In more recent times, just before the turn of the century, a new and eclectic expansion of the Western Mystery Tradition for English speaking nations took form in Europe as the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. A few years later an American branch of that order was established as the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn in America. Statement of Purpose One of the Primary Purposes of the Fraternity of the Hidden Light is to prepare its members for illumination so that they may serve humanity. Members progress through several grades of instruction and experience, which aid them in achieving all that they are capable of becoming. The common goal is illumination and the full expression of wisdom, love and power.
Wisdom is acquired by the experience of correct actions based upon true knowledge and insight.
Power is developed through the correct application of Wisdom and Love, as for example, through Ritual. The power employed in the rituals of the Fraternitas L.V.X. Occulta is the power of Love, the only true power in the Universe. Organization The Fraternity of the Hidden Light is organized into several levels. The curriculum includes the study of the Tree of Life, Tarot, Meditation, and the work of the Esoteric Orders. After the Probation-ary the Initiated work of the Fraternity proper begins.