The meaning of the symbols in alchemic literature from the beginning of the XVII century

By Raimon Arola

"In this way, the word symbol became a very appropriate way of expressing its authors’ intentions: that of joining science with the spiritual life in its search for the renewal of Christianity."

https://www.academia.edu/1054166/The_mea...II_century

"The Godfather meets The Magicians in the sweeping adult debut from #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu. Perfect for fans of V.E. Schwab, Red City is a dark and deadly contemporary fantasy of magical warfare, star-crossed ambition, and the pursuit of perfection at any cost, set in a glittering alternate Los Angeles."

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/red-cit...1146842698

Pansophers.com is the "authoritative online resource...concerning the Rosicrucian path".


https://pansophers.com/category/alchemy/

"In response to the tragic displacement of people, loss of life in conflict zones, and ongoing threats to the cultural heritage of the Middle East through destruction, looting, and illicit trafficking, the Digital Library of the Middle East (DLME) has begun to federate Middle Eastern collections from around the world, creating a publicly accessible,  inter-operable digital library of cultural material."

https://clirdlf.github.io/dlme.clir.org/index.html

With search term "alchemy":

https://dlmenetwork.org/library/catalog?...&q=alchemy

"This bizarre story begins when “a penniless” Italian-born cleric by the name of John Damian de Falcuis, found his way to the city of Stirling in Scotland at the end of the 15th century. John was bereft of cash but loaded with charm, evident in that he was recorded as “attending the royal court of James IV of Scotland" at the beginning of the sixteenth century."

https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-...ent-009666

"Whilst the word ‘hermaphrodite’ is now understood to be a derogatory term, in this blog we use it in reference to classical, medieval and early modern sources. Indeed, as argued by Leah DeVun, in the European Middle Ages the term ‘hermaphrodite’ was not always associated to individuals.Instead, it was often used as an abstract analytical tool through which to explain the very nature of human identity. As such, the ‘alchemical hermaphrodite’ provides a powerful tool through which to explore how medieval scientists were thinking about sex and gender within the wider world."

https://historycollections.blogs.sas.ac....f-alchemy/

By Matteo Martelli and Maddalena Rumor

"The paper investigates the interplay between Near Eastern esoteric traditions and Graeco-Egyptian alchemy, focusing on the distinction between initiated and uninitiated knowledge in both cultures. It highlights ancient Babylonian and Greek philosophical concepts of secret knowledge, tracing their evolution from mystery cults to scholarly traditions and examining their implications for understanding alchemical practices. The work argues for significant parallels between ancient esoteric texts and emerging philosophical frameworks, providing insights into the transmission of knowledge across cultures." (AI-generated abstract).

https://www.academia.edu/6570789/_with_M...rints_2014

The Alchemical Laboratory in the Mirror of 16th and 17th Century Fine Art

by Ivo Purs

"During the first half of the 17th century, the depiction of the alchemist in the laboratory became one of the common themes in Dutch and Flemish genre painting. These depictions took different forms: some were satirical, while others showed the alchemist with some seriousness and were frequently surrounded by a melancholic atmosphere."

https://www.academia.edu/124739784/The_A...y_Fine_Art

"Step back into the mysterious world of medieval love potions — a time when alchemists whispered promises of passion in candlelit rooms, and hearts were as easily stirred as cauldrons. “The Love Potion Craze of the Middle Ages” is a 3-hour immersive history experience designed for relaxation and sleep. Let the soft crackle of fire sounds and gentle narration carry you through stories of secret elixirs, royal romances, and dangerous obsessions with desire. Learn how love potions shaped medieval science, superstition, and even tragedy — all while drifting peacefully into sleep. Perfect for lovers of history, mythology, and cozy nighttime listening."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7MfhUa474w

"Inspired by lost alchemical manuscripts, this immersive journey explores twelve sacred plants and their forgotten powers of healing, transformation, and inner awakening. A captivating fusion of knowledge and mystery — narrated with immersive AI voice, crafted for the soul."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOC7_GV89Co