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and have attained the desired end, you should, after the manner of the Philosophers This refers to the "Hermetic" tradition of keeping alchemical secrets hidden from the uninitiated or "unworthy.", conceal all things from those who are strangers to this art, and give thanks to God, Thrice Best and Greatest original: Deo ter Optimo Maximo; a common Renaissance dedication to the divine, emphasizing God's supreme nature, for this blessing. Farewell. Cologne, the 8th

day before the Kalends of March, in the Year since

the birth of Christ. 1,000.

566.

A diamond-shaped woodcut ornament (fleuron) featuring symmetrical scrolling foliage and floral motifs.