Cicero - Self Initiation into the Golden Dawn Tradition_Part 01

280 SELF-INITIATION INTO 1HE GoLDEN DAWN 'fRADmoN
Beyond this fivefold division of the human Soul, there is one more portion
that is sometimes overlooked. This lowest part is called the G'UPH (tJ~). Centered
in Malkuth, the G'uph is closely tied to the physical body and the total range of all
psychophysical functions. It is a low level of the subconscious which communicates
with the brain about the current condition of the humanbodyo
SECTION 5: Correspondences of Yesod
The 2 = 9 grade is attributed to the sphere of Yesod on the Qabalistic
Tree of Life. Yesod is the ninth Sephirah on the Tree and the
second sphere encountered by the aspiring initiate. It is the
realm of the Akasha or astral Light, as the substance which
underlies all dense matter. (Review all information on Yesod
given in Chapter One.)
Namein English: The Foundation
Divine(Atziluthic) Name: Shaddai El Chai
Archangel (Briatic) Name: Gabriel
Angelic(Yetziratic) Choir: Kerubim
Planet orHouse ofAssiah: Levanah (Luna)
Spiritual experience: Vision of the Machinery of the Universe
Qabalistic Number: Nine
Color (Briatic): Violet
Element: Air
PartofAnatomy: Reproductive organs
Tarot cards: The four Nines
Magical Image: A beautiful strong naked man
Incense: Jasmine, Ginseng
Gemstone: Quartz
Symbols: Perfumes and sandals
Lineal Figure: Enneagram
Virtue: Independence
Vice: Idleness
SECTION 6: Correspondences of Air
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Theoricus grade is attributed to the Element of Air. Air symbolizes
the intellectual and rational partof the psyche and the conscious
mind. Air is the Element of balance and equilibration. It is
the reconciler between Fire and Water. In the teachings of the
Golden Dawn, Air is in many ways the most important Element
for psychic growth and attainment. This Element is masculine,
active, volatile, and abstract. The color given for Air is yellow, and the cardinal
point is East. (Review all information on the Element of Air given in Chapter One.)