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

Michael

Michael, an important figure prominently associated with divine attributes and celestial forces, is described as embodying qualities such as balance, order, and moral restraint. In various contexts, he is identified as an angel, symbolizing both the force of moral restraint and the leadership of celestial beings. The prophet who casts an angel out, often implied to be Michael from references in the book of Revelation, is a significant figure in discussions of divine and heavenly struggles.

Michael is closely tied to solar and cosmic imagery, symbolizing the king of the sun and lightning, and being the angel of the sun. This role connects him with themes of the rise of new universal kingdoms and the sun in history. His position as "Michael is Like Unto God" underscores his exalted status and divine-like qualities.

These descriptions collectively paint a picture of Michael as a powerful and manifold entity, occupying key roles in celestial and terrestrial contexts. He is a central figure in discussions of moral and cosmic struggle, with profound connections to both divine attributes and natural phenomena.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Michael, an angel, initiated David, ensuring the continuation of this hermetic lineage

SatanPerson

Michael's restraint of Satan symbolizes the balance of forces in maintaining moral and spiritual harmony

ApostasyConcept

Michael, in Christian kabbalah, is associated with the concept of apostasy

God→Concept

The prophet referenced is likely Michael, involved in divine struggles and teachings.

Devil→Concept

Mention of casting an angel implies interaction between Michael and the devil, relating via divine struggle.

Gnomes→Substance

Michael's realm affects the Gnomes (the special kingdom of the north) and thus has a relation to Gnomes

Stars Of SolomonConcept

Michael's realm and the commanding figure of the Star of Solomon are related in conjuration practices

Star Of SolomonConcept

Michael's realm and the commanding figure of the Star of Solomon are related in conjuration practices

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

MichaelthroughDevililluminatesTarot →
I. Michael & Devil

Mention of casting an angel implies interaction between Michael and the devil, relating via divine struggle.

II. Devil & Tarot

The Tarot includes The Devil which signifies separation, ego, and the negative aspects of the human condition

MichaelthroughGnomesilluminatesParacelsus →
I. Michael & Gnomes

Michael's realm affects the Gnomes (the special kingdom of the north) and thus has a relation to Gnomes

II. Gnomes & Paracelsus

Paracelsus theorized gnomes as invisible ether beings.

MichaelthroughGodilluminatesAlchemy →
I. Michael & God

The prophet referenced is likely Michael, involved in divine struggles and teachings.

II. God & Alchemy

The transformations in alchemy are seen as divine actions, manifesting God's essence through growth and expansion.

MichaelthroughGodilluminatesMysteries →
I. Michael & God

The prophet referenced is likely Michael, involved in divine struggles and teachings.

II. God & Mysteries

Mysteries offer a path to understanding and embracing the true nature of God, which guides the soul.

MichaelthroughGodilluminatesSpirit →
I. Michael & God

The prophet referenced is likely Michael, involved in divine struggles and teachings.

II. God & Spirit

God represents the ultimate goal and source of divine powers.

MichaelthroughGodilluminatesFire →
I. Michael & God

The prophet referenced is likely Michael, involved in divine struggles and teachings.

II. God & Fire

(GOD created fire from the letter Shin as per Chapter 10)

MichaelthroughGnomesilluminatesFiruzabad →
I. Michael & Gnomes

Michael's realm affects the Gnomes (the special kingdom of the north) and thus has a relation to Gnomes

II. Gnomes & Firuzabad

Firuzabad's capital Tiruzia held gnomes, such as pygmies, as part of its hostages

MichaelthroughDevililluminatesMan →
I. Michael & Devil

Mention of casting an angel implies interaction between Michael and the devil, relating via divine struggle.

II. Devil & Man

The man and woman, once in love, are now chained to the cube, representing their subjection to evil

MichaelthroughDevililluminatesDeath →
I. Michael & Devil

Mention of casting an angel implies interaction between Michael and the devil, relating via divine struggle.

II. Devil & Death

The death card can signify an end to a situation involving negative habits or behaviors, which is related to the transformative nature of The Devil

MichaelthroughDevililluminatesFreemasonry →
I. Michael & Devil

Mention of casting an angel implies interaction between Michael and the devil, relating via divine struggle.

II. Devil & Freemasonry

During the period when Freemasonry was persecuted by the Roman Church, it was associated with the worship and invocation of the devil through the association known as Mopses.