The Hermetic tradition is a spiritual and philosophical system based on the teachings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus, a legendary figure believed to be a fusion of the Greek god Hermes and the Egyptian god Thoth. This tradition encompasses various texts, known as the Hermetic Corpus, which explore topics such as alchemy, astrology, and theurgy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the universe and the divine. Central to the Hermetic tradition is the principle of correspondence, often summarized by the phrase "As above, so below." This idea suggests that the microcosm of human experience reflects the macrocosm of the universe. Practitioners seek to understand these connections to achieve spiritual enlightenment and personal transformation.