Basil Valentine Revived or the Shining Star of Alchemy

Preface.

Likewise the prophet DANIEL, Ch. II, v. 21, 22. He gives wisdom to the wise and understanding to the intelligent; he knows what lies in darkness, for with him is pure light. And ISAIAH, Ch. XLVIII, v. 17. I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is useful and leads you on the path that you walk.

The interpretation everyone can make for themselves, and after having invoked the necessary blessing of the highest Spagyrici Alchemist/Chemist (referring here to God), not out of improper greed, but out of a desire to explore nature and the indescribable omnipotence of God hidden within it; through which knowledge one will then love, praise, and honor the infinite Creator more.

Regarding the Theoria theory, D. HELVETIUS, a Dutchman, has written very excellently. He was initially a declared enemy of the art, and for that reason published two highly calumnious treatises against alchemy. But when