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

Voltaire

Voltaire was an eminent French philosopher, writer, and poet, a significant figure in the Enlightenment movement. Known for his incisive and often sarcastic wit, Voltaire's sharp remarks and writings held substantial sway and influence, effectively shaking the foundations of societal norms and beliefs during his time. His keen use of wisdom and humor made him a pivotal voice in challenging the status quo and advocating for rational thought and freedom of speech.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

De St.-Germain had associations with Voltaire, known for their time in Enlightenment-era Europe.

Pun→Concept

Voltaire's use of puns was a significant tool in his writings

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

VoltairethroughM. De St.-germainilluminatesFreemasonry →
I. Voltaire & M. De St.-germain

De St.-Germain had associations with Voltaire, known for their time in Enlightenment-era Europe.

II. M. De St.-germain & Freemasonry

De St.-Germain is associated with the Masonic order, though the exact nature of his affiliation is disputed.

VoltairethroughPunilluminatesEmperor →
I. Voltaire & Pun

Voltaire's use of puns was a significant tool in his writings

II. Pun & Emperor

The emperor's words, including puns (referred to as PUN), have a profound and powerful impact on the crowd. The emperor’s use of both serious and humorous remarks effectively influences and resonates with the audience, creating a strong and lasting impression. This indicates that the emperor's communication style, which incorporates clever wordplay and wit, significantly shapes the public's perception and response, making their presence and messages highly compelling and memorable.

VoltairethroughPunilluminatesWill →
I. Voltaire & Pun

Voltaire's use of puns was a significant tool in his writings

II. Pun & Will

Puns can affect the will and create unexpected realizations

VoltairethroughM. De St.-germainilluminatesRosicrucian →
I. Voltaire & M. De St.-germain

De St.-Germain had associations with Voltaire, known for their time in Enlightenment-era Europe.

II. M. De St.-germain & Rosicrucian

De St.-Germain is associated with the Rosicrucian order, based on the claims of his acquaintances and followers.

VoltairethroughM. De St.-germainilluminatesDivination →
I. Voltaire & M. De St.-germain

De St.-Germain had associations with Voltaire, known for their time in Enlightenment-era Europe.

II. M. De St.-germain & Divination

De St.-Germain is described as having the ability to divine questions before they are asked.

VoltairethroughM. De St.-germainilluminatesCagliostro →
I. Voltaire & M. De St.-germain

De St.-Germain had associations with Voltaire, known for their time in Enlightenment-era Europe.

II. M. De St.-germain & Cagliostro

Cagliostro claims to have been initiated by M. De St.-Germain into the Mystery schools.

VoltairethroughM. De St.-germainilluminatesRosicrucian Order →
I. Voltaire & M. De St.-germain

De St.-Germain had associations with Voltaire, known for their time in Enlightenment-era Europe.

II. M. De St.-germain & Rosicrucian Order

De St.-Germain is also connected to the Rosicrucian order, though the nature of his alleged leadership is contentious.

VoltairethroughM. De St.-germainilluminatesFreemason
I. Voltaire & M. De St.-germain

De St.-Germain had associations with Voltaire, known for their time in Enlightenment-era Europe.

II. M. De St.-germain & Freemason

De St.-Germain is generally regarded as having been an important figure in early activities of the Freemasons.

VoltairethroughM. De St.-germainilluminatesTo The Manner Born.
I. Voltaire & M. De St.-germain

De St.-Germain had associations with Voltaire, known for their time in Enlightenment-era Europe.

II. M. De St.-germain & To The Manner Born.

De St.-Germain is quoted and referred to in the context of the phrase "to the manner born."

VoltairethroughM. De St.-germainilluminatesTelepathy
I. Voltaire & M. De St.-germain

De St.-Germain had associations with Voltaire, known for their time in Enlightenment-era Europe.

II. M. De St.-germain & Telepathy

De St.-Germain is also claimed to have telepathic abilities to "feel" the need of his presence in distant cities and to appear in rooms without the use of doors.