Iao

Iao, a name drawn from the divine name, is the second archon, ruling the sphere of Jupiter. In Gnostic thought the archons are jailers of the soul; the seeker learns their names in order to pass beyond them.

Uses

• Understanding what binds you
• Gnostic ascent meditation

Planet

Jupiter

Order

2 of 7, from the highest sphere

Source

Irenaeus, Against Heresies I.30; Origen, Against Celsus VI.31

Working with it

In meditation, picture the sphere of Jupiter as a gate. Name Iao, name what this sphere holds you with, and in your mind set it down and pass through.