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| − | '''Alchemy''' is a precursor to [[chemistry]]. | + | '''Alchemy''' is a precursor to [[chemistry]]. It is well known that the quest for the philosphers stone is as much a spirtual quest as it was scientific. Unbeknownst to alchemists at the time, gold is an [[element]], and therefore cannot be produced by combining any other elements. |
| + | === Symbolism of alchemy === | ||
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| + | The symbolism of alchemy is rich and employs many western and eastern traditions. Some of the important symbols of alchemy are Solomons seal, the hermaphrodite, and the four Elements of wind, fire, earth and, water. | ||
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Revision as of 22:27, April 29, 2008
Alchemy is a precursor to chemistry. It is well known that the quest for the philosphers stone is as much a spirtual quest as it was scientific. Unbeknownst to alchemists at the time, gold is an element, and therefore cannot be produced by combining any other elements.
Symbolism of alchemy
The symbolism of alchemy is rich and employs many western and eastern traditions. Some of the important symbols of alchemy are Solomons seal, the hermaphrodite, and the four Elements of wind, fire, earth and, water.