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

Wife

WIFE, a term denoting the female spouse in a legal marriage, plays a significant role in the relationships indicated by the card. In this context, the wife is portrayed as embodying the passive principle of creation and fructification, highlighting her essential role in the partnership. This summary integrates the two the classical literature, ensuring coherence and comprehensiveness.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Gnosis→Concept

WIFE, the passive principle, assists in the process of GNOSIS, contributing to creation GNOSIS, the process of deeper learning, includes the passive WIFE in its transformative roles

Man→Person

The WIFE, as the passive principle, is created by the MAN, as the active principle

Cteis→Substance

CTEIS, a symbolic cavern, represents the female principle and the WIFE in creation

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

WifethroughManilluminatesSun →
I. Wife & Man

The WIFE, as the passive principle, is created by the MAN, as the active principle

II. Man & Sun

The Sun is described alongside Man, representing a central figure in celestial and human significance, suggesting a direct link in the narrative Both Man and Sun are described, connecting in the narrative and traditional symbolism

WifethroughManilluminatesParacelsus →
I. Wife & Man

The WIFE, as the passive principle, is created by the MAN, as the active principle

II. Man & Paracelsus

Both Man and Paracelsus are described, connecting in traditional and symbolic significance

WifethroughManilluminatesMysteries →
I. Wife & Man

The WIFE, as the passive principle, is created by the MAN, as the active principle

II. Man & Mysteries

The Mysteries were based on the belief that man was created in the image of God, but over time, this understanding was lost.

WifethroughManilluminatesSpirit →
I. Wife & Man

The WIFE, as the passive principle, is created by the MAN, as the active principle

II. Man & Spirit

Man is created in the image of God, sharing a twofold constitution with the divine, including a spiritual and material aspect.

WifethroughManilluminatesAll →
I. Wife & Man

The WIFE, as the passive principle, is created by the MAN, as the active principle

II. Man & All

Man ceases manifesting on the material plane and withdraws into the indwelling spirit, representing a return to THE ALL.

WifethroughManilluminatesDevil →
I. Wife & Man

The WIFE, as the passive principle, is created by the MAN, as the active principle

II. Man & Devil

The man and woman, once in love, are now chained to the cube, representing their subjection to evil

WifethroughManilluminatesMasonry →
I. Wife & Man

The WIFE, as the passive principle, is created by the MAN, as the active principle

II. Man & Masonry

Both Man and Freemasonry are described, connecting in symbolism and philosophical significance

WifethroughManilluminatesWorld →
I. Wife & Man

The WIFE, as the passive principle, is created by the MAN, as the active principle

II. Man & World

The man, as an apocalyptic beast, accompanies the World card and adds the element of intellect to the full circle symbolism.

WifethroughGnosisilluminatesScience →
I. Wife & Gnosis

WIFE, the passive principle, assists in the process of GNOSIS, contributing to creation GNOSIS, the process of deeper learning, includes the passive WIFE in its transformative roles

II. Gnosis & Science

Science and Gnosis are entities that are interrelated and closely wedded in their conceptual frameworks. Science is defined as the formalized and systematic body of knowledge, often based on empirical evidence and logical inference, whereas Gnosis refers to intuitive or direct knowledge and understanding, often derived from spiritual or mystical experiences. According to the descriptions provided, when science submits to the infallibility of universal reason—essentially incorporating the principles of Gnosis—it achieves a harmonious balance with truth. This sympathy suggests that Gnosis complements and enriches the formalized knowledge of science, leading to a more holistic understanding of reality. Thus, the integration of Gnosis into the scientific enterprise symbolizes a unified approach to gaining both rational and intuitive knowledge, ultimately fostering a deeper comprehension of truths beyond the limits of empirical evidence alone.

WifethroughManilluminatesVirgo →
I. Wife & Man

The WIFE, as the passive principle, is created by the MAN, as the active principle

II. Man & Virgo

Both Virgo and Man are described, suggesting a direct link in the narrative and symbolism