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

Plumed Serpent

Plumèd Serpent is a central deity in the Quiché mythology and is the messenger of the Sun, also known as Quetzalcoatl in Mexico and Amaru in Peru, symbolizing peace and knowledge

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Atlantean Sun WorshipRitual

Plumed serpent symbolism is an exemplar of preserved Atlantean sun worship

Plumèd Serpent is a central deity in Popol Vuh; its priests ruled both Americas

Gucumatz is equivalent to the Plumèd Serpent in the Quiché language

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Plumed SerpentthroughPopol VuhilluminatesBlack Magic →
I. Plumed Serpent & Popol Vuh

Plumèd Serpent is a central deity in Popol Vuh; its priests ruled both Americas

II. Popol Vuh & Black Magic

The Popol Vuh records the history of black magic and the sorcerers who practiced it

Plumed SerpentthroughPopol VuhilluminatesLucifer →
I. Plumed Serpent & Popol Vuh

Plumèd Serpent is a central deity in Popol Vuh; its priests ruled both Americas

II. Popol Vuh & Lucifer

Lucifer, a magazine known for its in-depth articles, published works by James Morgan Pryse that delved into the Popol Vuh, a significant ancient Mesoamerican text. The writings by Pryse explored the Popol Vuh's philosophical implications, shedding light on its cultural and mythological significance. These articles served to bridge the gap between the ancient text and contemporary philosophical discourse, offering readers insights into the complex themes and narratives found within the Popol Vuh. Through Pryse's interpretations, the magazine provided a deeper understanding of the text's relevance in modern philosophical discussions.

Plumed SerpentthroughPopol VuhilluminatesNecromancy →
I. Plumed Serpent & Popol Vuh

Plumèd Serpent is a central deity in Popol Vuh; its priests ruled both Americas

II. Popol Vuh & Necromancy

References to necromancy are made in the Popol Vuh, indicating its presence in the lore recorded

Plumed SerpentthroughAtlantean Sun WorshipilluminatesQuetzalcoatl →
I. Plumed Serpent & Atlantean Sun Worship

Plumed serpent symbolism is an exemplar of preserved Atlantean sun worship

II. Atlantean Sun Worship & Quetzalcoatl

Quetzalcoatl embodies the practices of Atlantean sun worship

Plumed SerpentthroughPopol VuhilluminatesAtlantis →
I. Plumed Serpent & Popol Vuh

Plumèd Serpent is a central deity in Popol Vuh; its priests ruled both Americas

II. Popol Vuh & Atlantis

The Popol Vuh contains a narrative suggesting the end of an ancient civilization, similar to Atlantis

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I. Plumed Serpent & Popol Vuh

Plumèd Serpent is a central deity in Popol Vuh; its priests ruled both Americas

II. Popol Vuh & Silver Chain

The Popol Vuh is named after the "Silver Chain," symbolic of the unity of the Iroquois League

Plumed SerpentthroughPopol VuhilluminatesMagnetized Mirrors
I. Plumed Serpent & Popol Vuh

Plumèd Serpent is a central deity in Popol Vuh; its priests ruled both Americas

II. Popol Vuh & Magnetized Mirrors

The Popol Vuh describes the magnetized mirrors as a tool of black magic

Plumed SerpentthroughPopol VuhilluminatesSacrificial Rites
I. Plumed Serpent & Popol Vuh

Plumèd Serpent is a central deity in Popol Vuh; its priests ruled both Americas

II. Popol Vuh & Sacrificial Rites

The Popol Vuh mentions sacrifices made for religious purposes, aligning with the described rituals

Plumed SerpentthroughPopol VuhilluminatesMysteries Of Xibalba
I. Plumed Serpent & Popol Vuh

Plumèd Serpent is a central deity in Popol Vuh; its priests ruled both Americas

II. Popol Vuh & Mysteries Of Xibalba

The Popol Vuh recounts the trials and adventures in Xibalba, a place of mysteries and sorcery

Plumed SerpentthroughPopol VuhilluminatesMss Of Museo Nacional
I. Plumed Serpent & Popol Vuh

Plumèd Serpent is a central deity in Popol Vuh; its priests ruled both Americas

II. Popol Vuh & Mss Of Museo Nacional

The museum's archive contains significant historical and mythological texts, including the Popol Vuh.