К̅'ÑÊT̅ŌК̅ÖЯ̄ŌÇ or
К̅'ñêt̄ōк̄öя̄ōç ― К̅'ñêt̄ōк̄öя̄ōç ia a term used by Garden of Life for the Body of Priests within a Tradition, A Priest School, both in the archaic sense of an assembly of Officiant Priests and in the more modern sense of a School for younger or newer Priests, the term may also be applied to any specific lands and/or buildings primarily used for those purposes. The Name К̅'ñêt̄ōк̄öя̄ōç is a phonetically constructed Institution Name based on the Archaic Greek root words: Κινητικός meaning Motion, ensouled Motion and/or Spirit Outflowing as Energy; and χῶρος meaning Country or clearly defined space for. In Temple context, a specifically designated space for the study and learning associated with Processing of the Outflowing Radiant Mægikal Energies that are usually referred to as the Masculine Energies; and the Body of Persons, attached to or Werking from or through that place.

К̅īя̇äñ (nomenclature vulgaris: Chiron) (Local Star System Component) ― К̅īя̇äñ is the name used in Garden of Life Astrological Terminology for the component of our local star system (in this case a Centaur), referred to as "Chiron" in the Western mainstream vernacular. Garden of Life uses either terms from the earlier Ægean languages or words constructed from root words in those languages for all components of the Cosmos, or at least for those of the local Universe; partially due to a feeling that the earlier terms represent a more exact and purer resonance with the named object, force, and/or field, than the Latinate term commonly used (theory of deterioration of quality in a copy of a copy of a copy, etc.); and partially because, though we sometimes use, within the Temple, terms for these components derived from Ægyptian culture, and in some cases Sanatana Dharma and Sanskrit, and/or other ancient sources, those seemed a bit "over the top" for daily use (but we never can tell). Also there was a desire to rebalance the Feminine and Masculine Energies in the naming of the Planets and other components of the local star system.

К̅ōя̄ā (nomenclature vulgaris: Persephone Asteroid) (Local Star System Component) ― К̅ōя̄ā is the name used in Garden of Life Astrological Terminology for the component of our local star system (in this case an Asteroid), referred to as "Persephone" in the Western mainstream vernacular. Garden of Life uses either terms from the earlier Ægean languages or words constructed from root words in those languages for all components of the Cosmos, or at least for those of the local Universe; partially due to a feeling that the earlier terms represent a more exact and purer resonance with the named object, force, and/or field, than the Latinate term commonly used (theory of deterioration of quality in a copy of a copy of a copy, etc.); and partially because, though we sometimes use, within the Temple, terms for these components derived from Ægyptian culture, and in some cases Sanatana Dharma and Sanskrit, and/or other ancient sources, those seemed a bit "over the top" for daily use (but we never can tell). Also there was a desire to rebalance the Feminine and Masculine Energies in the naming of the Planets and other components of the local star system.

К̅ŭēōñ ― К̅ŭēōñ is a phonetically constructed word based on a Greek root word meaning child inside the womb, or possibly the Mother with Child used within the context of the Temple to refer to Sentients in a prenatal stage, between physical conception and birth.

К̅ŭēōñ Passage ― Garden of Life considers Werks acknowledging and/or commemorating Passages from one stage of a lifecycle to the next as Pagan Sacraments. The timing of such Celebrations are not determined solely by physical ages but by the Individuals actual attainment of that stage. К̅ŭēōñ Rite of Passage and/or the Child Within Perfectioning - Celebrates the raw potential of the enwombed Individual, the hopes and dreams of the parental units, acceptance into the Tribe of the to be born Child, while dedicating them to as much fulfillment of their Ultimate Potential Perfection as possible in the upcoming lifecycle. Misting. A phonetically constructed word based on a Greek root word meaning child inside the womb, or possibly the Mother with Child used within the context of the Temple to refer to Sentients in a prenatal stage, between physical conception and birth.

