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

Full Face

Full Face refers to a card in a deck, often representing the Empress

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

The Full Face and Hierophant are both symbolic entities associated with spiritual leadership in different forms. The Full Face serves as a spiritual foundation, offering a philosophical and ideological backdrop that supports and informs the journey and duties of the Hierophant. These entities share a interconnected relationship, with the Full Face providing a deeper understanding and guidance for the Hierophant's spiritual and leadership roles. Together, they represent a cohesive framework of spiritual and philosophical guidance, emphasizing the importance of both the foundational principles and the practical roles in spiritual leadership.

The Emperor is a significant entity often portrayed as a more powerful and influential counterpart to the Empress. While the Emperor's journey is typically characterized by a more active and political dimension, it is closely linked to the Full Face, another entity in this context. The Emperor's dynamic nature suggests a focus on action, leadership, and political endeavors, possibly indicating his role in governance, authority, and strategic decision-making. This more proactive and political orientation contrasts with the Full Face, potentially highlighting contrasts or complementary roles within a broader narrative or structure. Together, these figures and symbols—The Emperor and the Full Face—form a comprehensive picture of leadership, authority, and action, emphasizing different facets of power and influence. The Full Face and the Emperor are interconnected entities with significant symbolism within their context. The Full Face can be viewed as a foundational element that precedes and underpins the more formal role of the Emperor. This relationship reveals the place of the Full Face as a precursor to the Emperor's authority and responsibilities. The Full Face symbolizes the fundamental nature of the Empress and Emperor's relationship, emphasizing the underlying support and mutual dependency that forms the basis of their partnership. In essence, the Full Face serves as the bedrock upon which the Emperor's formal role and the couple's relationship are built, signifying the intrinsic value and sympathy of these figures and symbols.

Lovers→Ritual

The Lovers might be seen as a more general concept, encompassing the relationship between the Empress and Emperor The Full Face represents a state of being that embodies stability and passivity, serving as a counterpart to the dynamic and versatile Lovers. This entity symbolizes a harmonious and balanced state, reflecting the values associated with the Lovers, such as love, partnership, and mutual growth. While the Lovers embody choice and movement, the Full Face can be interpreted as a serene and grounded state, affirming the role of peace and stability in the context of relationships and personal growth.

Hermit→Lineage

The Hermit represents a pursuit of Truth, which can relate to the Empress's pursuit of activity The Full Face is an entity that embodies a quest for knowledge and philosophical or spiritual development, drawing parallels to the Hermit. Both entities are characterized by their pursuit of wisdom and inner growth. The Full Face ventures on a journey of learning and enlightenment, much like the Hermit's solitary journey seeks to uncover deeper truths. Together, these figures and symbols symbolize the pursuit of knowledge and introspection, affirming the role of individual reflection and the quest for understanding in one's life.

The Full Face can symbolize a balanced approach to strength, similar to Fortitude

EmperressConcept

The Full Face card can be associated with the Empress in the context of a deck of cards

The Full Face and Lovers can both be seen as symbols of marriage and commitment

The Full Face can symbolize a state of being, which can include the values of a fraternity

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Full FacethroughEmperorilluminatesSun →
I. Full Face & Emperor

The Emperor is a significant entity often portrayed as a more powerful and influential counterpart to the Empress. While the Emperor's journey is typically characterized by a more active and political dimension, it is closely linked to the Full Face, another entity in this context. The Emperor's dynamic nature suggests a focus on action, leadership, and political endeavors, possibly indicating his role in governance, authority, and strategic decision-making. This more proactive and political orientation contrasts with the Full Face, potentially highlighting contrasts or complementary roles within a broader narrative or structure. Together, these figures and symbols—The Emperor and the Full Face—form a comprehensive picture of leadership, authority, and action, emphasizing different facets of power and influence. The Full Face and the Emperor are interconnected entities with significant symbolism within their context. The Full Face can be viewed as a foundational element that precedes and underpins the more formal role of the Emperor. This relationship reveals the place of the Full Face as a precursor to the Emperor's authority and responsibilities. The Full Face symbolizes the fundamental nature of the Empress and Emperor's relationship, emphasizing the underlying support and mutual dependency that forms the basis of their partnership. In essence, the Full Face serves as the bedrock upon which the Emperor's formal role and the couple's relationship are built, signifying the intrinsic value and sympathy of these figures and symbols.

