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

Modes

Modes, or keys, in the Greek musical system, were believed to possess the power to incite or allay various emotions, as described by Pythagoras in his therapeutic music.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Pythagorean philosophy introduced the concept of modes as harmonic scales with specific effects on the nature and state.

Phrygian ModeSubstance

The Phrygian mode, another specific example of modes, is associated with the Phrygian key and its distinctive effects.

Dorian ModeSubstance

The Dorian mode, as a specific example of modes, is associated with the Dorian key and its distinctive effects.

The modes, particularly as understood by Pythagoras, reflect the sympathy of elements and the cosmos.

John A. NewlandsPerson

Newlands' law of octaves in modern chemistry is based on the harmonic intervals of music, which reflects the Pythagorean influence on natural laws.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

ModesthroughPythagorasilluminatesSun →
I. Modes & Pythagoras

Pythagorean philosophy introduced the concept of modes as harmonic scales with specific effects on the nature and state.

II. Pythagoras & Sun

Sol, often associated with Apollo, is mentioned in connection with Pythagoras, symbolizing divine knowledge and wisdom

ModesthroughPythagorasilluminatesAlchemy →
I. Modes & Pythagoras

Pythagorean philosophy introduced the concept of modes as harmonic scales with specific effects on the nature and state.

II. Pythagoras & Alchemy

Pythagoras is mentioned as a potential alchemist in ancient tradition, although no historical proof of his alchemical practice exists

ModesthroughPythagorasilluminatesMysteries →
I. Modes & Pythagoras

Pythagorean philosophy introduced the concept of modes as harmonic scales with specific effects on the nature and state.

II. Pythagoras & Mysteries

Pythagoras was an initiate in the Mystery schools, teaching divine knowledge and founding the Philosophical movement

ModesthroughPythagorasilluminatesPentagram →
I. Modes & Pythagoras

Pythagorean philosophy introduced the concept of modes as harmonic scales with specific effects on the nature and state.

II. Pythagoras & Pentagram

The pentagram was a symbol significant in the teachings and practices of Pythagoras and his school

ModesthroughPythagorasilluminatesIsis →
I. Modes & Pythagoras

Pythagorean philosophy introduced the concept of modes as harmonic scales with specific effects on the nature and state.

II. Pythagoras & Isis

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

ModesthroughPythagorasilluminatesFreemasonry →
I. Modes & Pythagoras

Pythagorean philosophy introduced the concept of modes as harmonic scales with specific effects on the nature and state.

II. Pythagoras & Freemasonry

Pythagoras and Freemasonry share historical and philosophical connections, both dealing with wisdom and symbolism Ancient Masonry influenced and was influenced by the philosophies of Pythagoras, in particular his focus on wisdom and symbolic practices

ModesthroughElementsilluminatesWater →
I. Modes & Elements

The modes, particularly as understood by Pythagoras, reflect the sympathy of elements and the cosmos.

II. Elements & Water

Water originates from lower fire, reflecting heavenly influences

ModesthroughPythagorasilluminatesTriad →
I. Modes & Pythagoras

Pythagorean philosophy introduced the concept of modes as harmonic scales with specific effects on the nature and state.

II. Pythagoras & Triad

Pythagoras used the triad in summarizing his philosophical and mathematical teachings

ModesthroughElementsilluminatesAir →
I. Modes & Elements

The modes, particularly as understood by Pythagoras, reflect the sympathy of elements and the cosmos.

II. Elements & Air

Air is derived from the Eternal Light and ethereal water

ModesthroughPythagorasilluminatesAristotle →
I. Modes & Pythagoras

Pythagorean philosophy introduced the concept of modes as harmonic scales with specific effects on the nature and state.

II. Pythagoras & Aristotle

Pythagoras indirectly influenced Aristotle through his works on philosophy