Secret Tradition

A secret tradition, also known as an esoteric tradition or hidden tradition, refers to a body of knowledge, teachings, or practices that are deliberately concealed from the general public and are only accessible to a select group of individuals. This concept is prevalent in various religious, spiritual, and philosophical contexts, where certain teachings are reserved for initiates or those deemed ready to receive them. The term can be translated to Hebrew as מסורת סודית (Masoret Sodit). In other languages, it may be referred to as Tradición secreta in Spanish, Tradition secrète in French, and Geheime Tradition in German. Secret traditions often serve to preserve and protect sacred or powerful knowledge, ensuring that it is not misused or misunderstood by those not prepared to receive it. They can be found in various forms, such as oral teachings, ritual practices, or written texts that are only accessible to a chosen few. Examples of secret traditions can be seen in various mystical branches of religions, such as Kabbalah in Judaism, Sufism in Islam, and Hermeticism in Western esotericism.