Mystical systems
Martinism
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Martinism is a Christian esoteric current associated with Louis-Claude de Saint-Martin and later initiatory orders.
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Martinism means a Christian esoteric current associated with Louis-Claude de Saint-Martin and later initiatory orders.
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Why Martinism matters
Martinism matters because it centers inner restoration, reintegration, and contemplative esotericism.
Where readings of Martinism go wrong
The usual misreading is to treat Martinism as generic occultism.
Sources and editorial method
This entry summarizes the tradition in the Almanac's own words; where no source is listed, it is an editorial summary rather than a primary text, and symbolic readings are named as the tradition's, not as fact.
- Source
- The Great Almanac Dictionary
- Category
- Mystical Systems
- Last updated
- 2026-09-26
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Common questions
What is Martinism?
Martinism is a Christian esoteric current associated with Louis-Claude de Saint-Martin and later initiatory orders.
What do people get wrong about Martinism?
The usual misreading is to treat Martinism as generic occultism.
Why does Martinism matter?
Martinism matters because it centers inner restoration, reintegration, and contemplative esotericism.
