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OUROBOROS

Ouroboros (uroboros) Ancient symbol of a Serpent biting its tail, forming a circle. The name ouroboros comes from the Greek terms oura, meaning “tail,” and boros, meaning “devourer.” The “tail-devourer” represents the
2 July 2018

Telesma

Telesma: The Vital Force in Alchemical and Mystical Traditions **Introduction** Telesma, a term derived from ancient mystical traditions, represents a vital force or spiritual energy that is believed to pervade all things. It is a concept deeply rooted in alchemy,
26 September 2017

Tria Prima

Category: Alchemy • Hermetic Philosophy • Paracelsian Doctrine The Tria Prima, or Three Primes, are the

CINNABAR

Also known as: Dragon’s Blood, Vermilion, Red Sulphide of Mercury Category: Alchemy • Magical Substances •

What is Alchemy

Alchemy is the ancient art of transmutation, and the precursor of modern chemistry and metallurgy. Alchemy is more than 2,000 years old. The word alchemy is derived from the Arabic word alkimia.
25 July 2017

ALEMBIC

Category: Alchemy • Tools & Symbols • Hermetic Science The alembic is one of the most iconic and essential instruments of alchemy, symbolising both the literal process of purification and the spiritual
25 July 2017

Alkahest

Alkahest is a term coined by Paracelsus for a mysterious “universal solvent” in alchemical transmutation. Alkahest also is known as the Elixir and “the water which does not wet the hands.” The
25 July 2017

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