Monday, 17 June 2019

The Inspiration For Alchemy Jewelry

By Andrew Watson


In the 1st century, a branch of philosophy known has Alchemy gave birth to more than a few new products and ideas. In one case, Alchemy Jewelry with different designs which are meant to help balance body, mind, spirit. As such, the jewelry is very popular among New Age Spiritualists and Neo-Pagans.

The practice also being one of proto-scientific culture originated in the early 1st century. Alchemists since that time have continued to mature, perfect and purify different metals and other materials. Early on, most alchemists worked to turn lightweight metals into heavier ones such as gold, silver and uranium. Whereas, these individuals were also key in creating a tonic which promoted immortal or everlasting life.

In English, the term is often reduced to descriptions of that of the Europeans. Although, similar practices also existed in the Far East, the Muslim world and the Indian subcontinent. Whereas, in Europe the practice followed the 12th century Renaissance when alchemists played an integral role in early scientific aspirations.

Most of the alchemists of that time created a basic structure which most used as a lab in order to work on basic techniques, experiments and theories. In most cases, objects created during that time still gave way to the belief in antiquity and confirmed the four elements as being rather magical in nature. In fact, many of the objects created included messages and symbols which were either cypher or cryptic.

Discussing the practice in the present world is generally split into an examination of esoteric spiritual aspects and practical esoteric applications. For, despite the arguments of scholars whom believe the aspects need be understood as contemporary, esoteric spirituality and applications are still being pursued by historians of the early scientific community. Most often, by individuals who examined these aspects with regards to charlatanism, medicine and early chemistry and the religious and philosophical contexts in which the events occurred.

Spiritual and esoteric applications have also had a huge impact on literature and art. For example, von Franz, a French philosopher believes the split between the two practices dates all the way back to Western traditions. For, several credible sources have suggested the practices had become integrated prior to that time.

While magic remains at the forefront of the practice, recent research into alchemic history has revealed that early modern and medieval alchemic practices embraced a much larger set of ideas, practices, techniques and goals. While readers are most likely aware of the practice and claims of an association to magic, these individuals often see the practice as somewhat deceptive. At the same time, it appears that magic would have been necessary when it comes to changing the state of different materials and metals.

Newer ideas related to the practice began to emerge in the 18th century and have now evolved even further. So, while some aspects of the practice may have no proof of validity, others have not been able to prove otherwise. As such, whether interested in alchemy, magic, mysticism or philosophy, all can be interesting topics in which most often one can be seen as a counterpart to another.




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