The Hermetic Philosopher, or Master Key

only the Theophrastian original: "Theophraftiſche." Refers to the works of Theophrastus von Hohenheim, better known as Paracelsus (1493–1541), a pioneer of the medical-chemical revolution. / but also the manuscripts of other highly experienced and excellent philosophers, which may be advantageous and beneficial to the human race / to oversee them and prepare them for print; Thus / in order to comply with the requests of these friends / I could not fail / to simultaneously make public here the aforementioned glorious authors / who genuinely describe the most universal general principle of the philosophers original: "Univerſale Generaliſſimum Philoſophorum." This refers to the "Great Work" or the Philosopher’s Stone, the ultimate goal of alchemy intended to perfect both matter and the soul.. Although these works do not comprise large volumes / they are nevertheless great and significant within the Hermetic Philosophy Hermetic Philosophy: A tradition based on the teachings of Hermes Trismegistus, emphasizing that the secrets of the universe can be discovered through the study of nature and chemical laboratory work.. In every respect, among these authors, Bernard Bernard of Trevisan (1406–1490), an Italian alchemist whose writings were highly regarded for their relative clarity compared to other cryptic texts. is clear and distinct; however / so that this treasure would not be disparaged original: "vilipendirt," from the Latin vilipendere, meaning to treat as worthless or to despise. by those who are unworthy / the