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

Heathen

Refers to people not ready to receive the truth

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

True StudentConcept

True students and heathens are contrasted in terms of their readiness to receive spiritual teachings

Kybalion→Substance

Heathen reject the wisdom in The Kybalion because they are not prepared

Master→Person

Heathens reject the teachings that are presented by the master

Path→Ritual

Heathens resist the path that leads to understanding

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

HeathenthroughHermetic TeachingsilluminatesAlchemy →
I. Heathen & Hermetic Teachings

Heathens reject the teachings

II. Hermetic Teachings & Alchemy

Hermetic teachings have a significant influence on the practice of Alchemy.

HeathenthroughMasterilluminatesTruth →
I. Heathen & Master

Heathens reject the teachings that are presented by the master

II. Master & Truth

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

HeathenthroughKybalionilluminatesPhilosophy →
I. Heathen & Kybalion

Heathen reject the wisdom in The Kybalion because they are not prepared

II. Kybalion & Philosophy

The Kybalion presents a form of philosophy based on Hermetic teachings.

HeathenthroughKybalionilluminatesAll →
I. Heathen & Kybalion

Heathen reject the wisdom in The Kybalion because they are not prepared

II. Kybalion & All

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.

HeathenthroughKybalionilluminatesHermes →
I. Heathen & Kybalion

Heathen reject the wisdom in The Kybalion because they are not prepared

II. Kybalion & Hermes

THE KYBALION, a renowned esoteric text, encompasses teachings that have their roots in the wisdom of Hermes, known as the "Master of Masters." The Kybalion integrates and preserves the philosophical and spiritual teachings attributed to Hermes, presenting them in a manner accessible to a broader audience. These teachings, embedded within the pages of The Kybalion, reflect Hermes' intellectual and spiritual legacy, making his wisdom more widely available to students of metaphysics and seekers of deeper understandings of the universe.

HeathenthroughKybalionilluminatesHermes Trismegistus →
I. Heathen & Kybalion

Heathen reject the wisdom in The Kybalion because they are not prepared

II. Kybalion & Hermes Trismegistus

Hermes Trismegistus is recognized as the founder of Hermetic teachings, a philosophical and mystical system that emphasizes rationality, spirituality, and the unity of all things. These teachings are intricately connected with The Kybalion, a document that both embodies and distills the principles foundational to Hermetic philosophy. The Kybalion serves as a repository and interpreter of Hermes Trismegistus' wisdom, which revolves around key concepts such as the Law of Mentalism, the Unity of All Things, and the Doctrine of Vibration. Through this text, the principles of Hermetic philosophy are made accessible to modern readers, ensuring the continuity and proliferation of these ancient teachings.

HeathenthroughMasterilluminatesWill →
I. Heathen & Master

Heathens reject the teachings that are presented by the master

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.

HeathenthroughKybalionilluminatesQuintara →
I. Heathen & Kybalion

Heathen reject the wisdom in The Kybalion because they are not prepared

II. Kybalion & Quintara

Quintara has facilitated exchanges related to teachings found in The Kybalion

HeathenthroughMasterilluminatesEsoteric Writings →
I. Heathen & Master

Heathens reject the teachings that are presented by the master

II. Master & Esoteric Writings

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

HeathenthroughMasterilluminatesReligion →
I. Heathen & Master

Heathens reject the teachings that are presented by the master

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.