Herbs & alchemy: transmutation, longevity and other secrets
Alchemy is an ancient practice which, in many respects, can be seen as the ancestor of modern chemistry. However, and this is what we will see, this practice was much deeper than a simple modern science.
The art of alchemy has actually been passed down through the centuries, emerging in Egypt and then passing through Greece, Rome and the Arab world, before arriving in Europe.
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Herbs & alchemy: transmutation, longevity and other secrets
Alchemy is an ancient practice which, in many respects, can be seen as the ancestor of modern chemistry. However, and this is what we will see, this practice was much deeper than a simple modern science.
The art of alchemy has actually been passed down through the centuries, emerging in Egypt and then passing through Greece, Rome and the Arab world, before arriving in Europe.
The term alchemy itself is derived from the Arabic word al-kimiyya, which refers to the esoteric schools of the ancient Egyptians. (kimiyya = kemites = name given to the Egyptians)
In short, based on these traditions, alchemy worked on esoteric things such as the search for the philosopher's stone (a substance which could transmute metals into gold), or even the elixir of life (which would give immortality ).
Some will understand that these quests are very serious. If you are one of them, you will enjoy discovering the part of our site dedicated to witchcraft and the occult arts.
Others will find all this far-fetched.
In fact, the idea that must be retained here is that of the transmutation of one substance into another.
The heart of alchemy is indeed more spiritual than physical: this age-old esoteric doctrine allows a personal transformation, a sort of purification aimed at making us purer and more just individuals.
Today, although there remains much debate among scholars, most will agree that alchemy (as practiced in ancient times) was the source of most esoteric traditions, occult groups, and secret societies.
