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

Levi's Tableau

Levi's Tableau is a creation which explores the relations between God, Man, and the Universe

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Papus→Person

Papus follows the work of Levi, specifically in the Tarot research Papus extends the work of Levi, specifically in the Tarot research

Tarot→Substance

Levi's Tableau explores the relation between God, Man, and the Universe, related to the Tarot as a medium

Moses→Person

Levi's Tableau explores the relation with God and Man, a concept Moses can relate to in the spiritual lineage

Abraham→Lineage

Levi's Tableau examines the profound relationship between God, Man, and the World, a subject that resonates deeply with Abraham, given his significant place in the spiritual lineage. This artistic or thematic exploration seeks to uncover the interplay between divine intervention and human existence within an overarching universal context. Through Levi's Tableau, the sympathy of spiritual and worldly dimensions is highlighted, reflecting themes that are intrinsic to both the concept and the individual named Abraham. The work aims to engage viewers or readers in a contemplation of their place in the grander scheme of creation and the spiritual journey that defines much of Abraham's legacy.

Levi's Tableau explores the relation between God, Man, and the Universe, related to Sephirah

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Levi's TableauthroughTarotilluminatesSun →
I. Levi's Tableau & Tarot

Levi's Tableau explores the relation between God, Man, and the Universe, related to the Tarot as a medium

II. Tarot & Sun

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

Levi's TableauthroughTarotilluminatesParacelsus →
I. Levi's Tableau & Tarot

Levi's Tableau explores the relation between God, Man, and the Universe, related to the Tarot as a medium

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.

Levi's TableauthroughTarotilluminatesPantacle →
I. Levi's Tableau & Tarot

Levi's Tableau explores the relation between God, Man, and the Universe, related to the Tarot as a medium

II. Tarot & Pantacle

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

Levi's TableauthroughTarotilluminatesAlchemy →
I. Levi's Tableau & Tarot

Levi's Tableau explores the relation between God, Man, and the Universe, related to the Tarot as a medium

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

Levi's TableauthroughTarotilluminatesKabalah →
I. Levi's Tableau & Tarot

Levi's Tableau explores the relation between God, Man, and the Universe, related to the Tarot as a medium

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.

Levi's TableauthroughTarotilluminatesAstrology →
I. Levi's Tableau & Tarot

Levi's Tableau explores the relation between God, Man, and the Universe, related to the Tarot as a medium

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.

Levi's TableauthroughTarotilluminatesPentagram →
I. Levi's Tableau & Tarot

Levi's Tableau explores the relation between God, Man, and the Universe, related to the Tarot as a medium

II. Tarot & Pentagram

Both symbols are used in the same occult practices to achieve different goals, symbolizing the same fundamental principles

Levi's TableauthroughTarotilluminatesMoon →
I. Levi's Tableau & Tarot

Levi's Tableau explores the relation between God, Man, and the Universe, related to the Tarot as a medium

II. Tarot & Moon

The Moon card is directly linked to the divine tears of Isis, symbolizing the Moon's nurturing and life-giving qualities in Gebelin's interpretation. The Tarot includes The Moon which symbolizes illusion, the subconscious, and the path of the subconscious mind

Levi's TableauthroughMosesilluminatesChrist →
I. Levi's Tableau & Moses

Levi's Tableau explores the relation with God and Man, a concept Moses can relate to in the spiritual lineage

II. Moses & Christ

Moses and Christ are both figures in Kabbalistic traditions, having passed through significant portions of the Fifty Gates of Light with Moses reaching a high level and Christ surpassing it

Levi's TableauthroughTarotilluminatesDeath →
I. Levi's Tableau & Tarot

Levi's Tableau explores the relation between God, Man, and the Universe, related to the Tarot as a medium

II. Tarot & Death

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