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

Threat

THREAT, a method of witchcraft, refers to a practice designed to cause real harm to individuals or entities, even in the absence of direct violence. This form of harm utilizes supernatural or magical means to influence or manipulate situations to one's disadvantage, often with the intention to create psychological or practical distress. Multiple forms of threats can combine their effects, creating a compounded and stronger influence, which reinforces and enhances the overall impact of the witchcraft involved. This cumulative effect demonstrates the complexity and potency of threats within the context of witchcraft practices. A method of causing psychological harm through explicit or implied intimidation

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

ThreateningConcept

A threat is a form of magic that acts on the imagination and can cause harm

NeighboursLineage

Neighbours become targets of threats and jealousy, turning into potential magical enemies

Hell→Concept

The threat of hell, used by sorcerers, can create fear and mental torment

ShopkeeperPerson

The shopkeeper suffers financial ruin due to a threatening gaze from a rival

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

ThreatthroughHellilluminatesLight →
I. Threat & Hell

The threat of hell, used by sorcerers, can create fear and mental torment

II. Hell & Light

Hell and Light are intrinsically linked within the celestial hierarchy, with Hell's existence complementing that of Light. Hell serves as the counterpart to Light, ensuring the balance between Light and Shadow and facilitating the creation of visible forms and the joy of existence. Together, these figures and symbols represent the full spectrum of existence, contributing to the rich compendium of the cosmic order.

ThreatthroughHellilluminatesEarth →
I. Threat & Hell

The threat of hell, used by sorcerers, can create fear and mental torment

II. Hell & Earth

Earth and Hell symbolize the contrast between the material and spiritual realms, with yellow (Earth) and red (Hell) representing opposing forces. Relationship strength is medium.

ThreatthroughHellilluminatesOedipus →
I. Threat & Hell

The threat of hell, used by sorcerers, can create fear and mental torment

II. Hell & Oedipus

Oedipus's fate and actions reflect the interplay between human and divine principles, connecting his story to the concepts of Heaven and Hell

ThreatthroughHellilluminatesFixed Star
I. Threat & Hell

The threat of hell, used by sorcerers, can create fear and mental torment

II. Hell & Fixed Star

Hell, as a necessary condition for heaven, implies the juxtaposition of the stable and static with the dynamic and transformative in the cosmic order.