Hermes Trismegistus's True Ancient Way of Nature

V Preface.

the most noble treasure of health and
wealth of this world, for which many
thousands have striven, but of which very
few have had the luck to obtain it.
This process Proceß In alchemical literature, the "Process" refers to the "Great Work" (Magnum Opus), the specific chemical and spiritual steps required to create the Philosopher's Stone or a universal panacea. is one of pure
nature—but also Note Well original: "NB." for "Nota Bene."
a tedious and laborious work;
therefore, for anyone who does
not have the most convenient opportunity
for it, or who is not free from the duties of
office and social standing The author suggests that the Work requires total devotion, which is impossible for those burdened by professional or public obligations., or who cannot
provide the necessary means, it is
not at all to be advised.

Nevertheless, no one should
despair of their fortune, but rather
ask God for the assistance of His
Holy Spirit in this, and alongside this, [seek] righteous, true philo- The word is interrupted by the page break; it likely continues as "philosophical" or "philosophers."