χæṗ'ṗя̄ēōʟ̄üs̄ (nomenclature vulgaris: Capricorn) ― χæṗ'ṗя̄ēōʟ̄üs̄ is the name used in Garden of Life Astrological Terminology for the Astrological Sign on the Ecliptic in the Zodiac in reference from our local star system), referred to as "Capricorn" in the Western mainstream vernacular. Though this does not indicate where the Constellation from which it takes it's name is currently on the Ecliptic, since Signs in Tropical Astrology are determined in sections from where the Vernal Equinox occurs against the Ecliptic rather than by the Constellation's current position. These names may help to make the separation of the two concepts seem more intuitive. Garden of Life uses either terms from the earlier Ægean languages or words constructed from root words in those languages for all components of the Cosmos, or at least for those of the local Universe; partially due to a feeling that the earlier terms represent a more exact and purer resonance with the named object, force, and/or field, than the Latinate term commonly used (theory of deterioration of quality in a copy of a copy of a copy, etc.); and partially because, though we sometimes use, within the Temple, terms for these components derived from Ægyptian culture, and in some cases Sanatana Dharma and Sanskrit, and/or other ancient sources, those seemed a bit "over the top" for daily use (but we never can tell). Also there was a desire to rebalance the Feminine and Masculine Energies in the naming of the Planets and other components of the local star system.

Ka ― In an Ægyptian Paradigm the Ka has independent existence but also functions as a component of a sentient Being during a particular incarnation and/or series of incarnations. When discussed in reference to a particular Individual within a specific incarnation the Ka may be considered as the ephemeral form, the double of the body in the Umbra. The rituals in the Book of Shadowing forth by Day, aim at strengthening the Ka enough so that it becomes able to withstand the harsh tests of the afterlife, and once those are complete, to guard the interests of the Entity in Eternity. The Ka is concerned with happenings within what we normally refer to as the Consensus Reality of this Plane, and continues to effectuate both within and outside of the span of the Individual's lifespan for the specific incarnation. If considered within a Sanatana Dharma Chakric context, the Ka might be considered to work in the arena of the Manipûra Chakra or what is often called in the West, the Will Chakra. A more complete listing of the various component parts in this particular system of reconstituted Ægyptian Parts of the Entity.

Kabala, Kabbala ― see Qabala

Kabirian Tradition ― When used in reference to a MetaPhysical Orientation as to Tradition, Culture or Preferred Flavour, is primarily defined, usually selfdefined by its members and/or adherents holding Celebration of the Mysteries of the entities identified as the Kabiria (Greek) as a primary or critical parameter of their Spiritual Paradigm. The Kabiria are also known as Kabeiri, Kabeiroi, Kabarim, Kabirim, Kabiri, Cabiri (Latin) Kabiria is the name indicating plurality, of certain very mysterious divinities, revered in nearly all the countries of the Near East. They were worshiped as divinities in Samothrace and on Lemnos (the island sacred to Vulcan) and were popularly represented as cosmic dwarves, the sons of Vulcan (Hephaestos), and masters of the art of working metals. Kabiri was a generic title: as the mighty they were of both sexes, gods and mortals, terrestrial, celestial, and kosmic. Blavatsky describes the kabiri as the seven divine titans identical with the seven rishis saved from the flood by Vaivasvta-Manu (SD 2:142). The "mighty men of renown" (gibborim) who date from the days of the earliest Atlantean subraces while yet Lemuria had not wholly disappeared -- became in the fifth root-race the teachers whom the Egyptians and Phoenicians called kabiri, the Greeks titans, and the Hindus rakshasas and daityas. In short, the kabeiroi, identical with the kumaras and rudras, classed with the dhyani-buddhas and with the 'elohim of Jewish theology, directing "the mind with which they endued men" to the arts and sciences that build civilization, and closely linked with solar and earthly fires, are no other than the kumara-agnishvatta-manasaputras of theosophy: kumaras in their unsoiled divinity; agnisvattas (those who have tasted the fire) or solar lhas; and manasaputras (sons of mind) who in pity took upon themselves the heavy cross of incarnation that they might help struggling humanity to come up higher. They are classed as three, four, or seven; the names of four being Axieros, Axiokersa, Axiokersos, and Kadmilos. These very mysterious and powerful divinities of the archaic ages, whatever name may be given to them, are in the cosmic hierarchies the same as the dhyani-buddhas and the dhyanis of modern theosophy, equivalent to the archangels and angels of the Christian hierarchical scheme. Thus they are the children of cosmic spiritual fire, this fire in its turn being equivalent to the luminous and warming effulgence of action of the hierarchies of cosmic mind. They are the most occult divinities of the archaic wisdom-religion, and the worship of them under whatever name they were known was invariably marked by a high degree of spiritual and philosophic profundity and deep religious devotion.

