The author Arthur Edward Waite explores the initiation of a Mistress-Templar through the Palladian rite, which he describes as occurring in a Presbyterian Chapel. Waite suggests that the Presbyterian tradition is one of many paths that can ultimately lead to occult practices, specifically pointing towards Satanism. This provocative claim raises questions about the relationship between seemingly ordinary religious practices and more esoteric belief systems.

Waite’s examination highlights the blurred lines between mainstream religious structures and their potential connections to more extreme doctrines. By focusing on this initiation, he challenges readers to reconsider the affiliations of different faiths and their role in the broader context of devil worship, as articulated in his book "Devil-Worship in France or The Question of Lucifer." His work invites a critical look at how societal norms can intersect with hidden or marginalized spiritual practices.