STRUCTURE
SPIRITUAL HIERARCHY
DEPARTMENT I - Ray 1 Will or Power
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The Manu
The World Teacher
The Mahachohan
Master Jupiter
Master Morya
European Master
Master Koot Hoomi
Master Dwhal Khul
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The Venetian Master
Master Seraphis Bay
Master Hillarion
Master Jesus
Master Rakòzcy
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DEPARTMENT II - Ray 2 Love-Wisdom
DEPARTMENT III - Ray 3 Active Intelligence
OF THE EARTH SCHEME
SPIRITUAL HIERARCHY
This diagram is an outline of a portion of the Hierarchy at the present moment, and only gives the outstanding Figures in connection with human evolution. A similar diagram from the standpoint of the deva evolution would be differently arranged.
The connecting lines indicate force currents.
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SOLAR LOGOS
INITIATES
DISCIPLES
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LORD MAITREYA
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- Maitreya is the awaited teacher for all humanity, recognized in different religions as Christ, Buddha, Krishna, Messiah, or Imam Mahdi.
- He has reportedly lived in London’s Asian community since 1977, preparing for his public emergence.
- Maitreya presents himself as a Teacher, guiding humanity toward sharing, justice, and global cooperation.
- He embodies divine Love, understanding human suffering and promoting unity.
- His public revelation will occur when humanity is ready to accept his teachings and live in peace.
MASTER KOOT HOOMI
- Member of the Hierarchy: K.H. is one of the Masters of Wisdom, part of the inner governing body of advanced disciples guiding human evolution.
- Head of an Ashram: K.H. is the Chohan of 2nd Ray of Love-Wisdom
- Teacher of Wisdom: K.H. is a great Instructor whose work centers on the education of humanity and the training of disciples.
- Qualities: He is described as embodying love-wisdom, gentleness, and compassion, expressing the second Ray energy.
- Future Role: K.H. is destined to take up the office of World Teacher (the role held by the Christ) in a later cycle.
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MASTER MORYA
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- Master of the Hierarchy: He is a senior Master of Wisdom of the First Ray of Will or Power, overseeing the Ray’s influence on humanity.
- Head of an Ashram: Morya is the Chohan of 1st Ray of Will or Power.
- Teacher of Disciples: Guides aspirants in initiation, emphasizing courage, strength, and alignment with the divine plan.
- Qualities: Embodies will, power, and determination; associated with Government, Leadership, and Occultism.
- Future Role: Directs spiritual initiatives and the expression of the First Ray of Will and Power on Earth.
MASTER DWHAL KHUL
- A Tibetan Master: Djwhal Khul, called “the Tibetan” or simply “D.K.,” is presented as a Master of the Wisdom, part of the planetary Hierarchy.
- Disciple of Koot Hoomi: He states that he is a disciple within the Ashram of Master Koot Hoomi, serving under K.H.’s direction.
- Telepathic Communicator: Bailey’s books (1919–1949) are described as being telepathically, dictated by D.K. to her, as part of the Hierarchy’s effort to release the Ageless Wisdom.
- Role as Teacher: His function is to clarify esoteric psychology, discipleship training, initiation, and the externalisation of the Hierarchy for the modern age.
- Qualities: He emphasizes impersonality, humility, and service, portraying himself as “a brother on the same path” rather than an exalted figure.
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MASTER RAKÒZCI
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- Often referred to as the Master R., is a member of the planetary Hierarchy.
- He is the Chohan (Lord) of the 7th Ray of Ceremonial Order and Magic, the ray coming into power in the Aquarian age.
- His work is linked with the structuring of civilization — international relations, economics, governance, and the organization of human life according to rhythm, order, and justice.
- He embodies the energy of order, synthesis, ceremonial magic, and the practical application of spiritual law in the outer world.
- Key influence in the Aquarian age, shaping religion, culture, and governance.
MASTER HILLARION
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- Hilarion is one of the Masters of Wisdom, part of the inner Hierarchy guiding human evolution.
