Master→Person
The Master's working tool is the Tracing Board, which in Masonry is used in teaching and initiation processes
Tracing Board
A checkerboard floor traditionally used as the symbol representing the ancient tracing board of the Dionysiac Architects, which continues to influence modern Freemasonry. This physical symbol is said to hold metaphysical doctrines and is related to the unfinished Temple of Civilization.
Concordance & Cross-References
Primary Correspondences & Figures
Dionysiac Craftsmen→Lineage
The Dionysiac craftsmen used the tracing board in their work, and it became a legacy in modern Freemasonry
ChevronSubstance
The chevron is a symbol derived from the tracing board and is used in both Freemasonry and Islamic architecture
Mediate Correspondences
Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities
I. Tracing Board & Master
The Master's working tool is the Tracing Board, which in Masonry is used in teaching and initiation processes
II. Master & Truth
The Master teaches the truth that must be found within oneself, not externally.
I. Tracing Board & Master
The Master's working tool is the Tracing Board, which in Masonry is used in teaching and initiation processes
II. Master & All
Even the highest masters among men must bow to the laws of the All, which they can only transcend partially
I. Tracing Board & Dionysiac Craftsmen
The Dionysiac craftsmen used the tracing board in their work, and it became a legacy in modern Freemasonry
II. Dionysiac Craftsmen & Freemasonry
Freemasonry is presumed to have evolved from the Dionysian architects, preserving their symbols and rituals in a more modern form
I. Tracing Board & Master
The Master's working tool is the Tracing Board, which in Masonry is used in teaching and initiation processes
II. Master & Kybalion
The Master uses principles from The Kybalion to teach
I. Tracing Board & Master
The Master's working tool is the Tracing Board, which in Masonry is used in teaching and initiation processes
II. Master & Hermes Trismegistus
Hermes Trismegistus is considered a Master, having profound knowledge and wisdom in Hermetic Philosophy.
I. Tracing Board & Master
The Master's working tool is the Tracing Board, which in Masonry is used in teaching and initiation processes
II. Master & Will
The will of a master is strong enough to overcome the swings of the mental pendulum, allowing them to remain in control of their moods and emotions.
I. Tracing Board & Master
The Master's working tool is the Tracing Board, which in Masonry is used in teaching and initiation processes
II. Master & Hermetic Teachings
The Master holds and transmits the teachings The Hermetic Teachings serve as a comprehensive philosophical and esoteric framework intended to reveal the fundamental nature of matter and the underlying laws governing the universe. This knowledge is invaluable to those known as Masters, enabling them to transcend their roles as mere pawns in their environments and gain the capability to assert their influence and shape their surroundings. Through the Hermetic Teachings, Masters are guided in understanding deeper principles that can empower them to act as the driving forces in their world, rather than passive observers. Masters use Hermmetic Teachings to understand and navigate the universal laws
I. Tracing Board & Master
The Master's working tool is the Tracing Board, which in Masonry is used in teaching and initiation processes
II. Master & Esoteric Writings
Esoteric writings mention Masters, adding to the body of knowledge on spiritual beings.
I. Tracing Board & Master
The Master's working tool is the Tracing Board, which in Masonry is used in teaching and initiation processes
II. Master & Religion
Religion is expressed through the understanding and practice of mastering higher forces, as seen in the concept of the Master who uses alchemy and higher laws against lower ones.
I. Tracing Board & Master
The Master's working tool is the Tracing Board, which in Masonry is used in teaching and initiation processes
II. Master & Polarity
The concept of Polarity is integral to the Master, as demonstrated through their understanding and application of higher forces against lower ones, illustrating the balance and interplay of opposites. This mastery extends beyond mere observation, encompassing the deeper understanding of duality within the universe and the ability to apply higher laws to transcend and overcome lower limitations. Through these practices, the Master exemplifies the harmonization of opposing forces, highlighting the interconnection and balance between diverse elements in the cosmos.