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Traditional Martinist Order

An initiatic order within the Western esoteric tradition, teaching the Way of the Heart based on the writings of Louis-Claude de Saint-Martin and his teachers.

Last updated September 29, 2026

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The Traditional Martinist Order traces its origins to the broader Martinist movement, which emerged in eighteenth-century France from the teachings of Martinez de Pasqually and his disciple Louis-Claude de Saint-Martin. Saint-Martin, known as the "Unknown Philosopher," authored influential works that spread across France, Germany, England, and Russia, giving rise to what became known as Martinism. In the late nineteenth century, Augustin Chaboseau and Papus (Gérard Encausse) co-founded the Ordre Martiniste, seeking to revive and organize Martinist study and initiation. In 1931, Chaboseau founded the Traditional Martinist Order, adding "Traditional" to affirm its legitimate lineage to Saint-Martin, which was established through Henri Delaage. After Chaboseau's death in 1946, the order came under the sponsorship of the Ancient Mystical Order Rosae Crucis (AMORC), a Rosicrucian organization. Under AMORC's auspices, the TMO expanded internationally, offering its teachings through local Heptads and Ateliers as well as a Home Oratory Program. Today, the order continues to promote the Way of the Heart, with study topics including Alchemy, Angelology, Cycles of Humanity, Dreams and Visions, Kabbalah, Mystical Symbols, and Numerology.

  • 1946

    After Chaboseau's death, the order is sponsored by AMORC.

  • 1931

    Augustin Chaboseau founds the Traditional Martinist Order.

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An initiatic order within the Western esoteric tradition, emphasizing the Way of the Heart and personal spiritual transformation.

  • Initiatic study programs

    Courses covering Alchemy, Angelology, Cycles of Humanity, Dreams and Visions, Kabbalah, Mystical Symbols, and Numerology.

  • Home Oratory Program

    A program for individual study and practice for those who prefer not to join a group.

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