The Neophyte may enact the Fellowship rites in the order most helpful to his or her own chosen path. The taking of a degree lies with the member and may involve months or years. Only if Divine Awareness takes place in some manner while enacting a mystery drama, a Magi Degree may be conferred. Hierophants confirm Magi degree experiences. Someone who has agreed with the principles presented in the Manifesto of the FOI and has submitted membership information to one of the many FOI Centers.
Titles are merely descriptions of the work and responsibilities that their bearers undertake.
A member who is studying to obtain a Magi Degree with a Lyceum. This can involve the dedication of one's own daily work. Vocation is essential. Among the picture signs is that of Aset, the Throne of Isis, the Matriarchal seat that conferred power on each succeeding Pharaoh. One may still see these symbols carved on the walls and columns in Egyptian temples and tombs.