II. Emperor & Sun

The Sun card, which the Emperor discusses, represents a powerful force connected to his authority and the universal truths he speaks about.

Full FacethroughEmperorilluminatesTarot →
I. Full Face & Emperor

The Emperor is a significant entity often portrayed as a more powerful and influential counterpart to the Empress. While the Emperor's journey is typically characterized by a more active and political dimension, it is closely linked to the Full Face, another entity in this context. The Emperor's dynamic nature suggests a focus on action, leadership, and political endeavors, possibly indicating his role in governance, authority, and strategic decision-making. This more proactive and political orientation contrasts with the Full Face, potentially highlighting contrasts or complementary roles within a broader narrative or structure. Together, these figures and symbols—The Emperor and the Full Face—form a comprehensive picture of leadership, authority, and action, emphasizing different facets of power and influence. The Full Face and the Emperor are interconnected entities with significant symbolism within their context. The Full Face can be viewed as a foundational element that precedes and underpins the more formal role of the Emperor. This relationship reveals the place of the Full Face as a precursor to the Emperor's authority and responsibilities. The Full Face symbolizes the fundamental nature of the Empress and Emperor's relationship, emphasizing the underlying support and mutual dependency that forms the basis of their partnership. In essence, the Full Face serves as the bedrock upon which the Emperor's formal role and the couple's relationship are built, signifying the intrinsic value and sympathy of these figures and symbols.

II. Emperor & Tarot

Both the Emperor and the High Priestess are important cards in the Tarot, each reflecting a different aspect of governance and leadership in Gebelin's interpretation (order vs. The Emperor elucidates the profound nature and symbolism of the Tarot, connecting the physical and the metaphysical aspects of the cards. His descriptions directly relate to the Major Arcana cards like the Sun and the Moon.

Full FacethroughFortitudeilluminatesDuad →
I. Full Face & Fortitude

The Full Face can symbolize a balanced approach to strength, similar to Fortitude

II. Fortitude & Duad

Fortitude is a symbolic attribute of the Duad, representing the strength and endurance

Full FacethroughFraternityilluminatesChrist →
I. Full Face & Fraternity

The Full Face can symbolize a state of being, which can include the values of a fraternity

II. Fraternity & Christ

The Fraternity views Christ as a central figure in the establishment of true doctrine, contrasting with corrupt forms of Christianity.

Full FacethroughHermitilluminatesMan →
I. Full Face & Hermit

The Hermit represents a pursuit of Truth, which can relate to the Empress's pursuit of activity The Full Face is an entity that embodies a quest for knowledge and philosophical or spiritual development, drawing parallels to the Hermit. Both entities are characterized by their pursuit of wisdom and inner growth. The Full Face ventures on a journey of learning and enlightenment, much like the Hermit's solitary journey seeks to uncover deeper truths. Together, these figures and symbols symbolize the pursuit of knowledge and introspection, affirming the role of individual reflection and the quest for understanding in one's life.

II. Hermit & Man

The hermit's guidance and wisdom are passed on to the man, symbolizing the journey from ignorance to enlightenment

Full FacethroughHierophantilluminatesDevil →
I. Full Face & Hierophant

The Full Face and Hierophant are both symbolic entities associated with spiritual leadership in different forms. The Full Face serves as a spiritual foundation, offering a philosophical and ideological backdrop that supports and informs the journey and duties of the Hierophant. These entities share a interconnected relationship, with the Full Face providing a deeper understanding and guidance for the Hierophant's spiritual and leadership roles. Together, they represent a cohesive framework of spiritual and philosophical guidance, emphasizing the importance of both the foundational principles and the practical roles in spiritual leadership.

