15 Questions
Which element is believed to be the first element born from akasa?
Tejas
What are the basic qualities of the fiery principle?
Heat and expansion
What does the symbol of the sword represent in the Tarot?
Fiery element
What is the fifth power, also known as the quintessence?
Akasa
What do the plus and minus polarities of each element signify?
Constructive and destructive
What is the significance of the elements in the macrocosm and microcosm?
They have deep and manifold significance
What does the text say about the powers of the elements?
They are unknown and rarely discussed
How is the universe compared to in the text?
A complex machine
What are the elements called in the oldest oriental scriptures?
Tattwas
What aspect of the effects of the elements has been published up to date?
Negative effects only
Which principle is derived from akasa and has the qualities of coldness and shrinkage?
Water
What is the role of the principle of air, according to initiated people?
A mediator between fire and water
Which principle is responsible for solidification and involves the qualities of space, measure, weight, and time?
Earth
What is the fluid in the polarity of the earthy element?
Electromagnetic
Which principle is latent and active in all things created, from the tiniest grain of sand to the most sublime substance?
Fire
Test your knowledge about the elements and their role in the creation of the universe. Explore the ancient teachings of Hermes Trismegistus and discover the great secret of the Tetragrammaton.
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