 Those adherent to the Ascended Master Teachings believe in the existence of the Maitreya; however, they believe that although he encouraged the mission of Jesus, he did not actually overshadow Jesus.Theosophists and those adherent to the "Ascended Master Teachings" alike believe that the Master Jesus underwent the fourth level of initiation (the "crucifixion") at his crucifixion in Jerusalem.According to Alice A. Bailey, for most people at the fourth initiation the crucifixion is symbolic as a severe life test of renunciation, but for Jesus it was literal.