stackyFACTSLate 19th-century Paris was entirely overrun by wannabe wizards.
Late 19th-century Paris was entirely overrun by wannabe wizards. Gérard Encausse, who went by the magical alias Papus, founded the Martinist Order to supposedly teach the highest secrets of esoteric Christian mysticism. In reality, it was just a highly exclusive club where aristocrats, writers, and artists could wear ridiculous cloaks, give themselves grand titles, and aggressively network with each other. It was basically LinkedIn, but with heavy incense and tarot cards.
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