Begin your Journey in Ophidism

Joining The Ophidian Synodus is a formal process of spiritual and intellectual commitment.

The Synodus is founded on the principles of Discipline, Order (Taxis), and Devotion, and the path to membership is structured to ensure that every applicant is prepared for the profound responsibility of this path (Becoming).

The journey into The Ophidian Synodus is a path of disciplined, voluntary ascent—a testament to the individual Will. We do not engage in proselytism; rather, we offer the Taxis to those who actively seek its structure and are prepared to dedicate themselves to the Gnōsis. The formal process of application comprises two periods of mutual observation and culminates in the sacred vow of the Novitiate.

1. The Postulant: The First Act of Will

The process is initiated when the seeker submits their formal declaration of Will to the Synodus. This act grants the status of Postulant. This is a necessary period of mutual observation, designed to ensure the candidate's resolve and the Synodus' assessment of their potential suitability.

The Postulant remains an external seeker during this initial phase. They are permitted to attend public liturgies and gatherings but hold no official status within the Synodus. This period lasts for a minimum of eleven (11) days following the submission of the application, serving as a solemn and immediate confirmation of the Postulant's intention.

2. The Auditor: Observation and Didaskalia

Upon successful completion of the Postulant phase, the seeker may be granted conditional admission and the status of Auditor. The Auditor is formally admitted to audire (listen and observe) the foundational teachings and liturgical discussions.

During this phase, which lasts for a minimum of one (1) month, the Auditor is invited to engage with the core intellectual life of the Synodus—attending free foundational lessons, doctrinal discourses, and introductory practices. This entire period is dedicated to deep introspection, allowing the Auditor to make an informed final decision before the irreversible act of the Vow. Acceptance into the Novitiate following this phase is strictly discretionary and depends entirely on the Administration of the Synodus.

Begin Your Journey

If you are prepared for the profound challenge of Ophidism and the disciplined commitment for the Serpent, we invite you to take the first step.

➡️ Initiate the Change: Submit Your Application