Kalatha ― When the term Kalatha is used in reference to a Mægikal Implement, Sacred Object, Ceremonial Tool and/or Focus it generally refers to the Energies, often seen as multicoloured bands of Light (seeing Kalatha is one of the Gifts and Persuasions), produced by the Energy Flows from and between individual Celebrants in a group Werking and/or those Energies focused and created by individual practitionors in solitary Werkings.

Kan-Kan ― in the context of the Vonnegutian Bokononist Religion is the instrument which brings one into his or her Karass.

Kaoist ―

Kaos ―

Kaositor ― Kaositors are Officiants whose purview is to add Kaotic elements, frameworks, and so forth to a Werking.

KAOSIZATION (when considered as a Sacrament) ― Garden of Life considers Kaosization a Pagan Sacrament. In a preliminary description Kaosization may be an Act and/or Process emphasizing the value of Play as a Spiritual Growth Tool. Spiritual Growth is often a smooth gradual type of growth, however many Traditions realize that sometimes it is beneficial to attempt to "trick" ourselves into reaching for more than would be thought possible within a normal context. Kaosization is usually focused on one Individual and entered into by a group of Individuals willing to assist that person. Kaosization is ordinarily coordinated by an Officiant and has the Purpose of enabling the Individual upon which it is focused to surmount plateau difficulties and promote Spiritual Growth. The method of Kaosization is to expose the Individual, to various seemingly unrelated stimuli with the desired effect of forcing Her/His Eternal self to push the Boundaries of Consciousness into hithertofore unexplored territories. For all of the utilization of acts and/or processes, that might normally be considered frivolous, Kaosization should not be undertaken lightly. The effects of any utilization of "Trickster" type energies upon: the Individual focused upon; any and all persons for whom that Individual has physical, financial, emotional, mental or spiritual responsibility; and the other participants must be considered. Kaosization involves Creating an Experiential Field of Potential from which strange beauties may emerge.
Below please find the wording that Garden of Life uses in it's Articles of Organization to delineate this Sacrament:
A Werk performed by a large group of Members emphasizing the value of Play as a Growth Tool, coordinated by an Officiant (if possible a Kaoist) but usually focused on one Individual, with the Purpose of enabling that Individual to surmount plateau difficulties and promote Spiritual Tachytely (Rapid evolution tending to result in quick differentiation and fixation of new types). Never to be undertaken lightly, the Sacrament of Kaosization must be requested by the Member and any and all persons for whom She/He has physical, financial, emotional, mental or spiritual responsibility. When performed in the Temple context, Kaosization must be recommended by the Body of Catalytic Officiants and performed under the Ægis of, and with the agreement of the Council of Elder Officiants. Kaosization involves Creating an Experiential State of Ergodicity (Field of Potential, resultant not determined or determinable until actualized by interaction with the observer, with the additional modifier that in the manner of a hologram the nature of the whole is contained in, and may be usefully studied within each component part) as the Individual's Environment. The Motif of the Art of Applying this Sacrament is to expose the Individual upon which the Werking is Focused, to various seemingly unrelated stimuli with the Desired Effect of forcing Her/His Eternal self to push the Boundaries of Consciousness into hithertofore unexplored territories.

Kaos Mægik ― When used in reference to a MetaPhysical Orientation as to Tradition, Culture or Preferred Flavour, Kaos Mægik is primarily defined, usually selfdefined by its members and/or adherents holding various ideas which may be characterized as Kaotic as a primary or critical parameter of their Spiritual Paradigm. Kaos Mægik has as one of its roots, the Mægickal system invented by Austin Osman Spare, and developed by a few others during the 1980's. Kaos mages may be thought to enter the 'Abyss', in simplistic terms the "Unknown". Anarchistic, clever, self-referential, and self-annihilistic, Kaos Mægik is an extraordinary deconstruction of magick, semantics, and psychology designed to eradicate consensual belief structures and, using the energy freed by this act, glimpse the fractal contours of reality. It is a synthesis of ceremonial magick, freestyle shamanism and sigilizing, however, its practitioners reject the traditional discrimination of magick into white, grey, and black, and assume a highly individualistic approach to the interplay between ethics and personal will.

Kaotic ―

Karass ― in the context of the Vonnegutian Bokononist Religion is a "team [of people] that do[es] God's (whatever they may consider Her to be) Will without ever discovering what they are doing". Humanity is organized into many such teams. One can try to discover "the limits of [one's] Karass and the nature of the work the Divine Forces are attempting to have such Karass (if any) do ... but such investigations are bound to be incomplete."

