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

Mind Of The All

The mind of THE ALL is where spirit, and by extension the universe, exists. It is where infinite living mind pervades and creates mental universes.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Spirit→Concept

The mind of THE ALL is the source of spirit, where infinite living mind pervades and creates mental universes.

Hermes→Lineage

Hermes taught that THE ALL creates the universe mentally, similar to the mental process humans use to create mental images.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Mind Of The AllthroughHermesilluminatesSun →
I. Mind Of The All & Hermes

Hermes taught that THE ALL creates the universe mentally, similar to the mental process humans use to create mental images.

II. Hermes & Sun

Hermes is linked to the Sun in the context of the Philosopher's Stone, possibly through his creation of the Emerald Tablet. Hermes, an Egyptian solar deity, shares points of resemblance with the solar disc

Mind Of The AllthroughSpiritilluminatesAlchemy →
I. Mind Of The All & Spirit

The mind of THE ALL is the source of spirit, where infinite living mind pervades and creates mental universes.

II. Spirit & Alchemy

Alchemy requires the action of the spirit, representing the divine will, to transform external substances.

Mind Of The AllthroughHermesilluminatesPhilosopher's Stone →
I. Mind Of The All & Hermes

Hermes taught that THE ALL creates the universe mentally, similar to the mental process humans use to create mental images.

II. Hermes & Philosopher's Stone

Hermes, the father of philosophers, is an important figure who created the Emerald Tablet, which is a key source for the Philosopher's Stone. PHILOSOPHER'S STONE and Hermes are closely wedded through symbolic and philosophical relationships. PHILOSOPHER'S STONE, a symbolic substance central to alchemical teachings, draws its roots from Hermes' teachings and practices. Hermes, the cunning messenger of the gods and a divine guide, symbolically serves an essential office in the process and rituals associated with the PHILOSOPHER'S STONE. His teachings are at the core of understanding and achieving the ultimate goal of the Philosopher's Stone. Whether through direct ritual practices or foundational philosophical lessons, Hermes' wisdom and mystical knowledge are essential components in the complex alchemical journey toward the PHILOSOPHER'S STONE. His teachings and practices provide the theoretical and practical framework for its creation, highlighting the inseparable bond between Hermes and the PHILOSOPHER'S STONE in both symbolic and historical contexts.

Mind Of The AllthroughHermesilluminatesPhilosophy →
I. Mind Of The All & Hermes

Hermes taught that THE ALL creates the universe mentally, similar to the mental process humans use to create mental images.

II. Hermes & Philosophy

Philosophy, as described, follows the dogma of Hermes, making Hermes central to the philosophy of the adepts.

Mind Of The AllthroughSpiritilluminatesAll →
I. Mind Of The All & Spirit

The mind of THE ALL is the source of spirit, where infinite living mind pervades and creates mental universes.

II. Spirit & All

SPIRIT is characterized as the Infinite Living Mind and the Real Essence, serving as the highest conception of the concepts that make up THE ALL. This essence is both infinite and living, transcending human understanding. SPIRIT and THE ALL are intrinsically linked, with LIFE and MIND, as well as ENERGY and MATTER, viewed as manifestations or aspects of SPIRIT's essence. SPIRIT is also described as the essence from which the universe is created, further emphasizing its foundational importance in the cosmic structure. Thus, SPIRIT and THE ALL are understood to be intertwined, with SPIRIT being the fundamental reality from which all other aspects of existence emanate.

Mind Of The AllthroughSpiritilluminatesGod →
I. Mind Of The All & Spirit

The mind of THE ALL is the source of spirit, where infinite living mind pervades and creates mental universes.

II. Spirit & God

God represents the ultimate goal and source of divine powers.

Mind Of The AllthroughSpiritilluminatesMan →
I. Mind Of The All & Spirit

The mind of THE ALL is the source of spirit, where infinite living mind pervades and creates mental universes.

II. Spirit & Man

Man is created in the image of God, sharing a twofold constitution with the divine, including a spiritual and material aspect.

Mind Of The AllthroughSpiritilluminatesDeath →
I. Mind Of The All & Spirit

The mind of THE ALL is the source of spirit, where infinite living mind pervades and creates mental universes.

II. Spirit & Death

Death signifies the end of a Spirit's current life and its transition to another realm or possibly a new life SPIRIT and DEATH are interconnected concepts in this framework, with death signifying the transition of the SPIRIT to another realm. The SPIRIT's experiences and journey through life are seen as preparatory steps for this natural termination of the life cycle. Upon death, the SPIRIT undergoes a transition, moving on to an alternative existence. This comprehensive summary integrates both the classical literature, aligning them into a cohesive narrative that highlights the relationship between SPIRIT and DEATH.

Mind Of The AllthroughHermesilluminatesFreemasonry →
I. Mind Of The All & Hermes

Hermes taught that THE ALL creates the universe mentally, similar to the mental process humans use to create mental images.

II. Hermes & Freemasonry

Hermes is associated with the dissemination of knowledge inscribed on pillars following the flood, representing the continuity of wisdom in Masonic symbolism.

Mind Of The AllthroughSpiritilluminatesMatter →
I. Mind Of The All & Spirit

The mind of THE ALL is the source of spirit, where infinite living mind pervades and creates mental universes.

II. Spirit & Matter

Matter and spirit are described as opposing forces in the process of life and death, showing a conceptual relationship between the two.