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Does anyone have any literature or information on the Philosopher's Stone?
Is it a precious jewel that has been hidden from the world, or the divine spark so few of us come to awaken.
It is known as a mythical compound, an elixir of sort with the ability to transmute base metals into gold symbolizing perfection at its finest.
What is your idea or definition of the Philosopher's stone seen and recognized from Jewish Tradition and Supported formally in the name of alchemy by the Hermitic Principles of Thoth or Hermes Trismegistus the incarnation of both Hermes and Thoth.
With this in my mind do you think the Philosopher stone is merely a mental achievement or status that supports the principle from the 7 hermetic that everything is mental. Or do you proceed to question the actual existence of this stone being an ancient archeologist jewel that has been found and/or hidden or something no man has ever seen or held.
There are different levels, variations, or colors that correspond to the Philosopher's stone each representing a different aspect of the stone, substance, and the transformative power inhabiting it.
1. Black ( Nigredo) - Nigredo or the "Blackening" phase symbolizes decay, death, and purification. Key aspects necessary to the transformation process, it is linked to the dark night of the soul, where the alchemist faces inner shadows and impurities that need to be transmuted. The black color represents the beginning of a new cycle, marked by dissolution of material or spiritual barriers.
2. White (Albedo) - Albedo the "Whitening" phase follows the black phase symbolizing the enlightenment and renewal from the alchemist facing and integrating those shadows and burning those that cannot live. The alchemist's inner state is purified, and the stone becomes a symbol of spiritual clarity. White represents the soul cleansing, as it transcends the initial darkness and is reborn into a state of higher consciousness and clarity.
3. Red (Rubedo) - Rubedo the "Reddening" phase is often considered the final stage in the alchemical process. It symbolizes the culmination of spiritual and material transformation, where the alchemist achieves wholeness or divine union. The red color is associated with passion and vitality, and the manifestation of the Philosopher's stone itself. It is also linked to the philosopher's attainment of immortality, or the perfect balance of spiritual and material essence. The red signifies the Completion of The Great Work and the manifestation of the Philosopher's Stone.
4. Gold (Aurum) - Aurum is the final product of the alchemical process and symbolizes the completion of transformation. The Philosopher's stone in its perfected state, is often depicted as gold but some may switch the color gold for the color red and vice versa but I see them as interchangeable depending on your perspective and your sources. Gold represents spiritual illumination, and again union with the divine. The Philosopher has transcended the physical realm and achieved enlightenment reigning at its highest order.
With all this being said what is the key for one too seek or reach the Philosopher's stone? First it depends if you see this item as something physical or mental, while most alchemist see the philosopher stone as nothing more than a mental achievement or realization there are few that see this stone as a physical stone resorting all the way back to ancient Mesopotamian and even seen in some eastern cultures in particular Hinduism. I particularly see it as some sort of divine spark, a realization we must uphold every day to achieve and tap into our true power but as most ancient text, practices, or cultures most of it is up to our own interpretation and subjected through our day-to-day experiences.
Is it a precious jewel that has been hidden from the world, or the divine spark so few of us come to awaken.
It is known as a mythical compound, an elixir of sort with the ability to transmute base metals into gold symbolizing perfection at its finest.
What is your idea or definition of the Philosopher's stone seen and recognized from Jewish Tradition and Supported formally in the name of alchemy by the Hermitic Principles of Thoth or Hermes Trismegistus the incarnation of both Hermes and Thoth.
With this in my mind do you think the Philosopher stone is merely a mental achievement or status that supports the principle from the 7 hermetic that everything is mental. Or do you proceed to question the actual existence of this stone being an ancient archeologist jewel that has been found and/or hidden or something no man has ever seen or held.
There are different levels, variations, or colors that correspond to the Philosopher's stone each representing a different aspect of the stone, substance, and the transformative power inhabiting it.
1. Black ( Nigredo) - Nigredo or the "Blackening" phase symbolizes decay, death, and purification. Key aspects necessary to the transformation process, it is linked to the dark night of the soul, where the alchemist faces inner shadows and impurities that need to be transmuted. The black color represents the beginning of a new cycle, marked by dissolution of material or spiritual barriers.
2. White (Albedo) - Albedo the "Whitening" phase follows the black phase symbolizing the enlightenment and renewal from the alchemist facing and integrating those shadows and burning those that cannot live. The alchemist's inner state is purified, and the stone becomes a symbol of spiritual clarity. White represents the soul cleansing, as it transcends the initial darkness and is reborn into a state of higher consciousness and clarity.
3. Red (Rubedo) - Rubedo the "Reddening" phase is often considered the final stage in the alchemical process. It symbolizes the culmination of spiritual and material transformation, where the alchemist achieves wholeness or divine union. The red color is associated with passion and vitality, and the manifestation of the Philosopher's stone itself. It is also linked to the philosopher's attainment of immortality, or the perfect balance of spiritual and material essence. The red signifies the Completion of The Great Work and the manifestation of the Philosopher's Stone.
4. Gold (Aurum) - Aurum is the final product of the alchemical process and symbolizes the completion of transformation. The Philosopher's stone in its perfected state, is often depicted as gold but some may switch the color gold for the color red and vice versa but I see them as interchangeable depending on your perspective and your sources. Gold represents spiritual illumination, and again union with the divine. The Philosopher has transcended the physical realm and achieved enlightenment reigning at its highest order.
With all this being said what is the key for one too seek or reach the Philosopher's stone? First it depends if you see this item as something physical or mental, while most alchemist see the philosopher stone as nothing more than a mental achievement or realization there are few that see this stone as a physical stone resorting all the way back to ancient Mesopotamian and even seen in some eastern cultures in particular Hinduism. I particularly see it as some sort of divine spark, a realization we must uphold every day to achieve and tap into our true power but as most ancient text, practices, or cultures most of it is up to our own interpretation and subjected through our day-to-day experiences.
