Occult Theocrasy - Part II - Ch 51 - pg370

Occult Theocrasy - Part II - Ch 51 - pg370

This video discusses Chapter 51 of "Occult Theocrasy", focusing on the origins and structure of the Illuminati of Bavaria, founded in 1776. It outlines its hierarchical classes, secretive nature, and political and religious ambitions, as well as its eventual suppression by authorities in Bavaria. The narrative also details the influence of various figures in promoting anti-Christian ideologies through the organization and how the Illuminati's legacy persists into modern times.

Key Points:

Founding of the Illuminati
The Illuminati of Bavaria was founded on May 1, 1776, by Adam Weishop, a Jesuit-educated professor, aiming to create a Protestant organization to counter Jesuit influence. The group's structure consisted of three classes that were subdivided into various degrees of membership.

Goals and Methods
Initially intended to promote Protestant values and combat Catholic Jesuitism, the Illuminati employed cunning methods including mutual espionage, secrecy, and a strict hierarchical system. Members pledged blind loyalty to superiors and used pseudonyms to conceal their identities.

Suppression and Legacy
The order faced suppression by the Bavarian authorities, particularly after a priest's accidental death revealed the group's confidential documents. Despite its suppression in 1785, attempts to revive illuminism occurred throughout the late 18th and early 19th centuries, showing its continuing influence.

Impact on Freemasonry and Politics
The Illuminati's ambitions included subverting Freemasonry and promoting republican ideals, but ultimately it became entangled with rival secret societies. Its influence spread quickly across Europe, significantly impacting the political landscape leading to the French Revolution.

Continued Existence
The narrator hints at the idea that the Illuminati did not vanish but transformed, existing in modern forms, particularly in Germany, England, and Russia, where it may involve bizarre initiation rites, indicating ongoing cultural and societal fascination with its legacy.