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

Oil

Oil, a central component in traditional and occult practices, holds significant importance as a healing substance and ritual item. Primarily used in the context of medical treatments and spiritual ceremonies, oil serves as a principal medicament in the healing of wounds and in various therapeutic applications. According to historical and mythological accounts, it is often combined with other substances such as water, wine, camphor, and salt, and is transformed into a talismanic substance through complex thaumaturgic practices. This practice, known as extreme unction in religious contexts, further underscores oil's manifold role not only in physical healing but also in spiritual and mystical rituals. The use of oil in these practices reflects its deep-rooted significance in both medical and spiritual realms, making it a versatile and integral element in the traditions of occult medicine and religio-magical practices.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Oil is a key substance used in Extreme Unction, a ritual practice emphasizing the importance of these healing substances in religious contexts.

Elixir→Substance

Both are internal remedies used in the practice of occult medicine, both are effective for their proponents.

First Matter can be transformed into oil through thaumaturgic practice

The practice encompasses multiple components including oil, insufflations, and prayers, all of which are integral parts of a therapeutic ritual. Oil serves as a specific component within this practice, often used in conjunction with insufflations and prayers, illustrating a holistic approach to treatment that integrates spiritual and physical elements. This comprehensive ritual aims to address both the physical and spiritual aspects of the individual's wellbeing, utilizing these distinct yet interconnected components to achieve a balanced therapeutic effect.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

OilthroughElixirilluminatesAlchemy →
I. Oil & Elixir

Both are internal remedies used in the practice of occult medicine, both are effective for their proponents.

II. Elixir & Alchemy

Alchemy aims to create elixir, one of its primary substances with magical properties

OilthroughElixirilluminatesPhilosopher's Stone →
I. Oil & Elixir

Both are internal remedies used in the practice of occult medicine, both are effective for their proponents.

II. Elixir & Philosopher's Stone

Both elixir and the philosopher's stone are sought by alchemists with the same transformative power over base metals

OilthroughFirst MatterilluminatesWater →
I. Oil & First Matter

First Matter can be transformed into oil through thaumaturgic practice

II. First Matter & Water

First Matter can be transformed into water through thaumaturgic practice

OilthroughFirst MatterilluminatesMercury →
I. Oil & First Matter

First Matter can be transformed into oil through thaumaturgic practice

II. First Matter & Mercury

First Matter and Mercury are both forms of the same substance, they interrelate in thaumaturgic practice

OilthroughFirst MatterilluminatesSulphur →
I. Oil & First Matter

First Matter can be transformed into oil through thaumaturgic practice

II. First Matter & Sulphur

First Matter and Sulphur are both forms of the same substance, they interrelate in thaumaturgic practice

OilthroughExtreme UnctionilluminatesSaturn →
I. Oil & Extreme Unction

Oil is a key substance used in Extreme Unction, a ritual practice emphasizing the importance of these healing substances in religious contexts.

II. Extreme Unction & Saturn

Extreme Unction is governed by Saturn, representing the care for the sick and aligning with Saturn's role in healing and protection.

OilthroughElixirilluminatesAzoth →
I. Oil & Elixir

Both are internal remedies used in the practice of occult medicine, both are effective for their proponents.

II. Elixir & Azoth

Elixirs and azoth share the quest for perfecting substances through magical means

OilthroughExtreme UnctionilluminatesVirtue →
I. Oil & Extreme Unction

Oil is a key substance used in Extreme Unction, a ritual practice emphasizing the importance of these healing substances in religious contexts.

II. Extreme Unction & Virtue

The practice of Extreme Unction is rooted in the concept of virtue, reflecting a pure and simple approach to traditional medicine in early Christianity.

OilthroughElixirilluminatesHomunculi →
I. Oil & Elixir

Both are internal remedies used in the practice of occult medicine, both are effective for their proponents.

II. Elixir & Homunculi

Elixirs, like homunculi, are often mentioned as miracle-working substances in alchemy

OilthroughElixirilluminatesAlcahest →
I. Oil & Elixir

Both are internal remedies used in the practice of occult medicine, both are effective for their proponents.

II. Elixir & Alcahest

Elixirs, like alcahest, are substances sought by alchemists for their magical properties