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

Tabernacle

The Tabernacle is a portable sanctuary and place of worship for the Israelites, described in the book of Exodus. It symbolizes the dwelling place of God among men and is also seen as a symbol for the soul body in man.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

The Great Pyramid echoes the divisions of the Tabernacle and its spiritual architecture.

New MoonConcept

The dedication of the Tabernacle occurred during the new moon, highlighting its astronomical significance.

Laver Of PurificationRitual

The Laver of Purification is a part of the entrance to the Tabernacle

The Tabernacle, including its innermost part, the Holy of Holies, was a place reserved for the High Priest for certain prescribed times

Cherubim were present in the Holy of Holies, guarding the Ark of the Covenant and representing the presence of the Divine in the Tabernacle

JosephusPerson

Josephus provides information about the dimensions and construction of the Tabernacle.>|8)

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

TabernaclethroughPyramidilluminatesMysteries →
I. Tabernacle & Pyramid

The Great Pyramid echoes the divisions of the Tabernacle and its spiritual architecture.

II. Pyramid & Mysteries

The Great Pyramid is a physical site of the ancient rituals and teachings of the Mysteries

TabernaclethroughNew MoonilluminatesMoon →
I. Tabernacle & New Moon

The dedication of the Tabernacle occurred during the new moon, highlighting its astronomical significance.

II. New Moon & Moon

Moon is associated with the phases, beginning with the new moon, having a magnetic fluid that affects the earth

TabernaclethroughPyramidilluminatesSphinx →
I. Tabernacle & Pyramid

The Great Pyramid echoes the divisions of the Tabernacle and its spiritual architecture.

II. Pyramid & Sphinx

The Sphinx is associated with the pyramid and its enigmatic nature, representing the same mysteries as the interior

TabernaclethroughHoly Of HoliesilluminatesTemple →
I. Tabernacle & Holy Of Holies

The Tabernacle, including its innermost part, the Holy of Holies, was a place reserved for the High Priest for certain prescribed times

II. Holy Of Holies & Temple

Holy of Holies is the most sacred part of the Temple

TabernaclethroughCherubimilluminatesAin Soph →
I. Tabernacle & Cherubim

Cherubim were present in the Holy of Holies, guarding the Ark of the Covenant and representing the presence of the Divine in the Tabernacle

II. Cherubim & Ain Soph

Cherubim, also known as Archangels, are part of the angelic hierarchy that leads to Ain Soph, the ultimate reality

TabernaclethroughHoly Of HoliesilluminatesHigh Priest →
I. Tabernacle & Holy Of Holies

The Tabernacle, including its innermost part, the Holy of Holies, was a place reserved for the High Priest for certain prescribed times

II. Holy Of Holies & High Priest

High Priest enters the Holy of Holies yearly for divine communication

TabernaclethroughCherubimilluminatesAlpha And Omega →
I. Tabernacle & Cherubim

Cherubim were present in the Holy of Holies, guarding the Ark of the Covenant and representing the presence of the Divine in the Tabernacle

II. Cherubim & Alpha And Omega

The cherubim, or four beasts, are linked to the Alpha and Omega as spiritual guardians of the throne, representing the divine protection and guidance

TabernaclethroughHoly Of HoliesilluminatesUrim And Thummim →
I. Tabernacle & Holy Of Holies

The Tabernacle, including its innermost part, the Holy of Holies, was a place reserved for the High Priest for certain prescribed times

II. Holy Of Holies & Urim And Thummim

The Holy of Holies and Ur'Im and Thummim are deeply interconnected in the complex rituals and symbolic practices of ancient religious traditions, particularly within the context of the Temple in Jerusalem. According to historical and religious records, Ur'Im and Thummim are used within the Holy of Holies—a sacred inner chamber—serving as instrumental tools for seeking divine guidance and wisdom. This integration of symbols and artifacts serves an essential office in the spiritual and ritualistic life of the community associated with the temple.

TabernaclethroughCherubimilluminatesLamb →
I. Tabernacle & Cherubim

Cherubim were present in the Holy of Holies, guarding the Ark of the Covenant and representing the presence of the Divine in the Tabernacle

II. Cherubim & Lamb

The Lamb and the cherubim are linked as the Lamb takes the book from the throne, and the cherubim worship the Lamb, signifying their roles in the spiritual hierarchy and reverence for the Lamb

TabernaclethroughPyramidilluminatesSigns →
I. Tabernacle & Pyramid

The Great Pyramid echoes the divisions of the Tabernacle and its spiritual architecture.

II. Pyramid & Signs

The signs and chambers of the pyramid, including the King's and Queen's chambers, are key features in understanding its purpose