Karma ―

Karma Yoga, The Yoga of Action (one of four main paths of Yoga) ― It is the path chosen primarily by those of an outgoing nature. It purifies the heart by teaching you to act selflessly, without thought of gain or reward. By detaching yourself from the fruits of your actions and offering them up to God, you learn to sublimate the ego. To achieve this, it is helpful to keep your mind focused by repeating a mantra while engaged in any activity.

Karuna ― Karuna is a form of Reiki began by William Rand. "Karuna" means compassionate action. Reiki is an ancient Tibetan healing system in which light hand placements channel healing energies to the patient. Used to treat emotional and mental distress as well as chronic and acute physical problems, it assists the patient in achieving spiritual focus and clarity. Derived from the Japanese words "Rei" (Universal Spirit) and "Ki" (Life Force Energy) and learned through attunements with a teacher. Revived by Buddhist Monk Mikao Usui in the late 19^th century, Reiki accelerates the body's ability to heal on the physical, mental and emotional dimensions. It dissolves toxic energy and substances in the etheric and physical body through the hands of the healer. Reiki is a metaphysical theory of holistic health involving the movement of the practitioner's hand over and near (but not on) the patient's body to balance or redirect energy chakras.

Katabasis ― Katabasis as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κατὰβαίσως (1) going underneath; (2) descent into the underworld. Κατὰβαίσως may also be used to indicate a traveling from the interior of a region to the coast, which seems to further inform the metaphor.

See also: Κατὰβαίσως

Katekhesis ― Katekhesis as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κατήχησις instruction by word of mouth: generally, instruction; tradition by instruction, narrative, precept,

See also: Κατήχησις

Katharmos ― Katharmos as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Καθαρμός ritual cleansing, purification

See also: Καθαρμός

Katharsis ― Katharsis as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κάθαρσις purification, purgation

See also: Κάθαρσις

Keltic-Continental ― When used in reference to a MetaPhysical Orientation as to Tradition, Culture or Preferred Flavour, is primarily defined, usually selfdefined by its members and/or adherents holding as a primary or critical parameter of their Spiritual Paradigm.

Keltic-Gaelic Caledonian ― When used in reference to a MetaPhysical Orientation as to Tradition, Culture or Preferred Flavour, is primarily defined, usually selfdefined by its members and/or adherents which holds teachings originating in and/or interpolations thereon as a primary or critical parameter of their Spiritual Paradigm.

Keltic-Gaelic Irish ― When used in reference to a MetaPhysical Orientation as to Tradition, Culture or Preferred Flavour, is primarily defined, usually selfdefined by its members and/or adherents which holds teachings originating in and/or interpolations thereon as a primary or critical parameter of their Spiritual Paradigm.

Keltic Reconstructionism ― When used in reference to a MetaPhysical Orientation as to Tradition, Culture or Preferred Flavour, is primarily defined, usually selfdefined by its members and/or adherents holding as a primary or critical parameter of their Spiritual Paradigm. Keltic Reconstructionism is a culturally specific and historically based Pagan path that attempts to recreate the religion of the ancient Keltic peoples of Western Europe and the British Isles. It embodies a strong reverence for nature.

Keltic Wicca ― When used in reference to a MetaPhysical Orientation as to Tradition, Culture or Preferred Flavour, is primarily defined, usually selfdefined by its members and/or adherents holding Celebration of the Mysteries of the Keltic Pantheon integrated with teachings derived from Gardnerian Wicca as primary or critical parameters of their Spiritual Paradigm. Keltic Wicca emphasizes the Elements, Nature and the Ancient Ones. Keltic Wicca focuses on knowledge of, and respect for, the healing and magickal qualities of plants and stones, flowers, trees, elemental spirits, the little people, gnomes and fairies.

Kemetic ― When used in reference to a MetaPhysical Orientation as to Tradition, Culture or Preferred Flavour, is primarily defined, usually selfdefined by its members and/or adherents which holds teachings originating in and/or interpolations thereon as a primary or critical parameter of their Spiritual Paradigm.

