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

Wise Man

A wise individual who understands the workings of the Law and uses mental power to achieve Mastery over their environment.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Law→Concept

A wise man understands and uses the Law effectively, rather than being its blind slave.

SwimmerConcept

Swimmers, as wise individuals, navigate and utilize the Law, contrasting with the log's passive adherence.

Mind→Concept

The wise man is an embodiment of the Mind, demonstrating how a mental understanding leads to Mastery.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Wise ManthroughMindilluminatesSpirit →
I. Wise Man & Mind

The wise man is an embodiment of the Mind, demonstrating how a mental understanding leads to Mastery.

II. Mind & Spirit

The spirit constructs the mind as the highest aspect of its development

Wise ManthroughMindilluminatesAstrology →
I. Wise Man & Mind

The wise man is an embodiment of the Mind, demonstrating how a mental understanding leads to Mastery.

II. Mind & Astrology

Astrology is a means of holding the Mind focused on specific subjects, aiding in the learning process and development of wisdom.

Wise ManthroughLawilluminatesDuad →
I. Wise Man & Law

A wise man understands and uses the Law effectively, rather than being its blind slave.

II. Law & Duad

The interaction of the DUAD creates the formation of LAW in society

Wise ManthroughLawilluminatesAll →
I. Wise Man & Law

A wise man understands and uses the Law effectively, rather than being its blind slave.

II. Law & All

The All is the source and embodiment of all laws All laws, collectively referred to as "LAW," are derived from and are subordinate to the overarching principle known as "THE ALL." This principle serves as the foundational framework upon which all legal systems are built, ensuring that no individual law can contradict or override the encompassing Law of the All. This relationship demonstrates the hierarchical and unified nature of the legal framework, emphasizing the supremacy of THE ALL in the context of legal derivation and implementation. The LAW is a manifestation of THE ALL, overseeing and guiding all phenomena according to universal principles

Wise ManthroughLawilluminatesKybalion →
I. Wise Man & Law

A wise man understands and uses the Law effectively, rather than being its blind slave.

II. Law & Kybalion

The Kybalion explores and elucidates the principles of universal laws, integrating these concepts within the framework of Hermetic teachings. This ancient text, often attributed to the combined wisdom of the Mysteries of Egypt, Greece, and the East, examines the fundamental laws that govern the universe. These universal laws are not confined to a single philosophical or religious tradition but are seen as the underlying principles that connect all things. The Kybalion provides a comprehensive and accessible exploration of these laws, offering practical applications and insights for individuals seeking to understand the underlying order of existence. Through its detailed analysis, The Kybalion serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the Hermetic tradition and the profound implications of universal laws in daily life and spiritual development.

Wise ManthroughLawilluminatesHermetic Teachings →
I. Wise Man & Law

A wise man understands and uses the Law effectively, rather than being its blind slave.

II. Law & Hermetic Teachings

Hermmetic Teachings guide individuals to align with and use THE LAW to their advantage

Wise ManthroughMindilluminatesEther →
I. Wise Man & Mind

The wise man is an embodiment of the Mind, demonstrating how a mental understanding leads to Mastery.

II. Mind & Ether

Ether integrates with the mind during construction

Wise ManthroughMindilluminatesLife →
I. Wise Man & Mind

The wise man is an embodiment of the Mind, demonstrating how a mental understanding leads to Mastery.

II. Mind & Life

LIFE and MIND are seen as higher manifestations of the Infinite Living Mind, with LIFE and MIND evolving from a primordial state into a form of unconditioned existence represented by Spirit.

Wise ManthroughLawilluminatesCause And Effect →
I. Wise Man & Law

A wise man understands and uses the Law effectively, rather than being its blind slave.

II. Law & Cause And Effect

The LAW operates through the principle of Cause and Effect, which governs the actions and reactions of all phenomena

Wise ManthroughMindilluminatesHeaven →
I. Wise Man & Mind

The wise man is an embodiment of the Mind, demonstrating how a mental understanding leads to Mastery.

II. Mind & Heaven

The mind is critical in gestating ideas that lead to enlightenment and spiritual growth