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

Sabbath

In Christian eschatological contexts, the term "Sabbath" is associated with gatherings of witches and devils, often portrayed as nocturnal, revelrous, and sinful. These gatherings are linked to black magic and involve the performance of rituals and ceremonies in honor of the devil. The Sabbath, in a broader religious context, is traditionally observed as a day of rest and worship by believers. However, within the domain of black magic and witchcraft, the Sabbath takes on a darker meaning. The six-pointed star, also known as the Star of David, includes a central dot representing the seventh day, the Sabbath, which intertwines both its religious and magical connotations. The term "Sabbath" thus encompasses both its true, religious significance and its false, esoteric interpretation in the world of black magic and witchcraft.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

The Intellectual world, the first head, is associated with the concept of the Sabbath, or days of rest, in the Sephiroth Tree The concept of the Sabbath, or days of rest, is associated with the Intellectual world, the first head, in the Sephiroth Tree

Black Magic and the Sabbath are interrelated practices, with both being part of the same occult tradition

SorcerersLineage

Sorcerers are participants in the ritual of the Sabbath, involved in the practice of Black Magic

SorcererConcept

Sorcerers use a woollen mantle to experience the Sabbath, which is brought to them when they are isolated.

Devil Comes And Is SeenConcept

At the Sabbath, the devil manifests in visible form, appearing before those who have invoked him through rituals conducted there.

Agufridy And Madeline De La PaludLineage

The delusions of Agufridy and Madeline de la Palud are a result of their immersion in the practices of the Sabbath

Mendes GoatConcept

The Sabbath is a setting where the Mendes Goat, a symbol of the devil, is worshiped and feared, used as a focal point for malevolent rituals.

HeptadConcept

The Heptad, representing the organization of the hierarchies, is associated with the concept of the Sabbath, or days of rest, in the Sephiroth Tree The concept of the Sabbath, or days of rest, is associated with the Heptad, a concept in the Sephiroth Tree that represents the organization of the hierarchies controlling the destinies

ManichaeanismConcept

The Sabbath is an actualized manifestation of Manichaean esoteric practices

IncubiPerson

Incubi are participants in the rituals of the Sabbath described as partaking in the debauches

Causal NatureConcept

The three unused dots represent the causal nature, while the central dot representing the Sabbath is part of the concept of the universe.

SympathyConcept

The Sabbath, when brought to sorcerers through isolation, can bring similar experiences of sympathy or other magical phenomena.

The Sabbath is a result of the proscription of ancient worship practices by Christianity

Druids→Substance

Druids are part of the intersection of ancient and occult practices that constitute the Sabbath

The practice of Necromancy may include the Sabbath as a ritual day where practitioners could perform their magical acts, invoking spirits through the spiritual energy of the day.

Sorcerers Of The Middle AgesLineage

Sorcerers of the Middle Ages are known to perform rituals at the Sabbath.

CannibalismSubstance

Cannibalism is a potential outcome of the activities related to the Sabbath

Kether→Concept

Kether, the first Sephiroth, is associated with the concept of the Sabbath, or days of rest, in the Sephiroth Tree

Ritual→Ritual

Sabbath rituals were key in ancient initiation and magical gatherings

ShekinahConcept

The Sabbath, or days of rest, is a concept associated with the organization of the hierarchies in the Sephiroth Tree that are controlled by Shekinah, the feminine aspect of Malchuth

Mysteries Of EleusisRitual

The Mysteries of Eleusis are part of the rites combined with the Sabbath, reflecting the fusion of ancient and occult traditions

Toad→Substance

The toad is used in rituals connected to the Sabbath, a central place in sorcery.

Lower WorldConcept

The spiritual essence of the Lower World is illuminated on the Sabbath

TemplarsLineage

The Sabbath, a night of witchcraft and paganism, serves as a contrasting or parallel image with the alleged practices of the Templars, suggesting the darkness associated with their beliefs and rituals.

