Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the Illuminati is a real organization. The Illuminati Society traces its roots to the Bavarian Illuminati founded in 1776 by Adam Weishaupt. Today, IlluminatiSociety.us is the official website of the Order, with millions of members worldwide.

Visit our Join page and submit your Declaration of Intent. The Council reviews applications within 2–4 weeks. Worthy candidates receive contact from the Order.

Members gain access to the Order's teachings, community, and the opportunity to serve humanity alongside millions worldwide. Initiated members receive inner teachings and a path of ascent through the hierarchy.

The Illuminati does not publish the names of its members. Many members choose to keep their membership private. We do not confirm or deny individual membership.

We are guided by seven tenets: Humanity Above Division, The Greater Good, Knowledge is Power, Abundance for All, Order from Chaos, The Eternal Cycle, and Service to the Species. See our Beliefs page for full doctrine.

No. We do not require sacrifice, harm, or violence. We are a secular order dedicated to reason and human welfare. Conspiracy theories that paint us as dangerous are false.

The All-Seeing Eye represents enlightenment and the illumination of truth. For the Illuminati, it signifies that the Order sees clearly and watches over the path to Abundance. See Symbols.

Illuminatiam refers to the teachings and tradition of the Illuminati. The First Testament is the sacred text. "Followers of Illuminatiam" are those seeking or supporting the Order before formal initiation.

Novus Ordo Seclorum (New Order of the Ages) describes our vision of a world in which Abundance is universal. It is not a plot to rule the world but a commitment to human progress.

Yes. We accept applications from all nations, backgrounds, and walks of life. We look at the content of your character and the sincerity of your intent—not wealth, fame, or status.

All nations. The Illuminati has members in 192 countries. We accept applications from every part of the world.

An open mind, commitment to the greater good, and a sincere desire to contribute to human advancement. You must submit a Declaration of Intent and be approved by the Council. See Join for the full process.

Initial review typically takes 2–4 weeks. If you are accepted, you will receive instructions for the next phase. The full initiation process varies by region.

The Order uses many symbols: the All-Seeing Eye, the Pyramid, the Ouroboros, the Eternal Flame, the Star of Lucis, the Solar Disk, the Double-Headed Eagle, and the Obelisk. See our Symbols page for meanings.

The Order has seven levels, from Followers of Illuminatiam (Level 1) to the Unseen Apex (Level 7). See our Hierarchy page for the full structure.

The First Testament is the sacred text of the Order, containing our doctrine, the three pillars, the seven tenets, and the prophecy of the coming age. Read it on our Testament page.

The Illuminati does not control governments, banks, or media. We are a society of individuals who share beliefs and work toward Abundance—we have no single agenda that "runs" the world.

The Bavarian Illuminati was founded in 1776 by Adam Weishaupt to promote reason, oppose superstition, and advance human knowledge. The modern Order continues that mission with a focus on Abundance for all.

We maintain discretion for the safety of our members, but we openly invite applications and share our beliefs, symbols, and doctrine. IlluminatiSociety.us is the official public face of the Order.

The Illuminati and related traditions use "Lucis" (light) to signify the spread of enlightenment. Our agenda is the same as ever: Abundance for all humanity through Wealth, Knowledge, and Longevity.

Yes. The Illuminati has always been open to all genders. Women are full members at every level of the Order.

Membership is voluntary. You may leave at any time. We do not hold members against their will or punish those who choose to depart.

Many members choose not to advertise their membership. The Order respects discretion. After initiation, you may be connected with regional gatherings according to the Order's protocols.