Some of us think of it as a myth or merely a legend. Alchemists believed that this ancient stone holds the infinite power to grant immortality, ultimate knowledge and transforming less valuable metals into gold and silver. Some also believed that it could also cure illnesses and bringing the spirit back to prominence. It was thought to have been everywhere but unrecognizable and unappreciated. The unending search for this precious stone caused alchemists in the middle ages to 17th century to examine and elaborate the different substances they come in contact with. This action even led to the scientic studies of chemistry, metallurgy and
pharmacology. Less valuable metals such as iron, lead, copper and tin could be transformed into more valuable metals such as such as gold and silver by heating these materials into a glass called crucible or the case of Hermes or Philosopher's Egg. The change of colour was carefully observed because they signified certain behavioral changes and facts.
The colour black means that the metal is in transition for revitalization, white the colour meant for the transition to silver, and the colour red is the highest and most significant stage of transition; because it is the colour that signifies that the material is about to change into gold.
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Lloyd Napier's Philosophical Idealogy
No FicciónIf everyone develops a love for philosophy, their love affair with knowledge will never end in disappointment. The reason that I chose to write this book is because of the intention to express my knowledge and understanding that I have about philos...
