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Hermetic teachings were never meant for mass dissemination; instead, they have been handed down quietly among initiates who grasp the inner truths. This policy of secrecy was rooted in the recognition that true understanding requires readiness and understanding—"The lips of wisdom are closed, except to the ears of understanding." Hermetic masters understood the dangers of unprepared minds and preferred to share their knowledge only with those truly prepared to comprehend.
The Hermetic tradition emphasizes that Gnosis—true knowledge—is a sacred trust, passed through generations, preserved by select lineages of initiates who serve as custodians of the sacred flame of wisdom.