9 Secrets of the Real Illuminati You Are Not Meant to Know

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The name “Illuminati” is supposed to be associated with Bavarian Illuminati, a secret society that was active during the period of Enlightenment. The society was established back in 1776 on the 1st of May, and its objectives were to fight against the powerful influence of religion, superstition, political conservatism and exploitation of the power of authority.

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The word “Illuminati” comes from Latin, and its meaning is “enlightened,” suggesting that the members of this secret society were more educated and informed than other people. The society operated in ultimate secrecy and not everyone was able to join whenever they found it convenient.

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The founder of the society was Professor Adam Weishaupt, who used to teach at Ingolstadt University. The structure of Freemasonry was used as the basis of the society. As the University was against Protestantism and everything that was too liberal, the professor wanted to establish a secret society whose members would devote themselves to promoting Enlightenment ideals.

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When both the Bavarian authorities and the Catholic Church realized what influence the Illuminati might possibly have, Karl Theodor, who ruled Germany at the time, created a new law in 1785 which proclaimed the organization illegal. In addition, all their documents were seized, which forced the Illuminati to operate in even greater secrecy.

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The Illuminati were divided into three classes back in 1782, which further defined their order. Class I was referred to as “The Nursery,” and its members were “Illuminatus minor,” “the Minerval,” and “the Noviciate.” Class II was called “The Masonic Grades,” and it had three subclasses: “Companion,” “Apprentice,” and “Master.” Lastly, Class III was called “The Mysteries,” the higher of which involved the “King” and “Mage” whereas the lower involved the “Prince” and “Priest.”