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TO THE MEN
Distinguished by the Splendor of their Lineage and Merits,
Illustrious in Glory,
Magnificent, Active, Most Noble, and Most Worshipful,
TO THE LORD PRAETOR, The Praetor (or Schultheiß) was the highest judicial official in the city, representing the Emperor's authority.
TO THE LORD CONSULS, The Consuls refers to the Burgomasters or Mayors who headed the city's executive council.
TO THE LORD SCABINI, The Scabini (or Schöffen) were the lay judges or aldermen who sat on the city court.
TO THE LORD SYNDICS AND SENATORS, The Syndics were legal counsel for the city, while Senators were members of the governing council.
Of the famous and very ancient Imperial Free City of Frankfurt, original: "Francofurtensis". Frankfurt was an "Imperial Free City," meaning it was a self-governing territory responsible only to the Holy Roman Emperor.
In the Practice of Affairs and the Prudence of Governing
Most highly praised,
My Lords and Patrons,
To be honored in the highest degree,
as well as to be respected,
Wishes these pages, such as they are, to be dedicated to them
Johann Michael Faust. Johann Michael Faust (1663–1707) was a physician in Frankfurt and the editor of this collection of alchemical works.
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