To the Fraternity.

century of [gra]ce original: "gratiæ seculo" — completing the word from the previous page. This refers to a predicted Golden Age or era of divine favor., certain high, hidden
arts of Nature A term for alchemy and the hermetic sciences, which were believed to uncover the secrets of the natural world. will powerfully come
forth / flourish in such a way /
and in practice, according to the
special ordinance of the dear God /
will prove themselves with
miracles and unbelievable
signs / so that
not only the learned
Theosophists, Theologians, Physicians,
Chemists and Cabalists Practitioners of Kabbalah; here referring to Christian Cabala, which sought to find Christian truths within Jewish mystical traditions., but
also the unrefined original: "rudiores" — those without formal academic training. and common crafts-
men / together with the popu-
lace / and primarily / those who
are not greatly concerned with
money original: "qui pecuniarum non magnoperè sint curantes" — a sentiment common in Rosicrucian texts, suggesting that true wisdom is given to the humble and spiritually minded rather than those seeking profit., Isaiah 13. will
properly learn to under-
stand and operate [them] /
as has been long
prophesied and foretold
beforehand.