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

Fourth Dimension

"Fourth Dimension" refers to a new dimension used in determining degrees or "planes" and is also called "The Dimension of Vibration". It is based on the principle that everything vibrates, and the rate of vibration determines the degrees on the scale of vibrations.> The Fourth Dimension, a dimension of vibration, central to understanding the Hermetic principles of motion and vibration

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Hermetists have embodied the truth in the "Third Hermetic Principle" which defines the fourth dimension as "The Dimension of Vibration".

All→Substance

The Fourth Dimension, a dimension of vibration, pertains to the understanding of The All in Hermetic Philosophy

The Hermetic Principles, including the Principle of Correspondence, relate to the understanding of the Fourth Dimension of Vibration

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

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I. Fourth Dimension & Hermetic Principles

The Hermetic Principles, including the Principle of Correspondence, relate to the understanding of the Fourth Dimension of Vibration

II. Hermetic Principles & Paracelsus

Paracelsus taught using Hermetic principles, applying them to his medical practice and philosophy of nature.

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I. Fourth Dimension & All

The Fourth Dimension, a dimension of vibration, pertains to the understanding of The All in Hermetic Philosophy

II. All & Alchemy

Alchemy, as an art form, embodies the understanding and mastery of the Infinite Mind, representing the ultimate process of transformation and creation, within the context of The All's supreme knowledge.

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I. Fourth Dimension & Hermetists

Hermetists have embodied the truth in the "Third Hermetic Principle" which defines the fourth dimension as "The Dimension of Vibration".

II. Hermetists & Mysteries

The Hermetists, influenced by Egyptian Hellenistic philosophy, play a significant role in the development of the Mysteries

Fourth DimensionthroughAllilluminatesSpirit →
I. Fourth Dimension & All

The Fourth Dimension, a dimension of vibration, pertains to the understanding of The All in Hermetic Philosophy

II. All & Spirit

SPIRIT is characterized as the Infinite Living Mind and the Real Essence, serving as the highest conception of the concepts that make up THE ALL. This essence is both infinite and living, transcending human understanding. SPIRIT and THE ALL are intrinsically linked, with LIFE and MIND, as well as ENERGY and MATTER, viewed as manifestations or aspects of SPIRIT's essence. SPIRIT is also described as the essence from which the universe is created, further emphasizing its foundational importance in the cosmic structure. Thus, SPIRIT and THE ALL are understood to be intertwined, with SPIRIT being the fundamental reality from which all other aspects of existence emanate.

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I. Fourth Dimension & All

The Fourth Dimension, a dimension of vibration, pertains to the understanding of The All in Hermetic Philosophy

II. All & Philosophy

Philosophy avoids examining the unknowable, focusing on the thinkable and knowable aspects of reality.

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I. Fourth Dimension & All

The Fourth Dimension, a dimension of vibration, pertains to the understanding of The All in Hermetic Philosophy

II. All & Hermes

Hermes, in his capacity as a teacher and divine figure, elucidated the enigmatic nature of The All, a fundamental substance from which all creation emerges. Through a deep and silent contemplation, Hermes revealed the profound mysteries surrounding The All, emphasizing the silent and intrinsic understanding of its essence. His teachings highlight The All's interaction with and influence on the physical plane, suggesting a layered relationship between the divine and the tangible world. Hermes's discourses demonstrate the foundational role of The All, presenting it as the ultimate source from which everything in the universe derives its existence. Through his wisdom and silence, Hermes guided seekers of knowledge towards a deeper comprehension of the universe's underlying principles.

Fourth DimensionthroughAllilluminatesMan →
I. Fourth Dimension & All

The Fourth Dimension, a dimension of vibration, pertains to the understanding of The All in Hermetic Philosophy

II. All & Man

Man ceases manifesting on the material plane and withdraws into the indwelling spirit, representing a return to THE ALL.

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I. Fourth Dimension & All

The Fourth Dimension, a dimension of vibration, pertains to the understanding of The All in Hermetic Philosophy

II. All & Death

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.

Fourth DimensionthroughAllilluminatesMatter →
I. Fourth Dimension & All

The Fourth Dimension, a dimension of vibration, pertains to the understanding of The All in Hermetic Philosophy

II. All & Matter

THE ALL cannot be merely Matter as the universe manifests Life and Mind, and Matter cannot manifest these concepts. Matter is thus seen as an effect, not a cause of THE ALL.

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I. Fourth Dimension & All

The Fourth Dimension, a dimension of vibration, pertains to the understanding of The All in Hermetic Philosophy

II. All & Kybalion

KYBALION is a text that embodies the teachings of THE ALL, a metaphysical and spiritual entity, and prominently features the Mental Creation Principle, which is central to its philosophical discourse. The work KYBALION is renowned for its reflection of the highest and most profound teachings and writings of the Illumined, a term used to describe enlightened or spiritually advanced individuals. These teachings align closely with those attributed to THE ALL, suggesting a cohesive and spiritually aligned body of knowledge. Through KYBALION, these teachings are articulated in a manner that is accessible and thought-provoking, serving as a primary source for understanding the sympathy of the spiritual and mental realms as envisioned by THE ALL. "The Kybalion" is a collection of writings that emphasize and apply the principles of "The All," which it views as the ultimate unity and source of all hermetic principles and universal laws. The work demonstrates the sympathy and the importance of these laws within a cohesive framework. It posits that understanding and aligning with these universal laws is key to personal and spiritual growth. The Kybalion portrays "The All" as the unifying force behind all existence, serving as both the origin and the manifestation of all natural and spiritual laws.