- He is the (Chohan) Lord of the 5th Ray of Concrete Knowledge and Science.
- Oversees the development of science, research, philosophy, and the relationship between esoteric truth and scientific discovery.
- Embodies truth, exact knowledge, investigation, clarity of thought, and the bridging of science and spirituality.
- Plays a key role in uniting esoteric wisdom with modern science, guiding humanity toward a synthesis of spiritual and scientific knowledge.
MASTER SERAPHIS BAY
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- Serapis is one of the Masters of Wisdom, recognized within the planetary Hierarchy.
- He is the (Chohan (Lord) of the 4th Ray of Harmony through Conflict.
- Oversees art, beauty, aesthetics, and the transformative power of conflict leading to harmony; connected with the uplift of culture.
- Embodies purity, discipline, harmony, and the refinement of form through struggle and tension.
- Guides humanity in achieving synthesis through conflict, and inspires cultural and artistic expressions that reveal divine harmony.
MASTER JESUS
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- The Master Jesus is one of the Masters of Wisdom within the planetary Hierarchy.
- Chohan of the 6th Ray: He is the Lord of the Sixth Ray of Devotion and Idealism, which has governed much of the Piscean age.
- He was overshadowed as the disciple Jesus of Nazareth, and through Him the Christ (Maitreya) expressed Himself during the Gospel period.
- Embodies devotion, sacrifice, compassion, and steadfast dedication to spiritual ideals.
- Continues to guide the Christian churches and will play a role in their eventual renewal, adapting them to the Aquarian age.
VENETIAN MASTER
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- The Venetian Master, also known as Paul the Venetian, is one of the Masters of Wisdom.
- He is the Chohan (Lord) of the 3rd Ray of Active Intelligence, connected with creativity, adaptability, and civilization-building.
- Oversees the development of culture, education, diplomacy, and the intelligent structuring of human relationships.
- Embodies intelligence, creativity, adaptability, beauty, and the harmonizing of diverse perspectives.
- Guides humanity toward intelligent cooperation and the creative expression of divine ideas in art, culture, and social organization.
EUROPEAN MASTER
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- The European Master is described as one of the Masters of Wisdom, part of the inner planetary Hierarchy.
- He works closely with the Master Rákóczi (Seventh Ray) and with civilizational development in Europe.
- Concerned with culture, philosophy, and the shaping of European thought and governance in line with the divine plan.
- Embodies intellectual clarity, statesmanship, and the ability to unify diverse national perspectives.
- Will play a guiding role in the evolution of European nations toward greater cooperation and spiritual purpose within the Aquarian age.
MASTER JUPITER
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- Master Jupiter is one of the senior Masters of Wisdom within the planetary Hierarchy.
- Chohan / First Ray Master: He is a First Ray Master (Will or Power), embodying leadership, authority, and the active application of divine will.
- Oversees major spiritual initiatives, guiding disciples, and helping implement the Hierarchy’s plans on Earth.
- Embodies will, power, decisiveness, and the ability to direct human and spiritual energies toward higher purposes.
- Plays a continuing role in preparing humanity for the next stage of evolution, particularly in fostering alignment with divine purpose and global order.
THE MANU
- The Manu is one of the planetary Masters of Wisdom, specifically guiding the spiritual evolution of humanity as a whole.
- Acts as the spiritual organizer of the Fifth Root Race, overseeing the karmic and evolutionary progress of humanity on Earth.
- Supervises the development of human institutions, culture, and the unfolding of the evolutionary plan; works closely with Masters and Chohans to direct humanity’s collective destiny.
- Embodies vision, foresight, balance, and the ability to harmonize spiritual and material development.
- Guides humanity toward the next evolutionary stage, ensuring the continuity and proper organization of human life in alignment with divine purpose.
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PROBATIONERS
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- Focus: Turning toward the soul, striving to live a higher life.
- Inner State: Motivated by devotion and aspiration, but still largely governed by personality desires and emotional reactions. Soul influence is sensed but not yet steady.
