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

Ocult Physician

An occult physician is someone who uses the practice of breathing, will, and faith to heal, relying on the power of suggestion and belief in their practice.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Will Of The OperatorConcept

The effectiveness of an occult physician's practice is based on their will, belief, and faith in their patient.

Syrups And JulepsSubstance

OCULT PHYSICIAN and SYRUPS AND JULEPS are closely bound in the given context. Syrups and juleps, traditional remedies often associated with folk medicine, are noted for their minimal inherent value. The effectiveness of these substances is fundamentally contingent upon the mutual belief and opinion between the practitioner (referred to as an ocult physician) and the patient. This perspective attests to the necessity of psychological and placebo effects in therapeutic outcomes, highlighting that while the syrups and juleps themselves may be simple in composition, the therapeutic value derived from them is deeply rooted in the patients' faith and the trust cultivated by the physician.

Lion→Lineage

A lion is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

CatSubstance

A cat is mentioned as someone whose familiarities are importunate in the context of a hostage exchange.

TigerSubstance

A tiger is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Ocult PhysicianthroughLionilluminatesPhilosophy →
I. Ocult Physician & Lion

A lion is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

II. Lion & Philosophy

The lion represents power, strength, and the establishment of the Kingdom of God, which is an ultimate goal of the Fraternity's philosophy.

Ocult PhysicianthroughLionilluminatesResurrection →
I. Ocult Physician & Lion

A lion is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

II. Lion & Resurrection

Both concepts indicate a process of transformation and regeneration, common in religious symbolism

Ocult PhysicianthroughLionilluminatesWorld →
I. Ocult Physician & Lion

A lion is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

II. Lion & World

The lion, as an apocalyptic beast, accompanies the World card and is integral to its symbolism of the complete circle of life.

Ocult PhysicianthroughLionilluminatesSword →
I. Ocult Physician & Lion

A lion is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

II. Lion & Sword

In the illustration referenced as Illustration 116, the sword is depicted as being wielded by a lion, establishing a dynamic and significant relationship between the two entities. This visual representation suggests a hierarchical structure where the lion is the dominant entity exerting power, while the sword, by virtue of its presence and the lion's mastery over it, symbolizes the lion's might and authority. The lion's control over the sword indicates a relationship of empowerment or service, where the lion may be seen both as the enforcer of power and the one being served or protected. This portrayal encapsulates the power dynamics and mutual dependencies of the relationship, highlighting the lion's dominant and empowering role over the sword.

Ocult PhysicianthroughLionilluminatesC. R. C. →
I. Ocult Physician & Lion

A lion is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

II. Lion & C. R. C.

C., the founder of the Fraternity of R.C., is guided by the lion, a symbol of power and strength, in his endeavors. This symbol represents the ultimate goals that C. Strives to achieve, and he does so with divine wisdom as his primary guiding principle. The lion, thus, serves as both a metaphor for C. C.'s aspirations and his approach to realizing these objectives, emphasizing the blend of strength and wisdom C. Employs in his leadership and vision for the Fraternity. C., the founder of the Fraternity of R.C., is guided by the lion, symbolizing power and strength, as he works toward his ultimate goals with divine wisdom as a guiding principle.

Ocult PhysicianthroughLionilluminatesLamb →
I. Ocult Physician & Lion

A lion is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

II. Lion & Lamb

Symbolically, both represent different temperaments unified in the Philosopher's Stone

Ocult PhysicianthroughLionilluminatesWoman →
I. Ocult Physician & Lion

A lion is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

II. Lion & Woman

The woman covers the lion's mouth, representing a powerful union where love conquers wrath

Ocult PhysicianthroughLionilluminatesLord Bacon →
I. Ocult Physician & Lion

A lion is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

II. Lion & Lord Bacon

Lord Bacon, a potential identity for Johann Valentin Andreæ, is associated with the establishment of the Kingdom of God through his contributions to the Fraternity. Lord Bacon, possibly adopting the guise of Johann Valentin Andreæ, played a significant role in the endeavor. The lion, symbolizing power and strength, is linked to this goal, mirroring the attributes potentially attributed to Lord Bacon in his pursuit of establishing the Kingdom of God. His efforts and the symbolism of the lion suggest a strong, powerful figure driving the creation of a utopian community or government.

Ocult PhysicianthroughLionilluminatesCreatures →
I. Ocult Physician & Lion

A lion is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

II. Lion & Creatures

One of the four creatures symbolizing the four corners of creation.

Ocult PhysicianthroughLionilluminatesApis Bull →
I. Ocult Physician & Lion

A lion is mentioned as someone who would be stupefied by warm and gentle insufflation and would retreat before the operator.

II. Lion & Apis Bull

Lions, as solar symbols, are closely associated with the Apis Bull, which also has specific solar associations.