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

Taro

TARO, in the context of kabbalistic literature, is often associated with the path to enlightenment or the unfolding of the divine order. This term is also represented by a Tarot card, known as Rota in transliteration, which symbolizes Providence. This dual representation highlights the manifold nature of TARO, intertwining its spiritual journey with the concept of divine guidance and destiny.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Divine NameConcept

Taro and the Divine Name are inscribed on the wheel, symbolizing the involvement of Providence

Lévi→Person

Lévi and the interpretations of Taro (Rota) are associated, but the explanations are considered fatuous

ThotSubstance

Thot, as a symbol of divine wisdom, guides the path of understanding as represented by the Taro in mystical traditions

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

TarothroughLéviilluminatesTarot →
I. Taro & Lévi

Lévi and the interpretations of Taro (Rota) are associated, but the explanations are considered fatuous

II. Lévi & Tarot

Éliphas Lévi's work, including the Dogme et Rituel de la Haute Magie, influenced the Tarot and its symbolism

TarothroughLéviilluminatesHanged Man →
I. Taro & Lévi

Lévi and the interpretations of Taro (Rota) are associated, but the explanations are considered fatuous

II. Lévi & Hanged Man

Eliphas Lévi is associated with the interpretations of the Hanged Man card, though his interpretations are considered fatuous

TarothroughThotilluminatesTetragram →
I. Taro & Thot

Thot, as a symbol of divine wisdom, guides the path of understanding as represented by the Taro in mystical traditions

II. Thot & Tetragram

In mystical traditions, the Tetragram can be seen as a counterpart to Thot in representing divine wisdom

TarothroughLéviilluminatesJustice →
I. Taro & Lévi

Lévi and the interpretations of Taro (Rota) are associated, but the explanations are considered fatuous

II. Lévi & Justice

Lévi is mentioned in the context of the Justice card, which is based on interpretations by occultists

TarothroughDivine NameilluminatesMaster Of The Hidden House
I. Taro & Divine Name

Taro and the Divine Name are inscribed on the wheel, symbolizing the involvement of Providence

II. Divine Name & Master Of The Hidden House

The Master of the Hidden House reveals the Divine Name to initiates The Master of the Hidden House reveals the Divine Name, the secret designation of the Supreme Deity