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

Robert Cawdary's Treasurie Or Storehouse Of Similes

Robert Cawdry's Treasury or Storehouse of Similes, a 1609 edition that contains a significant allusion referring to the concept of a poor man keeping precious garments, hinting at the hidden authorship of the Shakespearean plays and the King James Bible.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of Baconian symbolism, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within the text of the King James Bible and the Shakespearian plays.

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of the hidden messages and symbolism found in the Shakespearian plays, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within them.

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of the hidden messages and symbolism found in the King James Bible, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within it.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

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I. Robert Cawdary's Treasurie Or Storehouse Of Similes & Sir Francis Bacon

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of Baconian symbolism, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within the text of the King James Bible and the Shakespearian plays.

II. Sir Francis Bacon & Mysteries

Bacon renounced personal credit and was a servant of the Mysteries

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I. Robert Cawdary's Treasurie Or Storehouse Of Similes & Sir Francis Bacon

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of Baconian symbolism, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within the text of the King James Bible and the Shakespearian plays.

II. Sir Francis Bacon & Rosicrucianism

Rosicrucianism and Sir Francis Bacon are closely bound through historical and esoteric associations. According to the surviving literature, Sir Francis Bacon's political and broader activities are closely associated with Rosicrucian aspirations. Rosicrucianism, a mysterious and influential philosophical movement of the 17th century, is characterized by its blend of Neoplatonic, Christian, and alchemical philosophies. The suggestion is that Bacon's pursuits, whether political or in other domains, were influenced by or intertwined with these Rosicrucian ideals. This connection implies that Bacon's work and aspirations were not confined to the political arena but were part of a broader, esoteric movement seeking knowledge, reform, and enlightenment through a secretive and spiritually-oriented framework. The association between Bacon and Rosicrucianism highlights the complex and sometimes shadowy nature of intellectual and political endeavors during that era.

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I. Robert Cawdary's Treasurie Or Storehouse Of Similes & Sir Francis Bacon

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of Baconian symbolism, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within the text of the King James Bible and the Shakespearian plays.

II. Sir Francis Bacon & Comte De St.-germain

Both were known to be emissaries of the Secret Brotherhood

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I. Robert Cawdary's Treasurie Or Storehouse Of Similes & Sir Francis Bacon

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of Baconian symbolism, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within the text of the King James Bible and the Shakespearian plays.

II. Sir Francis Bacon & Fraternity Of R.c.

Sir Francis Bacon is possibly a member of the Fraternity of R.C., as suggested by the references in The Anatomy of Melancholy

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I. Robert Cawdary's Treasurie Or Storehouse Of Similes & Sir Francis Bacon

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of Baconian symbolism, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within the text of the King James Bible and the Shakespearian plays.

II. Sir Francis Bacon & Johann Valentin Andreæ

There is a potential relationship between Johann Valentin Andreæ and Sir Francis Bacon, as Andreæ could have used Bacon's name as a pseudonym

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I. Robert Cawdary's Treasurie Or Storehouse Of Similes & Sir Francis Bacon

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of Baconian symbolism, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within the text of the King James Bible and the Shakespearian plays.

II. Sir Francis Bacon & Shakespeare

Shakespeare is metaphorically compared to Bacon in the text

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I. Robert Cawdary's Treasurie Or Storehouse Of Similes & Sir Francis Bacon

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of Baconian symbolism, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within the text of the King James Bible and the Shakespearian plays.

II. Sir Francis Bacon & Hercules

Bacon is metaphorically called the "philosophical Hercules" in the text

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I. Robert Cawdary's Treasurie Or Storehouse Of Similes & Sir Francis Bacon

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of Baconian symbolism, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within the text of the King James Bible and the Shakespearian plays.

II. Sir Francis Bacon & Karamelia Prussiae

Sir Francis Bacon's style of writing is similar to that of the Fama Fraternitatis, and certain statements in his New Atlantis point to an acquaintance with Rosicrucian ideas

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I. Robert Cawdary's Treasurie Or Storehouse Of Similes & Sir Francis Bacon

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of Baconian symbolism, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within the text of the King James Bible and the Shakespearian plays.

II. Sir Francis Bacon & Rosa Crucis

Sir Francis Bacon's activities were associated with Rosa: Crucis

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I. Robert Cawdary's Treasurie Or Storehouse Of Similes & Sir Francis Bacon

The reference to Robert Cawdary's book is used as an example of Baconian symbolism, supporting the theory that Bacon used subtle methods to hide his true authorship within the text of the King James Bible and the Shakespearian plays.

II. Sir Francis Bacon & Lineage Of Thesseus

Both Theseus and Sir Francis Bacon have been associated with Rosicrucian ideas due to their symbolic and ideological representation