Emerald Tablet: True , without falsehood, certain, most true.

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How does Hermeticism interpret events that most people consider miracles?

  • As the practical application of the laws of the realms, understandable through Hermetic principles. (correct)
  • As illusions created by manipulating people's perceptions.
  • As manifestations of unknown forces that defy logical explanation.
  • As violations of natural law that occur due to divine intervention.

In Hermeticism, how does a practitioner's full mental grasp of the art influence their ability to demonstrate its principles?

  • It allows them to perform increasingly complex rituals.
  • It enables them to access hidden realms of knowledge, unavailable to the uninitiated.
  • It leads to a level of ability that may seem unexplainable to others. (correct)
  • It enhances their persuasive abilities, convincing others of the art's validity.

According to Hermeticism, what broader implication does the discovery of a law that applies on one level have?

  • It implies that the law is applicable on all levels of existence. (correct)
  • It reveals the illusionary nature of the physical world.
  • It proves that the higher levels of existence are fundamentally detached from the lower ones.
  • It necessitates the creation of new laws to balance the cosmic order.

What does Hermeticism suggest about the relationship between mastering a single subject and understanding all subjects?

<p>true knowledge of one subject enables the knower to understand all subjects. (C)</p>
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How do Hermeticists recognize spiritual truth, according to the principles described?

<p>They recognize spiritual truth because it reflects their understanding. (A)</p>
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According to Hermeticism, what constitutes the world of existence?

<p>A singular form of original energy manifesting in various interconnected ways. (D)</p>
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In the context of Hermeticism, how does spiritual and ethical development influence one's experience of existence?

<p>It aids the whole of existence, contributing to its harmonious balance. (A)</p>
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What does the Hermetic principle "As above, so below" suggest about the relationship between different levels of existence?

<p>Patterns and truths found on one level are reflected on others, indicating interconnectedness. (C)</p>
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What are the four elements and levels of existence are reflected true without falsehood certain, most true?

<p>The physical, the astral, the mental, the divine. (A)</p>
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In the context of Hermetic texts, how are higher realms often conceptualized in relation to the mind?

<p>As worlds of the mind or realms of thought, akin to Plato's theory of forms. (C)</p>
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According to the Hermetic text provided, what should an individual do if a principle does not ring true or reflect their experience?

<p>Broaden their understanding. (A)</p>
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What does the initial word 'true' in the Hermetic text passage represent in terms of the four elements and levels of existence?

<p>The element of fire, representing a spark of pure truth on an energetic level. (C)</p>
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What is the significance of the clause 'Without falsehood' in the context of the Hermetic text's reassurance of truth?

<p>It connects to the element of air, ensuring intellectual and factual correctness. (D)</p>
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What element does the clause 'certain' relate to?

<p>Water. (D)</p>
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According to the 'true without falsehood' expression, the final clause relates to what?

<p>Earth. (D)</p>
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If any principle within the provided text does not ring true or reflect our experience, what does it tell us?

<p>We need to broaden our understanding or question the validity of this divine work. (A)</p>
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What is the best description of what ancient Hermetic texts are?

<p>Texts that have different levels of levels of explanation. (C)</p>
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Why do they call this energy 'mind force'?

<p>To make clear the nature of the manifestation. (D)</p>
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What should Hermetic practitioners be aware of?

<p>Consistent principles run throughout all levels of existence. (B)</p>
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Why is the first word true in the Hermetic text important?

<p>It represents a spark of pure truth on an energetic level. (B)</p>
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Flashcards

Hermetic Point of View

Emotional, physical, and mental things are interlinked.

Original Energy

The world consists of one form of original energy.

Beyond the Physical World

There is another level of existence beyond the physical world.

Consistent Principles

The Hermetic practitioner is fully aware that consistent principles run throughout all levels of existence.

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Universal Application

If a law is discovered that applies on one level, it will apply on all levels.

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Four Elements and Levels

The four elements and levels of existence: The Divine, the Mental, the Astral, and the Physical.

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The First Word

The first word represents a spark of pure truth, corresponding to the element of fire and signifying that the words are true on an energetic level

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'Without Falsehood'

'Without falsehood' then relates to the air element, or intellectual level, saying that this is factually correct.

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'Certain'

'Certain' relates to the water element, reassuring us that emotionally this text is genuine and comes with good intentions.

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Final Clause

The final clause relates to the earth, most true meaning something you can rely on completely.

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Study Notes

  • Hermetic texts begin with the bold reassurance of truth which is fourfold.
  • This fourfold truth reflects the four elements and levels of existence.
  • The four elements and levels are: the divine, the mental, the astral and the physical.
  • The first word of the Hermetic texts represents a spark of pure truth, which corresponds to the fire element.
    • This signifies that words are true on an energetic level.
  • 'Without falsehood' then relates to the air element, or intellectual level.
    • This says that the text is factually correct.
  • 'Certain' relates to the water element.
    • This reassures us that the text is emotionally genuine and comes with good intentions.
  • The final clause relates to the earth and most true.
    • This means something you can rely on completely.
  • Principles that do not work within the text or reflect our experience require a broadening our understanding, or questioning the validity of this divine work.

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