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

Experience

Experience is an essential characteristic associated with water signs, reflecting their function in acquiring practical knowledge through learning. This concept extends beyond celestial astrology to embody the journey of an individual, symbolized by the path of the Fool, as detailed in narrative and mythological contexts. Experience is portrayed as a transformative process, one that bridges the gap between theory and application, navigating the practical, often conflict-ridden, aspects of human life. This journey is depicted as a struggle and a test of judgment, much like the imagery of the second horseman's sword from symbolic traditions. Through experience, one learns to discern truth and gain wisdom, making it a crucial element in personal development and understanding of the world.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Death→Concept

Death can be experienced in various ways, including peacefully or with great shock

Water-peopleSubstance

Experience is the typical function of water signs, representing practical learning and growth.

Knight→Lineage

Experience is the typical function of the Knight, related to growth and leadership in traditional contexts.

KnaveConcept

Experience is important in becoming a Knight from a Page, signifying the role of a Knave as a secondary figure.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

ExperiencethroughDeathilluminatesTarot →
I. Experience & Death

Death can be experienced in various ways, including peacefully or with great shock

II. Death & Tarot

The Tarot includes Death symbolizing the transformative cycle of nature from one state to another

ExperiencethroughDeathilluminatesAlchemy →
I. Experience & Death

Death can be experienced in various ways, including peacefully or with great shock

II. Death & Alchemy

Alchemy's process of transmutation can be seen as a reflection of the concept of death as a birth to a new life, as both involve transformation and transcendence toward higher states of existence.

ExperiencethroughDeathilluminatesSpirit →
I. Experience & Death

Death can be experienced in various ways, including peacefully or with great shock

II. Death & Spirit

Death signifies the end of a Spirit's current life and its transition to another realm or possibly a new life SPIRIT and DEATH are interconnected concepts in this framework, with death signifying the transition of the SPIRIT to another realm. The SPIRIT's experiences and journey through life are seen as preparatory steps for this natural termination of the life cycle. Upon death, the SPIRIT undergoes a transition, moving on to an alternative existence. This comprehensive summary integrates both the classical literature, aligning them into a cohesive narrative that highlights the relationship between SPIRIT and DEATH.

ExperiencethroughDeathilluminatesDuad →
I. Experience & Death

Death can be experienced in various ways, including peacefully or with great shock

II. Death & Duad

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

ExperiencethroughDeathilluminatesAll →
I. Experience & Death

Death can be experienced in various ways, including peacefully or with great shock

II. Death & All

Death is seen as a relative concept within the context of The All, representing a transformation to a new state of existence, rather than an endpoint, reflecting the infinite nature of existence and the ongoing cycle of creation and transformation.

ExperiencethroughDeathilluminatesMohammed →
I. Experience & Death

Death can be experienced in various ways, including peacefully or with great shock

II. Death & Mohammed

Mohammed's final moments and death are described, marking the end of his life and leadership

ExperiencethroughDeathilluminatesBewitchment →
I. Experience & Death

Death can be experienced in various ways, including peacefully or with great shock

II. Death & Bewitchment

Death can be caused by the love or hate of certain people, indicating that bewitchment by these means can have dire consequences.

ExperiencethroughDeathilluminatesDevil →
I. Experience & Death

Death can be experienced in various ways, including peacefully or with great shock

II. Death & Devil

The death card can signify an end to a situation involving negative habits or behaviors, which is related to the transformative nature of The Devil

ExperiencethroughKnightilluminatesSignificator →
I. Experience & Knight

Experience is the typical function of the Knight, related to growth and leadership in traditional contexts.

II. Knight & Significator

Knight is one type of Significator used in the divination process

ExperiencethroughDeathilluminatesResurrection →
I. Experience & Death

Death can be experienced in various ways, including peacefully or with great shock

II. Death & Resurrection

Death is the concept of life's transformation and can be reconnected with life, indicating the possibility of resurrection.