Harmony or Consensus of the Chemical Philosophers

DEDICATORY EPISTLE

...and gave the clay original: "lutum." This concludes the anecdote from the previous page, likely referring to how a ruler treated a humble gift—like muddy water or a common vegetable—as if it were a royal treasure. to his people as something precious original: "ὡς τίμιον." and to be preserved. Therefore, receive our Harmony The title of the author's work, the Harmonia Chimica (Chemical Harmony), first published in 1611., offered as a favorable omen for this new year, with a fair and grateful spirit, and continue to hold me, your most devoted servant, in your affection.

From our study original: "e Museo nostro." In the 17th century, a "museum" was not a public building but a scholar's private library or workplace dedicated to the Muses. in Paris original: "Lutetiæ." The Latin name for the city of Paris., on the Kalends of January January 1st., in the year of restored salvation 1611.