Theophrastus Paracelsus

The Volume Beyond Wonders and The Work Beyond Wonders

original: "Volumen Paramirum und Opus Paramirum". These are two of the most significant medical-philosophical treatises by Paracelsus. The term Paramirum (derived from the Greek 'para'—beyond—and Latin 'mirum'—wonder) refers to his theory of the five hidden causes of disease that exist beyond the mere physical symptoms known to traditional medicine.

Edited, introduced,

and with notes by

Dr. Franz Strunz

Franz Strunz (1875–1953) was an influential Austrian historian of science and a pioneer in the modern study of Paracelsus, helping to reframe him as a serious philosopher and scientist rather than just a folk hero or magician.

Published by Eugen Diederichs in Jena, 1904

Eugen Diederichs was a renowned German publisher famous for high-quality editions of mystical, philosophical, and esoteric works, often featuring distinctive typography and occult symbolism like the emblem seen on the previous page.

The City of Paracelsus

Salzburg

original: "Der Paracelsus-Stadt Salzburg". Paracelsus was deeply connected to Salzburg, having sought refuge there under the protection of the Prince-Archbishop late in his life. He died in the city in 1541, and his tomb remains a site of pilgrimage in the St. Sebastian Cemetery.