![]() ![]() Most often we think of spies and the secret service when discussing this but the same need for secrecy exists in occult circles, particularly in the centuries where Christianity sought to control the beliefs of the people of Europe absolutely. Those with the knowledge and eyes to see and all that.Ĭiphers and secret codes/alphabets have been used throughout history in order to obscure important writings. So long as the sender and reader both know what language is being used meaning is transmitted, adding a layer to any riddle, mythology or similarly being used. In a time where travel from one end of the Mediterranean to the other may take a year or more and could be very dangerous (for example) the written word becomes the best method of communication. As with the Eleuisian Mysteries the secrets are never written down, only shared with those who had attained initiation and were worthy and only through personal interaction but this is not an overly effective way to share your message and teachings with a wider audience. The best way to preserve secrecy is through initiatory and/or oral traditions. ![]() Occult knowledge can only remain secret if care is taken to obscure teachings. ![]()
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