Diaphane→Person
The example of the Temptation of St. Anthony illustrates the use of the DIAPHANE in distinguishing between direct rays and reflections The DIAPHANE is used to distinguish between direct and reflected rays in the context of the ST.
Temptemptation Of St. Anthony
The Temptation of St. Anthony is a representation of the confusion of reflections with direct rays, symbolizing the struggle between reason and madness.
Concordance & Cross-References
Primary Correspondences & Figures
Astral Light→Substance
The example illustrates the Astral Light's role in the manipulation of reflections and rays
NapoléonPerson
Napoleon's perception during the ST. ANTHONY example highlights the practical application of the principles discussed
Magnetism→Substance
Magnetism is a modern form of the practice illustrated by the Temptation of St.
SomnambulismConcept
The Temptation of St. Anthony is a metaphor for the struggle against deceptive reflections in the context of SOMNAMBULISM
Cardinal FeschPerson
The contrast between Cardinal Fesch and Napoleon in the ST. ANTHONY example illustrates the difference between simple and great seers
Mediate Correspondences
Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities
I. Temptemptation Of St. Anthony & Astral Light
The example illustrates the Astral Light's role in the manipulation of reflections and rays
II. Astral Light & Paracelsus
Paracelsus was aware of the circulation of astral currents and its potential for magical practices
I. Temptemptation Of St. Anthony & Magnetism
Magnetism is a modern form of the practice illustrated by the Temptation of St.
II. Magnetism & Pantacle
The Pantacle is used in conjunction with the Pentagram to affect magnetism, as described in the text
I. Temptemptation Of St. Anthony & Astral Light
The example illustrates the Astral Light's role in the manipulation of reflections and rays
II. Astral Light & Kabalah
Kabalah provides the fundamental dogma for true astrology, which influences the Astral Light
I. Temptemptation Of St. Anthony & Astral Light
The example illustrates the Astral Light's role in the manipulation of reflections and rays
II. Astral Light & Philosophy
The Astral Light, as a substance, serves as the basis for philosophical contemplation and reflection, integral to understanding divination
I. Temptemptation Of St. Anthony & Astral Light
The example illustrates the Astral Light's role in the manipulation of reflections and rays
II. Astral Light & Pentagram
Through the Pentagram, spirits representing the Astral Light can be made available for observation
I. Temptemptation Of St. Anthony & Astral Light
The example illustrates the Astral Light's role in the manipulation of reflections and rays
II. Astral Light & Evocation
Evocation rituals take place within the Astral Light
I. Temptemptation Of St. Anthony & Astral Light
The example illustrates the Astral Light's role in the manipulation of reflections and rays
II. Astral Light & Magic
The Astral Light is manipulated through magic, as described in the text
I. Temptemptation Of St. Anthony & Astral Light
The example illustrates the Astral Light's role in the manipulation of reflections and rays
II. Astral Light & Bewitchment
Astral Light, through its interactions with the nervous system, can warn of the dangers of bewitchment, acting as a safeguard against the practices of black magic.
I. Temptemptation Of St. Anthony & Astral Light
The example illustrates the Astral Light's role in the manipulation of reflections and rays
II. Astral Light & Water
Water, in the elementary world, corresponds to the kabalistic woman, and the Astral Light, which is a universal seducer typified by the serpent of Genesis, may be affected by these elements.
I. Temptemptation Of St. Anthony & Astral Light
The example illustrates the Astral Light's role in the manipulation of reflections and rays
II. Astral Light & Will
The Astral Light is subordinate to will and intelligence, subject to imagination and dependent on will.