"Ancient Sanskrit texts like the Rasaratna Samuccaya describe in detail the purification of mercury through 8 stages, allegedly producing compounds that could heal, regenerate tissue, and extend human lifespan for centuries. Archaeological evidence reveals advanced laboratories, complex apparatus, and chemical residues still puzzling modern scientists. Emperor Chandragupta II reportedly lived into his 80s – a rare phenomenon in ancient times – alongside court physicians renowned for their unusual longevity. But what if the alchemists succeeded? Could they have gone underground, transmitting their knowledge into medieval European alchemy, Islamic medicine, and even modern science?"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtN3NHFZ7P4

"Inspired by classics such as King's Field and Amnesia: The Dark Descent, Caput Mortum beckons players deep beneath an abandoned 16th-century alchemist’s tower in the French countryside. Players must keep their wits about them and master devilishly unique controls as they uncover horrors beyond death and piece together forbidden knowledge."

https://www.gamespress.com/Caput-Mortum-...efines-Old-

"A Zawgyi (Burmese: ဇော်ဂျီ) is a semi-immortal human alchemist and mystic with supernatural powers, often depicted with a magic wand and a red hat. Zawgyi is one of the prominent supernatural figures in Burmese mythology and folklore."

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zawgyi_(alchemist)

"I am interested in the work of C.G. Jung both alchemy and psychotherapy, a process of transformation from primordial being to higher Self. I like to engage in experiential learning inspired by courses in psychology, philosophy, mythology, religion, and culture, which deepen ones ability to link archetypal, alchemical and dreamwork themes. Most of all to answer a call that has beckoned me for some time.School of Alchemy aim is to participate in our own unfoldment. It is our sacred duty to develop and cultivate one's Self by living an observed life to answer the question who am I, why am I here, and what is my role in this world. Thank you for visiting, and consider subscribing if you are into the same thing!"

https://www.youtube.com/@SchoolOfAlchemy/featured

"Fulminating gold – the name comes from the older meaning of “fulminate”, viz, “explode” – was the first high explosive ever discovered. The earliest reference to its creation comes from 1585, in a book by the German alchemist Sebald Schwaerzer, and it’s been popular ever since with just about everybody – from academic chemists to popular YouTubers."

https://www.iflscience.com/400-year-old-...dJT29kPkxw

"The essay explores the complex relationship between the modern interpretations of alchemy and the cultural symbol of the alchemist, particularly through the lens of influential figures such as Francis Bacon. It discusses how Bacon's views, while critical of traditional alchemy, were deeply influenced by its symbols of power and knowledge. Furthermore, the essay contrasts the 'alchemy of man' with the 'alchemy of God,' delving into the moral and spiritual implications of pursuing autonomous human power in modernity, underscoring the enduring ambiguity associated with the figure of the alchemist in contemporary thought."

By Eugene Webb

https://www.academia.edu/5392518/The_Alc...rn_Thought

"This presentation seeks to argue that alchemy should not only be acknowledged within the framework of materialist philosophy but also integrated into it, being capable of occupying a legitimate place within this intellectual tradition rather than being excluded for its presumably mystical elements. By examining the history of alchemy through 1) its certain philosophical assumptions, 2) its proximity to scientific methodology, and 3) its practical commercial applications, I aim to demonstrate that alchemy deserves a rightful position in the history of materialist tradition, a tradition that methodologically ascribes to the rationalist force of explanatory coherence."

By Domas Junelis

https://www.academia.edu/130303498/Alche...e_commerce

The paper explores the interplay between the historical practice of alchemy and its psychological implications as articulated by Carl Jung. It asserts that alchemy, far from a mere precursor to chemistry, serves as a rich metaphor for personal transformation and spiritual enlightenment. Through an analysis of the novel 'The Alchemist,' the author highlights the postmodern reinterpretation of esoteric knowledge and the significance of the collective unconscious in shaping individual experiences of self-realization.

By Niklas Holmen Bertelsen

https://www.academia.edu/38137871/The_Po...hemist_pdf

Title:
    Alchemical and humanistic miscellany
Contributor:
    Arnaldus, de Villanova, -1311.
    Cicero, Marcus Tullius.
    Johannes, de Rupescissa, approximately 1300-approximately 1365.
    Obrist, Johannes.
    Petrarca, Francesco, 1304-1374.
    Vergerio, Pietro Paolo, 1370-1444.
Published / Created:
    [ca. 1475]
Publication Place:
    North Italy (?) 


https://collections.library.yale.edu/catalog/2005488

This is a silent video of over 500 alchemical images for meditation without ads or or other interruptions. Each image runs 15 secs. screentime, but if you want it to appear longer, just hit the pause button. Of course, you can skip ahead with the fast forward button at any time. No descriptions are given. The idea is for you to search for the image's archetypal or or soulful meaning, which is hard to capture in words. As Carl Jung noted: "Spirit speaks in words; Soul speaks in images."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpeUvRj9MB8