Are the Illuminati connected to the occult?

Are the Illuminati connected to the occult?

Franklin Ruehl (Author - Anomalist) gives expert video advice on: What is 'The Illuminati'?; Are the Illuminati connected to the Freemasons?; What historical events have been credited to the Illuminati? and more...

The Illuminati, because of their very secret rituals, just as with the free masons, are thought to have a connection to the occult. But again, this is very difficult to prove. It's an intriguing possibility.