In Masonic and esoteric traditions, Lucifer as the planet Venus symbolizes enlightenment, initiation, and the journey of the soul toward divine wisdom. Albert Pike and other Masonic scholars interpret Lucifer not as a literal devil, but as the “Light-Bearer,” the force that brings knowledge, awakening, and progress—both individually and collectively. Venus as Lucifer: The Morning and Evening Star Venus appears as both the Morning Star (rising before the Sun) and the Evening Star (visible after sunset). This duality represents the journey of illumination and the fall into darkness, mirroring the Masonic path of initiation, where one passes from ignorance (darkness) into the light of wisdom. Lucifer as the Morning Star – The bringer of light, the initiator, the force that urges the soul to seek truth beyond mere appearances. This is the symbol of the adept, the initiate, and the philosopher, who challenges established dogma to reach enlightenment. Lucifer as the Evening Star – The fallen, the exiled, or the veiled wisdom that must be rediscovered. This represents the descent into matter, exile from the spiritual source.
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