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

Kabalists

Kabalists, specifically the Hebrew Kabalists, define the term Microprosopus, which is related to the idea of creating a little world. They consider knowledge of oneself as the first work of science and the creator of the little world.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Kabalistic DeathConcept

Kabalists discuss the concept of kabalistic death

Magical AgentConcept

Magical agents operate within the beliefs of kabalists

TarotsSubstance

Kabalists created simplified Tarot cards for divination and occult practice

Kabalists are a part of the lineage of initiates, and contribute to the understanding of the true initiates who practice true science and magic.

Kabalists engaged in the practice of Necromancy as a means to communicate with spirits and souls of the dead.

The Pantacle is a symbol used by Kabalists in their magical and kabalistic practices described in the text.

Kabalists provide the definition of the term Microprosopus and contribute to the understanding of the true magician who is the sovereign pontiff of nature.

Kabalists contribute to the definition of the Great Work and the understanding of the creator of the little world, which is part of the Great Work.

Adept→Concept

Kabalists provide a definition of Adept and contribute to the understanding of the true knowledge and practice of magic and science.

Lineage→Lineage

Kabalists were master magicians during the Middle Ages and held the Sabbath on Sundays

Kabalists were central to the True Sabbath ceremonies

Evil SpiritsSubstance

Kabalists are described as understanding the concept of evil as a shell, comparing it to the solidification of a spirit in the material realm.

SorcererConcept

The Sorcerer's practices are in opposition to the Kabalists' understanding and practice of true Magic, making them enemies in this context.

Elect FewLineage

Kabalists contribute to the lineage of elect few who are capable of understanding and practicing true Science and Magic.

SorcerersLineage

Sorcerers are often part of the lineage or tradition of the Kabalists, as they practice similar magical and esoteric arts.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

KabaliststhroughAdeptilluminatesSun →
I. Kabalists & Adept

Kabalists provide a definition of Adept and contribute to the understanding of the true knowledge and practice of magic and science.

II. Adept & Sun

The adept speaks from the sun, indicating a spiritual connection

KabaliststhroughPantacleilluminatesTarot →
I. Kabalists & Pantacle

The Pantacle is a symbol used by Kabalists in their magical and kabalistic practices described in the text.

II. Pantacle & Tarot

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

KabaliststhroughTrue SabbathilluminatesFire →
I. Kabalists & True Sabbath

Kabalists were central to the True Sabbath ceremonies

II. True Sabbath & Fire

Great fires played a role in the True Sabbath initiation ceremony

KabaliststhroughMagicianilluminatesKabalah →
I. Kabalists & Magician

Kabalists provide the definition of the term Microprosopus and contribute to the understanding of the true magician who is the sovereign pontiff of nature.

II. Magician & Kabalah

Magicians need the knowledge of Kabalah to properly guide and explain the phenomena of science and magic, making the relationship strong as the magician cannot fully practice without access to kabalistic knowledge. The magician's practice and understanding depend on Kabalah, making the relationship strong.

KabaliststhroughPantacleilluminatesPentagram →
I. Kabalists & Pantacle

The Pantacle is a symbol used by Kabalists in their magical and kabalistic practices described in the text.

II. Pantacle & Pentagram

The entities "Pentagram" and "Pantacle" are interrelated magical symbols used together in various occult and ceremonial practices. Both symbols find their application in conjuction, as detailed in the surviving literature. The Pentagram, often represented as a five-pointed star, serves as a fundamental element in magical workings and is frequently depicted in combination with the Pantacle. The Pantacle, which typically features a circular design often enclosed by a five-pointed star, complements the Pentagram to create a powerful emblem. This pairing allows practitioners to harness combined energies and achieve specific magical objectives. Utilizing these symbols together enhances their effectiveness and significance in rituals and invocations, making them indispensable tools in the practice of ceremonial magic. The Pantacle and the Pentagram are interrelated mystical symbols utilized together for various magical and ritual purposes. According to the text, the Pantacle often incorporates or includes the Pentagram, with specific instances referring to the Pentagram associated with Jupiter. This synergy between the two symbols highlights their joint significance in certain esoteric practices and rituals.

KabaliststhroughGreat WorkilluminatesHermes →
I. Kabalists & Great Work

Kabalists contribute to the definition of the Great Work and the understanding of the creator of the little world, which is part of the Great Work.

II. Great Work & Hermes

Hermes is central to the Hermetic philosophy that underpins the Great Work in alchemy.

KabaliststhroughMagicianilluminatesMoon →
I. Kabalists & Magician

Kabalists provide the definition of the term Microprosopus and contribute to the understanding of the true magician who is the sovereign pontiff of nature.

II. Magician & Moon

The Magician and The Moon are indirectly related in a narrative sense; the Magician's magic symbolizes understanding, while The Moon card represents misunderstanding and delusion

KabaliststhroughNecromancyilluminatesAstral Light →
I. Kabalists & Necromancy

Kabalists engaged in the practice of Necromancy as a means to communicate with spirits and souls of the dead.

II. Necromancy & Astral Light

Necromancy is an esoteric practice that primarily focuses on the communication and manipulation of spirits through the use of Astral Light as a medium. Astral Light, essential to necromancy, functions as the catalyst for interactions with spirits, allowing practitioners to engage in dialogue and control spiritual entities. This practice suggests that necromancers harness the Astral Light to bridge the gap between the physical and spiritual realms, enabling them to contact and exert influence over spirits. Astral Light serves an essential office in necromancy, acting as the fundamental energy source that facilitates interaction with spirits. Necromancers employ this light to establish connections and communicate with the spirits, thereby performing various ritualistic or magical acts. The descriptions indicate that necromancy and Astral Light are intrinsically linked, with the latter being indispensable for the former to function effectively.

KabaliststhroughPantacleilluminatesEvocation →
I. Kabalists & Pantacle

The Pantacle is a symbol used by Kabalists in their magical and kabalistic practices described in the text.

II. Pantacle & Evocation

Pantacle is an object used in light Necromancy for evoking spirits

KabaliststhroughInitiateilluminatesIsis →
I. Kabalists & Initiate

Kabalists are a part of the lineage of initiates, and contribute to the understanding of the true initiates who practice true science and magic.

II. Initiate & Isis

Initiates are deeply connected to the practices of Isis, as their knowledge and rituals align with worship of the goddess