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

Mopses

Mopses was an association that brought the Rites of the Gnostic Sabbath from a unknown origin into Germany. It used the Hermetic dog as an idol, in place of the Kabalistic goat, and had its candidates enter with eyes bandaged.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Mopses, a rival organization, was in conflict with Freemasonry during the period of the Gnostic Sabbath rituals.

Devil→Concept

Devil was a central concept for Mopses, who invoked it as part of their evil practices and rituals, in opposition to the Roman Church's stance on Freemasonry.

Templar BaphometSubstance

Templar Baphomet was a concept used by the Mopses in their rituals and practices.

CatholicismConcept

Mopses claimed to recruit among Catholics, indicating a connection between the two.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

MopsesthroughDevililluminatesTarot →
I. Mopses & Devil

Devil was a central concept for Mopses, who invoked it as part of their evil practices and rituals, in opposition to the Roman Church's stance on Freemasonry.

II. Devil & Tarot

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

MopsesthroughFreemasonryilluminatesPythagoras →
I. Mopses & Freemasonry

Mopses, a rival organization, was in conflict with Freemasonry during the period of the Gnostic Sabbath rituals.

II. Freemasonry & Pythagoras

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

MopsesthroughFreemasonryilluminatesHermes →
I. Mopses & Freemasonry

Mopses, a rival organization, was in conflict with Freemasonry during the period of the Gnostic Sabbath rituals.

II. Freemasonry & Hermes

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

MopsesthroughDevililluminatesGod →
I. Mopses & Devil

Devil was a central concept for Mopses, who invoked it as part of their evil practices and rituals, in opposition to the Roman Church's stance on Freemasonry.

II. Devil & God

The devil is an angel cast out of heaven for wanting divinity, contrasting with the character of God

MopsesthroughDevililluminatesMan →
I. Mopses & Devil

Devil was a central concept for Mopses, who invoked it as part of their evil practices and rituals, in opposition to the Roman Church's stance on Freemasonry.

II. Devil & Man

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

MopsesthroughDevililluminatesDeath →
I. Mopses & Devil

Devil was a central concept for Mopses, who invoked it as part of their evil practices and rituals, in opposition to the Roman Church's stance on Freemasonry.

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

MopsesthroughDevililluminatesHierophant →
I. Mopses & Devil

Devil was a central concept for Mopses, who invoked it as part of their evil practices and rituals, in opposition to the Roman Church's stance on Freemasonry.

II. Devil & Hierophant

The Hierophant and the Devil cards are related through their contrasting roles in representing spiritual guidance and the materialist's downfall, emphasizing the importance of spiritual wisdom over materialist delusions

MopsesthroughFreemasonryilluminatesRosicrucianism →
I. Mopses & Freemasonry

Mopses, a rival organization, was in conflict with Freemasonry during the period of the Gnostic Sabbath rituals.

II. Freemasonry & Rosicrucianism

Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry share significant connections in both symbols and philosophical concepts, according to the available information. The two entities are linked through their overlapping symbol systems and shared underlying ideas, suggesting a historical influence and collaboration between them. It is believed that some Rosicrucians contributed to the development of Freemasonry, though specific individuals and the extent of their influence are not delineated in the descriptions provided. Overall, while direct evidence or documentation confirming these connections is not detailed, the suggested interactions between Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry indicate a shared intellectual heritage and possible historical correspondences. Modern Freemasonry has absorbed some elements of Rosicrucianism and may carry on some of their symbolism

MopsesthroughDevililluminatesBlack Magic →
I. Mopses & Devil

Devil was a central concept for Mopses, who invoked it as part of their evil practices and rituals, in opposition to the Roman Church's stance on Freemasonry.

II. Devil & Black Magic

Black Magic relies on the powers of the devil to achieve its objectives. The devil is considered a key agent in the practice of black magic for evil purposes.

MopsesthroughFreemasonryilluminatesTemple →
I. Mopses & Freemasonry

Mopses, a rival organization, was in conflict with Freemasonry during the period of the Gnostic Sabbath rituals.

II. Freemasonry & Temple

Free Masons may draw inspiration from or find connections to the Temple of Solomon.