Keraunomancy ― A type of divination using thunder. see also: A general Divinatory System list with short definitions

Khabs ― In an Ægyptian Paradigm the Khabs has independent existence but also functions as a component of a sentient Being during a particular incarnation and is one of only two components that are considered completely within the context of a specific incarnation. When discussed in reference to a particular Individual within a specific incarnation the Khabs may be considered as the enlivened physical body, it is both the physical body and the various systems which produce life in it. Such systems include the Circulatory system, the Pulmonary system, the Digestive system, the Endocrine system and all the others. If considered within a Sanatana Dharma Chakric context, the Khabs might be considered to work in the arena of the Mûlâdhara Chakra or what is often called in the West, the Root Chakra. A more complete listing of the various component parts in this particular system of reconstituted Ægyptian Parts of the Entity.

Khaibit ― In an Ægyptian Paradigm the Khaibit has independent existence but also functions as a component of a sentient Being during a particular incarnation and/or series of incarnations. When discussed in reference to a particular Individual within a specific incarnation the Khaibit may be considered as the Shadow (in the Jungian sense), also Memory, the Entity's whole past development and experiences from this and other lives. The Khaibit potentially has many extremely beneficial effects on the Individual, though if mismanaged may drown the Entity. If accessed properly, the Khaibit provides input from a breadth of experience otherwise impossible to any Individual within a specific incarnation. This accessing attribute of the Khaibit, when functioning properly promotes rapid conscious spiritual evolution, perhaps to a extent beyond the ability of any other single influence. The Khaibit also includes the somber and fatalistic part of the mind which often tends to want to bring oblivion or dissolution. This is the aspect of the Khaibit, which is often incorrectly assumed to be the whole of the Khaibit, which must be defeated or weakened enough in order for the Entity to transition successfully through the Hall of two Truths. If this particular function of the Khaibit is too strong in an Individual, the Heart will be heavier than the Feather of Truth, and the Individual will immediately be engulfed by the Devourer, the much discussed Second Death. Hence the need to both realize Eternity and Live totally in the Moment, a dichotomy which, although not allowed under the constrains of Linear thinking, was quite possible in the archaic Ægyptian paradigm, and is still so. If considered within a Sanatana Dharma Chakric context, the Khaibit might be considered to work in the arena of the Anahata Chakra or what is often called in the West, the Heart Chakra. A more complete listing of the various component parts in this particular system of reconstituted Ægyptian Parts of the Entity.

Khat ― In an Ægyptian Paradigm the Khat has independent existence but also functions as a component of a sentient Being during a particular incarnation and is one of only two components that are considered completely within the context of a specific incarnation. When discussed in reference to a particular Individual within a specific incarnation the Khat may be considered as the physical body from a particular life, before the life force enters and/or after the life force had departed from it. Many variations of the Teachings taught that as long as the mummy was sufficiently intact, the Ka could inhabit it and be empowered by it. The bodily remains could be viewed as a power source forwarding the eternal existences of the Being. It was also considered possible to inhabit statues of oneself, as long as the Ritual of the Opening of the Mouth had consecrated them. If considered within a Sanatana Dharma Chakric context, the Khat might be considered to work in the arena of the Pre and/or Post Chakric Field or what is often called in the West, the Ground of Being. A more complete listing of the various component parts in this particular system of reconstituted Ægyptian Parts of the Entity.

Kheiros ― as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Χαίρως rejoicing, gladness, delight

See also: Χαίρως

Khernibeion ― Khernibeionas an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Χερνῐβεῖον The vessel holding the khernips is called a khernibeion or a perirranterion.

See also: Χερνῐβεῖον

Khernips ― Khernips as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Χἐρνιψ (1) purifying water; (2) lustral water, to wash one's hands before ritual. The vessel holding the khernips is called a khernibeion or a perirranterion.

See also: Χἐρνιψ

Khorophileos ― Khorophileos as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Χωροφιλία meaning Love of a place

See also: Χωροφιλία, and Love

Khthonoi ― Khthonoi as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Χθόνιοί and is an Ægean designation for Deities whose primary purview is related to Earth and the regions under the surface of the Earth.

