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

Tables Of The Law

The Tables of the Law are a significant set of divine instructions that are traditionally described as being written by the finger of God. These tablets are renowned for their comprehensive nature, dividing all creations into two primary categories: products of nature and products of art. The concept of "natural" and "artistic" products serves as a foundational structuring principle, encapsulating the breadth of the created world as understood within the framework of the Tables of the Law. This division not only serves as a theological and philosophical construct but also as a method of categorization, reflecting a balance between the natural world and human-made creations.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Tannaim→Lineage

The Tannaim, a lineage, have a deep understanding of the significance of the law written on the Tables of the Law The Tannaim had a deep understanding of the significance of the Ten Commandments on the Tables of the Law

Moses Receiving The Tables Of The LawRitual

Moses is receiving the Tables of the Law, which are a significant substance and ritual in the text

Love→Concept

Love is a concept supporting the order of creation as described in the context of the law, both mundane and supermundane

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Tables Of The LawthroughLoveilluminatesBewitchment →
I. Tables Of The Law & Love

Love is a concept supporting the order of creation as described in the context of the law, both mundane and supermundane

II. Love & Bewitchment

Love can be used as a tool for both positive and negative bewitchments

Tables Of The LawthroughLoveilluminatesSoul →
I. Tables Of The Law & Love

Love is a concept supporting the order of creation as described in the context of the law, both mundane and supermundane

II. Love & Soul

The soul's development relies on the nurturing force of "love," as both embody life and transformative power

Tables Of The LawthroughLoveilluminatesThought →
I. Tables Of The Law & Love

Love is a concept supporting the order of creation as described in the context of the law, both mundane and supermundane

II. Love & Thought

Thought and love are partners in the transformative process, supporting spiritual and intellectual growth

Tables Of The LawthroughLoveilluminatesVirtue →
I. Tables Of The Law & Love

Love is a concept supporting the order of creation as described in the context of the law, both mundane and supermundane

II. Love & Virtue

The combination of virtue and love is essential for the philosopher’s journey towards enlightenment.

Tables Of The LawthroughLoveilluminatesSympathy →
I. Tables Of The Law & Love

Love is a concept supporting the order of creation as described in the context of the law, both mundane and supermundane

II. Love & Sympathy

Love and sympathy, both associated with relationships and support

Tables Of The LawthroughLoveilluminatesTransmutation →
I. Tables Of The Law & Love

Love is a concept supporting the order of creation as described in the context of the law, both mundane and supermundane

II. Love & Transmutation

Love can be transmuted into Hate, and vice versa, as they are part of the same class of mental states

Tables Of The LawthroughLoveilluminatesChesed →
I. Tables Of The Law & Love

Love is a concept supporting the order of creation as described in the context of the law, both mundane and supermundane

II. Love & Chesed

CheSED represents love, one of the balanced properties of divine governance.

Tables Of The LawthroughLoveilluminatesPhilosopher →
I. Tables Of The Law & Love

Love is a concept supporting the order of creation as described in the context of the law, both mundane and supermundane

II. Love & Philosopher

Love assists the philosopher in connecting to the heart, leading to a more perfect existence.

Tables Of The LawthroughLoveilluminatesFear →
I. Tables Of The Law & Love

Love is a concept supporting the order of creation as described in the context of the law, both mundane and supermundane

II. Love & Fear

Fear is described as being more powerful than love, indicating a clear contrast and relational idea between the two concepts

Tables Of The LawthroughLoveilluminatesFeeling →
I. Tables Of The Law & Love

Love is a concept supporting the order of creation as described in the context of the law, both mundane and supermundane

II. Love & Feeling

Love is a specific type of feeling that human beings can experience