A crossword exploring key medieval alchemy symbols and their mystical significance.
Mystical Elements of Medieval Alchemy
Unravel the symbolic language of medieval alchemy with key elemental and mystical icons used by ancient alchemists.
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- 1. Apparatus used for distillation in alchemical processes
- 2. Base metal representing ignorance or the starting point of transformation
- 3. Stands for body or physical matter, often symbolized by a circle with a line
- 4. Celestial symbols often referenced in alchemical illustrations
- 5. Descriptor for the legendary stone sought by alchemists
- 8. Represents spirit and fluidity, often depicted by a caduceus
- 11. A famous alchemical motto referring to 'Visita Interiora Terrae Rectificando Invenies Occultum Lapidem'
- 14. Latin word for 'work,' referring to alchemical process stages
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- 6. Latin for water, vital element in alchemical symbolism
- 7. Ultimate goal of alchemists, symbolizing perfection and immortality
- 9. The fifth element beyond earth, air, fire, and water
- 10. Metal symbolized by the wolf, associated with transformation
- 12. Symbol of rebirth and cyclical transformation
- 13. Container used to heat substances during alchemical experiments
- 15. Symbolizes soul or fiery essence in alchemy
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