Query: Hermetic

Summary:

• Hermeticism & Freemasonry:

  • Hermeticism isn't highly relevant to Freemasonry, but many 19th-century occultists joined Freemasonry seeking occult knowledge and eventually formed or joined hermetic/occult orders outside Freemasonry.
  • Some Freemasonry lodges discuss Hermeticism occasionally, with some members showing interest in it.

• Kybalion:

  • The Kybalion heavily draws from Hermeticism but is not considered a genuine Hermetic text; it leans towards a mix of Hermeticism, New Age theology, and philosophy.
  • Some mention Jung's interest in Hermeticism, exploring alchemical and symbolic aspects.
  • The Kybalion is viewed as New Age rather than true Hermetic; it's valued for insights into alchemical and Hermetic symbolism.

• Carl Jung's Works on Hermeticism:

  • Jung explores alchemical symbolism and individuation in works like "Psychology and Alchemy" and "Mysterium Coniunctionis," linking alchemical themes to psychological transformation.

• Hermetic Principles:

  • The "Tria Prima" from Liber Hermetiis De Sex Rerum Principiis includes six Hermetic Principles.

• Recommended Books:

  • Corpus Hermeticum and The Hermetica by Brian P. Copenhaver are suggested for those interested in Hermeticism.

• Others Works:

  • Atkinson's "Arcane Teaching" and Bardon's "Initiation into Hermetics" are mentioned as influential in Hermeticism.

• Advice on Reading:

  • Older, traditional Hermetic texts are preferred over newer works like The Kybalion.
  • The Hermetic Tarot deck is discussed, with warnings that it can be symbolically dense and challenging for beginners.

• Additional:

  • Various insights and opinions on the Hermetic alarm in video games were shared.
  • Discussion on historical aspects, societal relevance, and personal experiences related to Hermeticism and associated topics.