Content
The library of old books on spagyric medicine is a treasure trove of knowledge, spanning from the 17th century to the present day. It includes rare and elusive texts that delve into the principles and practices of spagyric medicine, alchemy, and natural healing.
Notable Texts
The Hermetic Museum: A collection of alchemical texts from the 17th century, providing detailed instructions on the spagyric art and the philosopher's stone.
Corpus Paracelsisticum: Documents early modern natural philosophy and the teachings of Paracelsus. These texts and the contributions of key founders have shaped the field of spagyric medicine, providing a rich historical and practical foundation for modern practitioners.
Research and Publications: Spagyric publications include detailed descriptions of spagyric treatments, contributing to the scientific understanding and application of these natural therapies
Legacy: Soagyric work continues to be recognized and studied, with various items related to his contributions available at College
There are a few magazines and Journals online resources that cover spagyric medicine and related topics:
Extraction Magazine: This magazine covers various botanical extraction methods, including spagyric extraction. It provides insights into the process and its applications in modern herbalism and natural medicine.
The Journals: This online resource explores the medicinal power of spagyrics, offering articles on the history, techniques, and benefits of spagyric preparations
Collecting Old Spagyric Medicines Bottles
Collecting these medicines bottles can be a rewarding hobby for those interested in the history of medicine and alchemy. They can be found in our Antique College Library Old spagyric medicine bottles are fascinating artifacts that offer a glimpse into the history of natural medicine and alchemy. These bottles, often made of glass, were used to store spagyric preparations, which are herbal remedies created through alchemical processes.
Key Founders and Their Contributions
The concept of Rasayana, which is a branch of Ayurveda focused on rejuvenation and longevity, has roots in ancient Indian alchemy and medicine. One of the most notable figures associated with Rasayana, Nagarjunacharya. He was a prominent chemist and alchemist in ancient India who conducted experiments in his laboratory called "Rasashala" and authored the text "Rasaratanakaram," detailing alchemical transformations of metals
Charaka: An ancient Indian physician who is one of the principal contributors to Ayurveda. He is known for his work, the "Charaka Samhita," which is a foundational text of Ayurvedic medicine.
Dhanvantari: The Hindu god of medicine and an avatar of Lord Vishnu. He is considered the divine source of Ayurveda and is often depicted holding a pot of amrita (elixir of immortality).
These figures and texts have significantly shaped the practice and philosophy of Ayurveda, providing a rich historical and practical foundation for modern practitioners
Hippocrates of Cos
Hippocrates of Cos (ca. 460-370 BCE) was a pioneering figure in medicine, freeing illness from the stigma of divine punishment. He believed illness resulted from poor diet and unhealthy living habits. Hippocrates recommended gentle medicine and a wholesome regime based on clean water, good food, rest, and recreation. He used the pulse for diagnosis, recognized the link between cancer and mental state, and laid the foundations for endoscopy and hemorrhoid treatment. He viewed the body as having powerful recuperative abilities and believed in the homeopathic notion that "like cures like."
Hermes Trismegistus
Hermes Trismegistus, a composite of the Egyptian and Hellenistic gods, is a
central figure in alchemy. The Egyptian god Thoth, associated with the moon,
lawgiving, and writing, was believed to have played a part in creation. Thoth's
cult center was Hermopolis Magna, and he was seen as a type of Logos whose
voice could call things into being.
Galen of Pergamon
Galen (ca. 130-201 or 216) from Pergamon was a prominent physician of the
Roman Empire. A polymath who combined science with philosophy, he studied
medicine in Smyrna, Corinth, and Alexandria before becoming a physician in
Pergamon. He served as a surgeon to gladiators in Rome and was later recalled
by Marcus Aurelius, who called him the first among physicians.
Paracelsus (1493-1541): Often regarded as the father of spagyric medicine, Paracelsus reintroduced ancient alchemical practices to Europe and laid the foundation for modern chemistry. His work emphasized the separation and recombination of elements to create potent medicines.
Isaac Newton (1642 - 1727 AD); Isaac Newton, known for his
contributions to physics and mathematics, was also one of the last
well-known alchemists. He dedicated much of his time to alchemy and
was described as "the last of the magicians." Rediscovered documents
reveal that Newton's work on light and gravity was inspired by his
obsession with alchemy. Some even suggest that he may have
succeeded in transmuting lead into gold
Samuel Hahnemann (1755-1843): A German physician and chemist, Hahnemann developed homeopathy, which shares principles with spagyric medicine. His work focused on using minute doses of natural substances to promote healing.
Mattei (1809-1896): Mattei rediscovered and expanded upon Paracelsus's work, founding the medical system known as EH. He integrated spagyric principles with the laws of nature to create effective treatments.
Carl Friedrich Zimpel (1801-1879): Zimpel simplified the methods specified by Paracelsus for obtaining spagyric essences, creating the "Zimpel'sche healing system." His work made spagyric remedies more accessible and standardized, contributing significantly to the field.
Theodore Krauss: A follower of Count Mattei, Krauss further developed and scientifically expanded the system, ensuring its continued relevance and application.
Johannes Sonntag: A pharmacist who collaborated with Theodor Krauss, Sonntag played a crucial role in the development of the JSO-Komplex-Heilweise. Together, they established a comprehensive system of therapeutic knowledge that integrates spagyric and electro-homeopathic principles.
Dr. med Johannes Dingfelder (1867-1945) was a German physician known for his contributions to EH. He was born on February 20, 1867, in Lipprichhausen, Bavaria, Germany, and passed away on November 25, 19452.
Dingfelder studied medicine at the University of Erlangen and earned his doctorate in 1890. He practiced medicine in various locations, including Gnodstadt and Martinsheim, before eventually settling in Munich. He was a proponent of electro-homeopathy, a system of medicine developed by Mattei, which combines homeopathic principles with the concept of electrical energy derived from plant
Dr. Satya Paul: A renowned homeopath and author, Dr. Paul advanced the spagyric system by integrating it with modern scientific principles and founding the Law of Principles Similia, Complexes, Curantur