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  New Voynich theory: a symbolic operator system?
Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 09-12-2025, 01:52 PM - Forum: Alchemical symbolism and imagery - No Replies

"My main premise is that the Voynich is not a ciphered natural language or random nonsense. Instead, it functions as a symbolic operator system — a structured framework of actions and processes, encoded in both glyphs and imagery. Rather than treating the text as phonetic writing, I approach it as a grammar of symbolic functions (operators). This means the glyphs are not “letters” in the traditional sense, but instructions that align with alchemical, cosmological, and Hermetic tradition."

https://www.voynich.ninja/thread-4924-po...l#pid70841

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  New Imprint: Learn Alchemical
Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 09-12-2025, 01:47 PM - Forum: Reviews and book notices - No Replies

"Learn Alchemical is a publishing imprint and author brand dedicated to exploring the esoteric, mystical, and hidden histories of humanity. Specializing in works on ancient civilizations, lost knowledge, alchemy, and mythological traditions, Learn Alchemical blends meticulous research with compelling storytelling. The brand seeks to illuminate forgotten wisdom and challenge conventional narratives, offering readers a gateway into the mysteries that shaped our past and continue to influence our present. From in-depth studies of Mesopotamian deities and the Anunnaki to explorations of sacred geometry and ancient technologies, Learn Alchemical’s publications appeal to scholars, mystery enthusiasts, and curious minds alike. With a reputation for precision, depth, and narrative flair, the imprint has become a trusted source for uncovering the hidden threads of human history."

https://www.google.je/search?tbo=p&tbm=b...hemical%22

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  Video: David Brafman on Alchemy
Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 09-12-2025, 01:45 PM - Forum: Articles on alchemy - No Replies

"Now recognized as the ancestor of modern chemistry, alchemy is a mysterious and often misunderstood blend of science, philosophy, and spirituality. Alchemists were notorious for making artificial gold, but their impact extended far beyond their desire for noble metals. David Brafman, associate curator of rare books and curator of "The Art of Alchemy" at the Getty Research Institute, discusses how this medieval magic has had an enduring influence on scientific and artistic culture."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SBQyN4z-ho

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  The Alchemy of Baldness
Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 09-12-2025, 01:42 PM - Forum: Articles on alchemy - No Replies

"I have been leaning on the wisdom of the ancient natural philosophers for my understanding of MPB (Male Pattern Baldness) because 
(1) I tried the science crap and it didn't work, and (2) it's way more interesting."

https://hairlossalchemy.com/

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  The Orion Codex
Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 09-12-2025, 01:38 PM - Forum: Alchemy texts - No Replies

Rare Arabic-Syriac-Coptic manuscript (8th-9th c.) with astronomical diagrams and esoteric symbols.

https://orioncodex.online/

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  Rasa: the Fluid Essence of Indian Thought
Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 09-12-2025, 01:35 PM - Forum: Articles on alchemy - No Replies

By Alejandro Martinez Gallardo Redo

The term "rasa" has one of the most complex and nuanced semantic fields in the whole of Sanskrit literature. The meaning of rasa varies in the context of Vedic sacrifice, Indian alchemy. Āyurveda, aesthetic theory, religious devotionalism or Tantric ritual. In this paper I trace the evolution of the term, focusing on its etymology and on its different usages among different schools of thought. As David Gordon White observed "rasa was and remains the ‘fluid essence’ of Indian thought.”

https://www.academia.edu/143575569/Rasa_...ious_Bliss

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  Google Arts & Culture: Venice embraces alchemy
Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 09-12-2025, 01:25 PM - Forum: Articles on alchemy - No Replies

"In the 16th century, Venice began to be seen as a magical city, capable of captivating intellectuals from all over Europe, just as Prague would later do. However, Venice was primarily the beating heart of the typographic arts and a place of surprising cultural tolerance. Books exploring hermetic doctrines, Kabbalah, and alchemical practices – often viewed with suspicion by ecclesiastical authorities – were published here."

https://artsandculture.google.com/story/...qvcA?hl=en

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  Goethe the Alchemist by Ronald Gray
Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 09-12-2025, 01:19 PM - Forum: Reviews and book notices - No Replies

"In his autobiography, Goethe half-apologetically admits the youthful enthusiasm he experienced for alchemical and mystical readings: Georg von Welling's obscure Opus Mago-Cabbalisticum et Theosophicum and the anonymously published Aurea Catena Homeri, as well as works by Paracelsus, Basilis Valentinus and van Helmont. Originally published in 1952, this study shows how the symbols and concepts of alchemy played a key role in the genesis of Goethe's later works, both scientific and literary."

Another dodgy pdf site. Download at your own risk.

https://ru.z-lib.fm/book/1112327/b5f706/...=recommend

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  1001 Cures: Muslim contributions to medicine
Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 09-12-2025, 01:05 PM - Forum: Reviews and book notices - No Replies

"Medicine and allied sciences flourished in the medieval Islamic world. 1001 Cures: Contributions in Medicine and Healthcare from Muslim Civilisation tells the fascinating story of how generations of physicians from different countries and creeds created a medical tradition admired by friend and foe. It influences the fates and fortunes of countless human beings, both East and West."

https://www.1001cures.net/the-book

Extract:

https://muslimheritage.com/the-new-chemical-medicine/

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  Uzbek Suzani
Posted by: Paul Ferguson - 09-12-2025, 12:49 PM - Forum: Alchemical symbolism and imagery - No Replies

"The patterns in suzani are not mere decoration. Red tulips, for example, symbolize protection against evil forces, while repetitive circles allude to ancient amulets against the evil eye. Thus, someone who knows the “grammar” of ornaments can “read” them. Uzbek motifs are often compared with medieval or Renaissance European symbols. For instance, the swastika, representing the cycle of life, was popular in both Central Asian and Celtic cultures. Harvard University researchers have even likened certain Uzbek designs to European alchemical symbols, showing humanity’s shared effort to express beliefs and hopes."

https://cisc.uz/en/news-item/575/

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