See also: Χθόνιοί

Khu ― In an Ægyptian Paradigm the Khu has independent existence but also functions as a component of a sentient Being during a particular incarnation and/or series of incarnations. When discussed in reference to a particular Individual within a specific incarnation the Khu may be considered as the One of the Shining Spirits that is particularly associated with a specific Individual, and which already represents in a Realized state the Ultimate Potential Perfection of that Individual. The Khu of an Individual may be that which at the end of all processes one becomes. Some call it the Augoeides, the Holy Guardian Angel, the Daimon, the Genius and by many other names, however most of these only refer to one function of the Khu and not the whole range of activities. It is also important to always keep in mind that the Khu is also considered part of the Constellation of Shining Spirits, the Vision of which is one of the potent Graces of the Ægyptian Tradition. The Shining Spirits were beyond Humanity, but also beyond the Neteru, though they participate in both, and presumably other realms. While some other components of a Being might commute from incarnation to incarnation, a particular Khu, would gravitate toward an Individual who was the expression of a particular Sekhem through the fields of Consciousness in that timeline and that incarnation. If considered within a Sanatana Dharma Chakric context, the Khu might be considered to work in the arena of the Sanhasrâra Chakra or what is often called in the West, the Crown Chakra. A more complete listing of the various component parts in this particular system of reconstituted Ægyptian Parts of the Entity.

Kinesiology ― (Muscle Testing) A system to access the information stored within muscles using resistance testing and noting the various responses, as well as, the strength or weakness of the response. The study of muscles in movement, specifically the action of individual muscles or groups of muscles that perform specific movements.

Kinesthetic Arts ― Kinesthetic Arts The kinesthetic arts can be dramatic (dance, drama, mime, theater, musicals), industrial (sculpting, auto repair, design, electronics, building, metal or wood working), or recreational (recess, classroom games, physical education, sports, active health programs). Kinesthetics is associated with the field of Proprioception which is the sense of the relative position of neighbouring parts of the body. Unlike the exteroceptive senses by which we perceive the outside world, and interoceptive senses, by which we perceive the pain and movement of internal organs, proprioception is a third distinct sensory modality that provides feedback solely on the status of the body internally. It is the sense that indicates whether the body is moving with required effort, as well as where the various parts of the body are located in relation to each other.

See also: Art

Kinetic Arts ― The phrase Kinetic Arts refers to the Arts of Motion other than Dance.

Kiste ― Kiste as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κίστη basket (used for Sacred things)

See also: Κίστη

Kitchen Witchcraft ― When used in reference to a MetaPhysical Orientation as to Tradition, Culture or Preferred Flavour, is primarily defined, usually selfdefined by its members and/or adherents holding as a primary or critical parameter of their Spiritual Paradigm. A tradition of Witchcraft with an emphasis on the practical side of religion, magick, the Earth, and elements. Much of the tradition is very similar to Stregheria (Strega) and practitioners work out of hearth and home, using only what they would have on hand for daily routines to perform rituals and spells. The home is sacred to a Kitchen Witch and cooking and herb magick play a fundamental part in their practice. Kitchen Witchery is a way of including Witchcraft beliefs into everyday life. Kitchen Witch-Basically this type of witchcraft deals with the hearth and home. Spells are cast on the stovetop, using the elemental powers. The deities are blessed and thanked for the bounty provided. And are called upon to protect the family and home. And to keep all members of the home healthy, safe and in harmony. This type is one that practices by home and hearth concentrating on the practical side of religion, magick and the earth and elements. A more convenient form of practice for those who have limited space and resource, mainly suburbanite and city witches. Some traditionalists who don't like this terminology, viewing it as degrading or inappropriate. But the Old Religion probably started in the kitchen or around the cookfire, which was the hub of many charms, spells, healings and celebrations. Grandma's kitchen has always produced magickal memories for people; visions of Mother making that special something for a sick child still holds true today for many of us.

Kledon ― Kledon as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κλεηδών accidentally significant utterance (a type of omen)

See also: Κλεηδών

― by chance events or overheard words

See also: Κλεηδών and A general Divinatory System list with short definitions

Kleidoukhoi ― Kleidoukhoi as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κλᾳδουχοί key holder

See also: Κλᾳδουχοί

Knights Templar ― An Order of Knights founded between 1119 and 1188 by Hugh de Payens of Champagne, France, and a small group of knights dedicated to protecting pilgrims journeying to the Holy Land and in routing the Infidels from Jerusalem. The Order idealized ideals of chivalry, crusades and Christian faith as practiced by an exclusive club of monastic knights but was brought down two centuries later by accusations of heresy, devil worship, blasphemy and homosexuality.

Knissomancy ― A type of divination using burning incense. see also: A general Divinatory System list with short definitions

Knossan ― When used in reference to a MetaPhysical Orientation as to Tradition, Culture or Preferred Flavour, is primarily defined, usually selfdefined by its members and/or adherents which holds teachings originating in Archaic Crete and/or interpolations thereon as a primary or critical parameter of their Spiritual Paradigm.