- Work: Purification and discipline of body, emotions, and speech; learning meditation; beginning service to others, though often mixed with personal ambition.
- Relation to Hierarchy: Observed by a Master but not yet consciously in an Ashram.
- Keynote: Preparation through aspiration and self-discipline.
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DISCIPLES
- Focus: Establishing conscious soul contact and training for initiation.
- Inner State: Integrated personality increasingly subordinated to the soul; growing impersonality and group awareness.
- Work: Meditation, service, and testing under pressure; cooperation with the Plan.
- Relation to Hierarchy: Consciously connected with a Master’s Ashram; guided and tested as part of the ashramic group.
- Keynote: Service, training, and preparation for initiation.
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INITIATES
- Focus: Conscious entry into the “Kingdom of Souls” through initiation.
- Inner State: Soul-infused, free from lower dominance, increasingly identified with spiritual will.
- Work: Cooperates consciously with the Hierarchy, channels spiritual energy, and serves planetary rather than personal purposes.
- Relation to Hierarchy: From the Third Initiation onward, a recognized member of the Hierarchy.
- Keynote: Realization and responsibility.
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PROBATIONERS
- A seeker who has turned consciously toward the spiritual path and the soul, but who has not yet undergone initiation.
- Stands on “probation” — under observation by the Hierarchy, testing motives, capacity for service, and persistence.
1. Definition
- Motivated by aspiration, devotion, and often personal enthusiasm.
- Still largely polarized in the astral/emotional nature; easily caught in glamour, spiritual ambition, or self-concern.
- Personality is not yet integrated, but is being disciplined and purified.
2. Characteristics
- Cultivation of character: purity, control of speech, harmlessness, right motive.
- Development of the capacity for meditation and mental focus.
- First experiments in service — often imperfect, but laying the foundation for group consciousness.
3. Work
- Watched by a Master, but not yet linked consciously with an Ashram.
- Lives in preparation; the task is to prove reliability and fitness for training.
4. Relation to the Hierarchy
- Aspiration and discipline — the orientation of the lower self toward the soul.
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DISCIPLES
- A seeker who has turned consciously toward the spiritual path and the soul, but who has not yet undergone initiation.
- Stands on “probation” — under observation by the Hierarchy, testing motives, capacity for service, and persistence.
1. Definition
- Motivated by aspiration, devotion, and often personal enthusiasm.
- Still largely polarized in the astral/emotional nature; easily caught in glamour, spiritual ambition, or self-concern.
- Personality is not yet integrated, but is being disciplined and purified.
2. Characteristics
- Cultivation of character: purity, control of speech, harmlessness, right motive.
- Development of the capacity for meditation and mental focus.
- First experiments in service — often imperfect, but laying the foundation for group consciousness.
3. Work
- Watched by a Master, but not yet linked consciously with an Ashram.
- Lives in preparation; the task is to prove reliability and fitness for training.
4. Relation to the Hierarchy
- Aspiration and discipline — the orientation of the lower self toward the soul.
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INITIATES
- A seeker who has turned consciously toward the spiritual path and the soul, but who has not yet undergone initiation.
- Stands on “probation” — under observation by the Hierarchy, testing motives, capacity for service, and persistence.
1. Definition
- Motivated by aspiration, devotion, and often personal enthusiasm.
- Still largely polarized in the astral/emotional nature; easily caught in glamour, spiritual ambition, or self-concern.
- Personality is not yet integrated, but is being disciplined and purified.
2. Characteristics
- Cultivation of character: purity, control of speech, harmlessness, right motive.
- Development of the capacity for meditation and mental focus.
- First experiments in service — often imperfect, but laying the foundation for group consciousness.
3. Work
- Watched by a Master, but not yet linked consciously with an Ashram.
- Lives in preparation; the task is to prove reliability and fitness for training.
4. Relation to the Hierarchy
- Aspiration and discipline — the orientation of the lower self toward the soul.
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