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

Mirror Like Orb

A smooth orb resembling a mirror on the crown of Isis, symbolizing her connection to the moon and reflective knowledge

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Isis→Concept

The orb on the crown symbolizes Isis’s connection to the moon and her reflective knowledge.

Isis Crown→Substance

The orb is an attribute of the crown, symbolizing Isis’s connection to the moon

TyphoConcept

The MIRROR LIKE ORB, a symbol of reflective knowledge, serves as a counterbalance to the chaos represented by TYPHO. This orb, through its reflective properties, embodies the wisdom and clarity that oppose the tumultuous and unorderly forces associated with TYPHO. The sistrum, an instrument used in various religious and ceremonial contexts, is described as a tool that aids in dispelling the chaos symbolized by TYPHO, reinforcing the role of the MIRROR LIKE ORB in maintaining order and balance.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Mirror Like OrbthroughIsisilluminatesSun →
I. Mirror Like Orb & Isis

The orb on the crown symbolizes Isis’s connection to the moon and her reflective knowledge.

II. Isis & Sun

Isis, as the solar virgin, is associated with the sun and its luminosity SUN and ISIS, two entities deeply rooted in Egyptian mythology, are interwoven in various mythological descriptions. ISIS, an Egyptian solar deity, is particularly noted as the mother of solar energy, highlighting her essential part in the sun's manifestation and cosmic significance. The entities SUN and ISIS are frequently associated in mythological contexts, suggesting a close connection and shared symbolism. These descriptions paint a picture of SUN and ISIS as pivotal figures in the Egyptian pantheon, with SUN representing the physical phenomenon of the sun, and ISIS embodying the spiritual and mythic aspects of solar energy. Their interconnection demonstrates the deep spiritual and philosophical importance of the sun in ancient Egyptian beliefs and culture.

Mirror Like OrbthroughIsisilluminatesTarot →
I. Mirror Like Orb & Isis

The orb on the crown symbolizes Isis’s connection to the moon and her reflective knowledge.

II. Isis & Tarot

The three of cups shows the figure of Isis, and therefore is part of Tarot symbolism.

Mirror Like OrbthroughIsisilluminatesPythagoras →
I. Mirror Like Orb & Isis

The orb on the crown symbolizes Isis’s connection to the moon and her reflective knowledge.

II. Isis & Pythagoras

Pythagoras incorporated Egyptian teachings, particularly those of Isis, into his philosophical work

Mirror Like OrbthroughIsis CrownilluminatesTiruzia →
I. Mirror Like Orb & Isis Crown

The orb is an attribute of the crown, symbolizing Isis’s connection to the moon

II. Isis Crown & Tiruzia

The crown is related to the city of Tiruzia where Isis was held

Mirror Like OrbthroughIsisilluminatesTalisman →
I. Mirror Like Orb & Isis

The orb on the crown symbolizes Isis’s connection to the moon and her reflective knowledge.

II. Isis & Talisman

Talismans include imagery and symbols associated with Isis, the goddess of magic and protection.

Mirror Like OrbthroughIsisilluminatesDruids →
I. Mirror Like Orb & Isis

The orb on the crown symbolizes Isis’s connection to the moon and her reflective knowledge.

II. Isis & Druids

The druids worship Isis under the symbol of the moon, connecting her to nature and wisdom Isis is an important figure in druidic worship, symbolizing wisdom and the divine feminine

Mirror Like OrbthroughIsisilluminatesTable →
I. Mirror Like Orb & Isis

The orb on the crown symbolizes Isis’s connection to the moon and her reflective knowledge.

II. Isis & Table

The table is used in the worship of Isis and other deities, particularly those mentioned in the text

Mirror Like OrbthroughIsisilluminatesOsiris →
I. Mirror Like Orb & Isis

The orb on the crown symbolizes Isis’s connection to the moon and her reflective knowledge.

II. Isis & Osiris

Isis and Osiris are siblings in Egyptian mythology, representing the concept of natural fecundity and the solar beneficent influence, respectively.

Mirror Like OrbthroughIsisilluminatesTaurus →
I. Mirror Like Orb & Isis

The orb on the crown symbolizes Isis’s connection to the moon and her reflective knowledge.

II. Isis & Taurus

Both symbols, Taurus and Isis, represent aspects of the divine feminine, fields of manifestation, and passive richness in a macrocosmic context.

Mirror Like OrbthroughIsisilluminatesTyphon →
I. Mirror Like Orb & Isis

The orb on the crown symbolizes Isis’s connection to the moon and her reflective knowledge.

II. Isis & Typhon

Typhon, the adversary of Isis, is a key character in the mythological concept of cosmic struggles involving Osiris, Isis, and Typhon.