Knowledge ― Organization of Data

Koinon ― Koinon as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κοινόν common thing, communal, and interpreted as "commonwealth", "league" or "federation" were a number of associations of cities in ancient and early modern Greek history. [Plural Κοινά (Koina)]

See also: Κοινόν

Kolposamancy ― A type of divination by observation of female reproductive organs. see also: A general Divinatory System list with short definitions

Komos ― Komos as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κῶμος and indicate a ritualistic drunken procession or communal ritual carouse (drunken merrymaking) performed by revelers in ancient Greece, a riotous procession in honor of a Deity, whose participants were known as Komasts. The Κῶμος differs from other processions [such as the Πομπή (Pompe) and the Χορηγοί (choregoi), which were planned and led, according to exact directions.] in that the emphasis was on spontaneity and there is no leader, script, or rehersal. In one exemplary event Ἀλκιβιάδης Κλεινίου Σκαμβωνίδης (Alcibiades) famously gate-crashes the Συμπόσιον (Symposium) while carousing in a Κῶμος (komos). The emphasis is on revelry and is usually nocturnal and [Plural Κomoi (Komoi)]

See also: Κῶμος

Koniomancy ― A type of divination by observation of dust and other particles in the air. see also: A general Divinatory System list with short definitions

Kopomancy ― A type of divination from physical or mental exhaustion. see also: A general Divinatory System list with short definitions

Kosmos ― Kosmos as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κόσμος The entire manifested Cosmos, in its harmonious orderly arrangement, including the interplay between order and entropy, matter and dark matter, matter and anti-matter, unified and disparate forces, unified and faceted Consciousness. A super-order, including our known Universe, and all other Universes and Dimensional configurations.

See also: Κόσμος

Kosmos Aisthetos ― Kosmos Aisthetos as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κόσμος Αίσθητως (1) empirical or phenomenal world; (2) the world perceived by our senses

See also: Κόσμος Αίσθητως

Kosmos Noetos ― Kosmos Noetos as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κόσμος Νοητος (1) transcendental world; (2) spiritual world; (3) intelligible world

See also: Κόσμος Νοητος

Krator ― When the term Krator is used in reference to a Mægikal Implement, Sacred Object, Ceremonial Tool and/or Focus it generally refers to

Kriya ― (in reference to the field of Yoga) The art and science of balance. A way of harmonizing the disparate parts of the mind into wholeness, a way of creative living. Teaches a philosophy comprehensive enough to embrace all knowledge and offers a way of meditative attunement that reveals the wisdom of Life in daily experience.

KRYSALIZATION (when considered as a Sacrament) ― Garden of Life considers Krysalization a Pagan Sacrament. In a preliminary description Krysalization may be an Act and/or Process usually involving a large group of Individuals, coordinated by a panel of Officiants, ordinarily focused on one Individual to aid them in a Spiritual Passage of Attainment. Krysalization must be requested by the Individual, and agreed to by all involved. Krysalization enfolds the Individual being Krysalized in a saturation experience and includes exposure to and immersion in a particular set of Stimuli. It is generally made up of a series of interrelated Experiences over a significant time, determined by the length of time it is possible for the central Individual to be isolated from their normal context. It is essential that such Experiences derive from extremely well researched data, whether from some particular extant Tradition, the product of Archetypal Construction or some combination thereof. Each component part of the Krysalization must center on the Goal or Goals of the Individual upon whom the Sacrament is focused. The accomplished result accelerates the Spiritual Growth of the focus Individual and often of many if not all of the other participants.
Below please find the wording that Garden of Life uses in it's Articles of Organization to delineate this Sacrament:
A Werk usually performed by a large group of Members, coordinated by a panel of Officiants, ordinarily focused on one Individual to aid them in a Spiritual Passage of Attainment. Such Act, Acts and/or Process or Series of Acts must be requested by the Individual, recommended by the Body of Catalytic Officiants and enacted under the Ægis of, and with the Agreement of the Council of Elder Officiants. The Werk consists of a Process or Series of Acts that enfold the Celebrant being Krysalized in a Saturation Experience, by Exposure to and Immersion in a particular set of Stimuli from an extremely well researched, particular extant Tradition or Product of Archetypal Construction, incorporating the Goal, that the Individual upon whom the Sacrament is focused, experiences an Entelechical Epiphany (Intuitive Potential Actualizing Awakening and Manifestation of Inherent Divinity) and Ṗêя̄æñ (a Passing Through & Moving Beyond while assimilating the essence) of one of the Gateless Gates or the Membraenes between Levels of Existence.

