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

Universal Religion

The universal religion is described as an infallible and universally applicable belief system that demonstrates its existence and presence through its actions and principles. This religion not only asserts its truth through rational analysis but also substantiates its validity through empirical evidence and common sense. The core tenets of this religion emphasize being present in the world through actions that reflect its values, affirming its truth through logical reasoning, and validating its principles through observable evidence and the practical application of common sense.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Reason→Concept

Universal Religion demonstrates its concepts through reason Reason is used to demonstrate truth and being in the universal religion.

Veils And ShadowsConcept

All other religions are veils and shadows of the universal religion.

The universal religion is grounded on the doctrine of analogies.

Simplicity And TruthConcept

Universal religion seeks simplicity and truth based on evidence.

Truth→Concept

Universal Religion demonstrates truth by reason

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Universal ReligionthroughAnalogiesilluminatesKabalah →
I. Universal Religion & Analogies

The universal religion is grounded on the doctrine of analogies.

II. Analogies & Kabalah

Kabalah is rich in analogies, which are used to explain its complex concepts and practices.

Universal ReligionthroughTruthilluminatesPhilosophy →
I. Universal Religion & Truth

Universal Religion demonstrates truth by reason

II. Truth & Philosophy

Philosophy seeks to uncover and live by the truth, making truth central to its practice and understanding.

Universal ReligionthroughReasonilluminatesDeath →
I. Universal Religion & Reason

Universal Religion demonstrates its concepts through reason Reason is used to demonstrate truth and being in the universal religion.

II. Reason & Death

Death is the result of the birth-pangs of life, guided by the transformative power of reason

Universal ReligionthroughTruthilluminatesWill →
I. Universal Religion & Truth

Universal Religion demonstrates truth by reason

II. Truth & Will

The will, as a concept in the Axiomata Hermetica, operates under the truth

Universal ReligionthroughTruthilluminatesLight →
I. Universal Religion & Truth

Universal Religion demonstrates truth by reason

II. Truth & Light

The concept of light shining through matter, made possible by its refinement, is a truth in the Axiomata Hermetica

Universal ReligionthroughTruthilluminatesMaster →
I. Universal Religion & Truth

Universal Religion demonstrates truth by reason

II. Truth & Master

The Master teaches the truth that must be found within oneself, not externally.

Universal ReligionthroughAnalogiesilluminatesGreat Work →
I. Universal Religion & Analogies

The universal religion is grounded on the doctrine of analogies.

II. Analogies & Great Work

Analogies help in understanding the complex nature of the Great Work, providing connections between concepts.

Universal ReligionthroughTruthilluminatesAxiomata Hermetica →
I. Universal Religion & Truth

Universal Religion demonstrates truth by reason

II. Truth & Axiomata Hermetica

The Axiomata Hermetica is an expression of the truth

Universal ReligionthroughTruthilluminatesRosicrucian →
I. Universal Religion & Truth

Universal Religion demonstrates truth by reason

II. Truth & Rosicrucian

The Rosicrucian Society is founded on the truth and all members are expected to live by it

Universal ReligionthroughTruthilluminatesAngel →
I. Universal Religion & Truth

Universal Religion demonstrates truth by reason

II. Truth & Angel

Angels hold truth in their roles as communicators of divine knowledge