As Above, So Below -
The phrase "As Above, So Below" can refer to a profound ancient philosophy or a popular modern horror film. Here is content exploring both interpretations: 1. The Ancient Hermetic Principle
Directed by , this found-footage film uses the Hermetic phrase as a literal and psychological plot device. As Above, So Below
: It was the first film granted permission to shoot in the actual off-limits sections of the Paris Catacombs, contributing to its claustrophobic and "wrong" atmosphere. The phrase "As Above, So Below" can refer
: The film heavily references Dante’s Inferno and Jungian psychology, suggesting that to "climb out," one must first confront and resolve the "darker parts" of themselves hidden below. : It was the first film granted permission
: It is often used to describe the equilibrium of opposites—creation and destruction, light and dark—symbolized by figures like Baphomet . 2. The 2014 Horror Film
: Archaeologist Scarlett Marlowe leads a team into the Paris Catacombs to find the Philosopher’s Stone. As they descend deeper, they enter a "personal hell" where their past traumas and sins manifest as physical threats.
: As detailed in The Kybalion , this principle posits that there is harmony between the different planes of existence. What happens in your inner world (thoughts and emotions) will eventually reflect in your outer life.