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

Juggler

Juggler, also known as Magus, is a symbolic entity representing the first day of the lunar cycle. It is associated with favorable conditions for mental enterprises, emphasizing clarity of thought and conducive times for intellectual endeavors. This entity embodies the active principle in both divine and human autotelia, highlighting its role in the balanced and practical operation of various domains. Juggler's symbolization emphasizes the importance of balance and practicality, suggesting that mental and physical activities requiring skill and precision are well-suited when the Juggler's influence is considered.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

New MoonConcept

Juggler is the first day of the moon, favorable for mental enterprises and innovations

Tarot→Substance

The Juggler on the medal is a key character in the Tarot symbolism, depicting the card's design.

The Pentagram held by the Juggler is a symbol associated with the cards and part of the Tarot imagery.

AlephConcept

The juggler is the representation of Aleph in the Tarot, symbolizing being, mind, and man

TijuquaSubstance

The juggler in the Tarot holds a miraculous rod symbolized by the sacred TAU, a cross emblem

Arcana Of True Clavicles Of SolomonConcept

The Clavicles and the Juggler are related as both are key components of the Tarot's secrets

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

JugglerthroughTarotilluminatesSun →
I. Juggler & Tarot

The Juggler on the medal is a key character in the Tarot symbolism, depicting the card's design.

II. Tarot & Sun

The Tarot includes The Sun which represents spiritual illumination, truth, and the renewal of life

JugglerthroughTarotilluminatesParacelsus →
I. Juggler & Tarot

The Juggler on the medal is a key character in the Tarot symbolism, depicting the card's design.

II. Tarot & Paracelsus

Paracelsus, the renowned Renaissance physician, alchemist, and astrologer, is associated with the Tarot in various legends and historical accounts. According to one narrative, Paracelsus is credited with revealing a significant insight into the Tarot after interpreting hieroglyphs in a dream. This suggests that Paracelsus believed in the symbolic and potentially hidden meanings within the Tarot's intricate designs and symbolism. It is also suggested that Paracelsus may have utilized or had an understanding of the Tarot as part of his broader astrological practices, which were central to his overall approach to medicine and philosophy. Both narratives highlight Paracelsus' deep engagement with esoteric knowledge and his belief in the sympathy of various forms of wisdom, including the astrological and the alchemical, as well as the mystical significance of the Tarot.

JugglerthroughTarotilluminatesPantacle →
I. Juggler & Tarot

The Juggler on the medal is a key character in the Tarot symbolism, depicting the card's design.

II. Tarot & Pantacle

The Pantacle, a ritual symbol, is part of the Tarot, which contains kabalistic alphabets and symbols used in magical practices.

JugglerthroughTarotilluminatesAlchemy →
I. Juggler & Tarot

The Juggler on the medal is a key character in the Tarot symbolism, depicting the card's design.

II. Tarot & Alchemy

TAROT and ALCHEMY are interconnected in the works of individuals like Papus, who utilize the Tarot as a tool to apply alchemical principles in his occult teachings. Both the Tarot and Alchemy are recognized as symbols and systems that seek deeper metaphysical and psychological truths. These disciplines are related through their esoteric and symbolic nature, with the Tarot often seen as a symbolic system parallel to Alchemy, both aiming to explore the same profound dimensions of reality. Through the lens of Papus, the Tarot becomes a means to translate and apply the concepts of Alchemy into a more accessible and intuitive framework, emphasizing their shared pursuit of understanding the nature of the universe and the human psyche. Alchemy and Tarot are both practices associated with ancient mysticism and transmutation

JugglerthroughPentagramilluminatesPythagoras →
I. Juggler & Pentagram

The Pentagram held by the Juggler is a symbol associated with the cards and part of the Tarot imagery.

II. Pentagram & Pythagoras

The pentagram was a symbol significant in the teachings and practices of Pythagoras and his school

JugglerthroughTarotilluminatesKabalah →
I. Juggler & Tarot

The Juggler on the medal is a key character in the Tarot symbolism, depicting the card's design.

II. Tarot & Kabalah

The Tarot serves as a key to the Kabalah, indicating its significant symbolic and mystical importance Kabalistic theosophy is tied to the Tarot as Lévi and others discuss its connection to the Thirty-two Paths of Kabalistic theosophy.

JugglerthroughTarotilluminatesAstrology →
I. Juggler & Tarot

The Juggler on the medal is a key character in the Tarot symbolism, depicting the card's design.

II. Tarot & Astrology

The Tarot was used by Etteilla to apply astrological principles in divination.> Astrology is seen as a parallel system to the Tarot, both dealing with human consciousness and relations to celestial bodies, and thus is related to the Tarot in the context of understanding deeper metaphysical truths.

JugglerthroughNew MoonilluminatesMoon →
I. Juggler & New Moon

Juggler is the first day of the moon, favorable for mental enterprises and innovations

II. New Moon & Moon

Moon is associated with the phases, beginning with the new moon, having a magnetic fluid that affects the earth

JugglerthroughPentagramilluminatesAstral Light →
I. Juggler & Pentagram

The Pentagram held by the Juggler is a symbol associated with the cards and part of the Tarot imagery.

II. Pentagram & Astral Light

Through the Pentagram, spirits representing the Astral Light can be made available for observation

JugglerthroughTarotilluminatesDeath →
I. Juggler & Tarot

The Juggler on the medal is a key character in the Tarot symbolism, depicting the card's design.

II. Tarot & Death

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