Twelve Keys - Basil Valentine - Bog

Twelve Keys by Basil Valentine is a book that explores the world of alchemy and the twelve keys that are necessary for anyone who wants to become an alchemist. The book is divided into twelve chapters, each of which focuses on one of the keys. The keys include the key of the philosophers, the key of the elements, the key of the planets, and the key of the metals. Throughout the book, Valentine provides detailed explanations of each key and how it relates to the practice of alchemy. He also includes practical exercises and experiments that readers can perform to deepen their understanding of the keys and to develop their own alchemical skills. In addition to the practical aspects of alchemy, Twelve Keys also delves into the philosophical and spiritual aspects of the practice. Valentine discusses the importance of inner transformation and the role that alchemy can play in helping individuals achieve this transformation. Overall, Twelve Keys is a comprehensive guide to the world of alchemy that is suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners. It provides readers with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of alchemy and encourages them to explore this fascinating and transformative field further.All flesh that is derived from the earth, must be decomposed and again reduced to earth; then the earthy salt produces a new generation by celestial resuscitation. For where there was not first earth, there can be no resurrection in our Magistery. For in earth is the balm of Nature, and the salt of the Sages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.