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Brother BASILIUS

VALENTINUS

of the Benedictine Order

Chemical Writings original: "Chymische Schrifften." In the early 18th century, "Chemical" (Chymische) was an umbrella term that included both practical metallurgy and the philosophical quest for the transmutation of metals (alchemy).

Third Part.

or:

ESCHENREUTER’S

Tradition original: "Tradition." In an alchemical context, this refers to the "transmission" of secret knowledge or the body of teachings passed down from a master to a student.

and

Also several other manuscripts original: "MS." (abbreviation for Manuskript). by Basilius,

which have never before been printed.

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