring their proper execution and maintenance. Through their collaboration, the High Priest and the Temple together uphold the spiritual and ceremonial traditions of their community, making them indispensable to the religious life of their followers. High Priest and Temple are closely linked in maintaining religious practices and rituals

Eternal GodthroughTempleilluminatesAurelians →
I. Eternal God & Temple

The construction of the Temple was done under the supervision and patronage of the Eternal God.

II. Temple & Aurelians

The released Aurelians were referred to as "hosts" in the context of the exchange, suggesting some kind of temple or ritualistic context.

Eternal GodthroughChiram AbiffilluminatesSolomon →
I. Eternal God & Chiram Abiff

CHiram Abiff was respected by Solomon for his work, which was in service to the Eternal God. | CHiram Abiff worked under the supervision of the Eternal God, as his craftsmanship was sanctioned by divine authority.

II. Chiram Abiff & Solomon

CHiram Abiff was directly involved in Solomon's construction projects, proving Solomon's trust and reliance on him.

Eternal GodthroughTempleilluminatesHostage Exchange →
I. Eternal God & Temple

The construction of the Temple was done under the supervision and patronage of the Eternal God.

II. Temple & Hostage Exchange

The exchange of hostages has religious or ceremonial aspects, as it is reminiscent of the ancient temple practices such as the Mysteries.

Eternal GodthroughChiram AbiffilluminatesGrapes →
I. Eternal God & Chiram Abiff

CHiram Abiff was respected by Solomon for his work, which was in service to the Eternal God. | CHiram Abiff worked under the supervision of the Eternal God, as his craftsmanship was sanctioned by divine authority.

II. Chiram Abiff & Grapes

Grapes symbolize the earthly temptations and false light in the context of CHiram Abiff's story

Eternal GodthroughTempleilluminatesHoly Of Holies →
I. Eternal God & Temple

The construction of the Temple was done under the supervision and patronage of the Eternal God.

II. Temple & Holy Of Holies

Holy of Holies is the most sacred part of the Temple

Eternal GodthroughTempleilluminatesUrim And Thummim →
I. Eternal God & Temple

The construction of the Temple was done under the supervision and patronage of the Eternal God.

II. Temple & Urim And Thummim

Ur"im and Thummim and Temple are closely linked in complex symbolic practices