CubeSubstance

Cubes are used as symbols of the divine in religious practices on the Sabbath

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

SabbaththroughManichaeanismilluminatesMysteries →
I. Sabbath & Manichaeanism

The Sabbath is an actualized manifestation of Manichaean esoteric practices

II. Manichaeanism & Mysteries

Mysteries are a manifestation of Manichaean teaching and symbolism

SabbaththroughSympathyilluminatesAstral Light →
I. Sabbath & Sympathy

The Sabbath, when brought to sorcerers through isolation, can bring similar experiences of sympathy or other magical phenomena.

II. Sympathy & Astral Light

The Astral Light is a subtle force that is ever active, vigorous, and fruitful in alluring dreams and sensuous images. It can produce the concept of sympathy in imagination.

SabbaththroughSorcerersilluminatesMan →
I. Sabbath & Sorcerers

Sorcerers are participants in the ritual of the Sabbath, involved in the practice of Black Magic

II. Sorcerers & Man

Sorcerers know how to use men's desires and philtres to their advantage

SabbaththroughHeptadilluminatesFreemasonry →
I. Sabbath & Heptad

The Heptad, representing the organization of the hierarchies, is associated with the concept of the Sabbath, or days of rest, in the Sephiroth Tree The concept of the Sabbath, or days of rest, is associated with the Heptad, a concept in the Sephiroth Tree that represents the organization of the hierarchies controlling the destinies

II. Heptad & Freemasonry

Freemasonry uses the heptad, symbolizing law and life, in its rituals and symbolism, showing a connection to divinity and creation.

SabbaththroughSorcererilluminatesMagician →
I. Sabbath & Sorcerer

Sorcerers use a woollen mantle to experience the Sabbath, which is brought to them when they are isolated.

II. Sorcerer & Magician

A Sorcerer is in opposition to the true Magician, being ignorant or profaning the true knowledge of nature and magic.

SabbaththroughBlack MagicilluminatesBewitchment →
I. Sabbath & Black Magic

Black Magic and the Sabbath are interrelated practices, with both being part of the same occult tradition

II. Black Magic & Bewitchment

Black Magic is a form of witchcraft that is a graduated combination of sacrileges and murders, aiming to permanently pervert a human will and realize the demon in a living man, acting as a form of dangerous magic.

SabbaththroughBlack MagicilluminatesDevil →
I. Sabbath & Black Magic

Black Magic and the Sabbath are interrelated practices, with both being part of the same occult tradition

II. Black Magic & Devil

Black Magic relies on the powers of the devil to achieve its objectives. The devil is considered a key agent in the practice of black magic for evil purposes.

SabbaththroughSorcererilluminatesGreat Work →
I. Sabbath & Sorcerer

Sorcerers use a woollen mantle to experience the Sabbath, which is brought to them when they are isolated.

II. Sorcerer & Great Work

The Great Work is opposed to the practices of the Sorcerer, who misuse and misunderstand the true magic and science.

SabbaththroughIntellectual WorldilluminatesHeart →
I. Sabbath & Intellectual World

The Intellectual world, the first head, is associated with the concept of the Sabbath, or days of rest, in the Sephiroth Tree The concept of the Sabbath, or days of rest, is associated with the Intellectual world, the first head, in the Sephiroth Tree

II. Intellectual World & Heart

The Intellectual world, the first head, is associated with the concept of the heart in the Sephiroth Tree

SabbaththroughHeptadilluminatesSoul →
I. Sabbath & Heptad

The Heptad, representing the organization of the hierarchies, is associated with the concept of the Sabbath, or days of rest, in the Sephiroth Tree The concept of the Sabbath, or days of rest, is associated with the Heptad, a concept in the Sephiroth Tree that represents the organization of the hierarchies controlling the destinies

II. Heptad & Soul

The heptad, representing life and religion, is related to the concepts of the soul through its associations with divinity and existence.