Krysalizator ― As posted on the Category Component Characteristics page for Types of Officiants in the Rose Recension Correspondences Codex, and elsewhere on the Garden of Life website: A Khrysalizator when considered in an Officiant context, is an Officiant, involved in planning and actualizing a Khrysalization for an initiate candidate. A Khrysalizator may either for a specific Werking, or as their preferred usual mode of Officiation applies the skills and talents required to create a Khrysalization.
[Here quoting from the Garden of Life List of Sacraments:
Krysalization (Khrysalization):
A Werk usually performed by a large group of Members, coordinated by a panel of Officiants, ordinarily focused on one Individual to aid them in a Spiritual Passage of Attainment. Such Act, Acts and/or Process or Series of Acts must be requested by the Individual, recommended by the Body of Catalytic Officiants and enacted under the Ægis of, and with the Agreement of the Council of Elder Officiants. The Work consists of a Process or Series of Acts that enfold the Celebrant being Krysalized in a Saturation Experience, by Exposure to and Immersion in a particular set of Stimuli from an extremely well researched, particular extant Tradition or Product of Archetypal Construction, incorporating the Goal, that the Individual upon whom the Sacrament is focused, experiences an Entelechical Epiphany (Intuitive Potential Actualizing Awakening and Manifestation of Inherent Divinity) and Ṗêяæñ (a Passing Through & Moving Beyond while assimilating the essence) of one of the Gateless Gates or the Membraenes between Levels of Existence.]

Krysalized ―

Kseinia ― Kseinia as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Ξενία whose meaning is sometimes simplified to be just hospitality, was an extremely important practice in Ancient Greece. It was an almost ritualized friendship formed between a host and his guests, governed by a complex system of rules, both written and unwritten, who could previously have been strangers. The host fed and provided quarters for the guest, who was expected to repay only with gratitude. Many variations of the concept are conveyed in the body of stories of the early Ægean cultures. This social contract type of arrangement was also quite prominent in many of the other early Human civilizations, in Anatolia, Mesopotamia, Ægypt, the Indus Valley, China, and so forth.

See also: Ξενία, and Social Contract

Kseinobekheos ― Kseinobekheos as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Ξεινοβάκχηος meaning (Romantic and/or Sexual Love for Strangers and/or the Strange)

See also: Ξεινοβάκχηος, and Love

Ksenos Teloson ― An Officiant whose purview covers matters of protocol within a Tradition, particularly within the context of Circles, Celebrations, Werkings and other events characteristic of the Tradition. Especially in relation to hosting and guesting at such functions per the consensus social contract established by the Tradition.

Kuklomancy ― A type of divination by rounds or circles. see also: A general Divinatory System list with short definitions

Kundalini ― (in reference to the field of Yoga) An ancient energy management system. Awareness and health is achieved through exercises or postures (asanas), special breathing (pranayama), hand and finger gestures (mudras), body locks (bhandas), sound current (mantras) and meditation. All work to awaken and balance the total body.

Kundalini Awakening ― The process of self-realization consists of the Kundalini rising from the sacrum bone, piercing the seven spiritual centers or chakras along the innermost channel (nadi) within the spine, and emerging from the top of our brain. When this takes place, the union (yoga) of the Kundalini and the Self manifests. To realize this Self within us is to achieve absolute fulfillment.

Kykeon ― Kykeon as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κυκεών mixture of water, barley and herbs

See also: Κυκεών

Kyklos ― Kyklos as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κύκλος (1) a circle; (2) a cycle

See also: Κύκλος

Kymatomancy ― A type of divination by observation of waves and wave motion. see also: A general Divinatory System list with short definitions

Kymbala ― Kymbala as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κυμβαλα cymbals

See also: Κυμβαλα

Kyprideos ― Kyprideos as an Anglicized term from the actual Greek Κύπρίδιος meaning of or like Κύπρις (a name of Aphrodite, highlighting Her more delicate attributes, and related to the form in which She was Celebrated in Cyprus, sometimes in English referred to as the Cypriot) originating in appreciation of that which is lovely, tender, delicate, by extension utilized in indicating Love which originates within an Aesthetic context.

See also: Κύπρίδιος, and Love

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