II. Hierophant & Devil

The Hierophant and the Devil cards are related through their contrasting roles in representing spiritual guidance and the materialist's downfall, emphasizing the importance of spiritual wisdom over materialist delusions

Full FacethroughHierophantilluminatesHigh Priestess →
I. Full Face & Hierophant

The Full Face and Hierophant are both symbolic entities associated with spiritual leadership in different forms. The Full Face serves as a spiritual foundation, offering a philosophical and ideological backdrop that supports and informs the journey and duties of the Hierophant. These entities share a interconnected relationship, with the Full Face providing a deeper understanding and guidance for the Hierophant's spiritual and leadership roles. Together, they represent a cohesive framework of spiritual and philosophical guidance, emphasizing the importance of both the foundational principles and the practical roles in spiritual leadership.

II. Hierophant & High Priestess

The HIGH PRIESTESS contrasts with the HIEROPHANT, representing esoteric versus exoteric power

Full FacethroughEmperorilluminatesC.r.c. →
I. Full Face & Emperor

The Emperor is a significant entity often portrayed as a more powerful and influential counterpart to the Empress. While the Emperor's journey is typically characterized by a more active and political dimension, it is closely linked to the Full Face, another entity in this context. The Emperor's dynamic nature suggests a focus on action, leadership, and political endeavors, possibly indicating his role in governance, authority, and strategic decision-making. This more proactive and political orientation contrasts with the Full Face, potentially highlighting contrasts or complementary roles within a broader narrative or structure. Together, these figures and symbols—The Emperor and the Full Face—form a comprehensive picture of leadership, authority, and action, emphasizing different facets of power and influence. The Full Face and the Emperor are interconnected entities with significant symbolism within their context. The Full Face can be viewed as a foundational element that precedes and underpins the more formal role of the Emperor. This relationship reveals the place of the Full Face as a precursor to the Emperor's authority and responsibilities. The Full Face symbolizes the fundamental nature of the Empress and Emperor's relationship, emphasizing the underlying support and mutual dependency that forms the basis of their partnership. In essence, the Full Face serves as the bedrock upon which the Emperor's formal role and the couple's relationship are built, signifying the intrinsic value and sympathy of these figures and symbols.

II. Emperor & C.r.c.

And the Emperor underwent the weighing ceremony, suggesting shared spiritual experiences or trials

Full FacethroughMarriageilluminatesVenus →
I. Full Face & Marriage

The Full Face and Lovers can both be seen as symbols of marriage and commitment

II. Marriage & Venus

Marriage is governed by Venus, representing works of love and compassion, aligning with Venus' role in human relationships and divinity.

Full FacethroughEmperorilluminatesKing →
I. Full Face & Emperor

The Emperor is a significant entity often portrayed as a more powerful and influential counterpart to the Empress. While the Emperor's journey is typically characterized by a more active and political dimension, it is closely linked to the Full Face, another entity in this context. The Emperor's dynamic nature suggests a focus on action, leadership, and political endeavors, possibly indicating his role in governance, authority, and strategic decision-making. This more proactive and political orientation contrasts with the Full Face, potentially highlighting contrasts or complementary roles within a broader narrative or structure. Together, these figures and symbols—The Emperor and the Full Face—form a comprehensive picture of leadership, authority, and action, emphasizing different facets of power and influence. The Full Face and the Emperor are interconnected entities with significant symbolism within their context. The Full Face can be viewed as a foundational element that precedes and underpins the more formal role of the Emperor. This relationship reveals the place of the Full Face as a precursor to the Emperor's authority and responsibilities. The Full Face symbolizes the fundamental nature of the Empress and Emperor's relationship, emphasizing the underlying support and mutual dependency that forms the basis of their partnership. In essence, the Full Face serves as the bedrock upon which the Emperor's formal role and the couple's relationship are built, signifying the intrinsic value and sympathy of these figures and symbols.

II. Emperor & King

Kingship is derived from the Emperor, as a hierarchy of power and responsibility