Publisher's Synopsis
""The Life and the Doctrines of Philippus Theophrastus Bombast of Hohenheim Known as Paracelsus"" is a comprehensive biography of the famous Swiss physician and alchemist, Paracelsus. Written by Franz Hartmann, a German physician and occultist, the book provides a detailed account of Paracelsus' life, including his early years, education, and travels throughout Europe. It also delves into his contributions to medicine and alchemy, including his belief in the concept of the ""microcosm"" and ""macrocosm"" and his use of natural remedies in medical treatments. Additionally, the book explores Paracelsus' influence on the development of modern medicine and his impact on the occult and esoteric traditions. Overall, ""The Life and the Doctrines of Philippus Theophrastus Bombast of Hohenheim Known as Paracelsus"" is an insightful and informative read for anyone interested in the life and work of this influential figure in history.Extracted from His Rare and Extensive Works and from some Unpublished Manuscripts; �������Of those who have taught the secret doctrine's scientific aspect, there have been none more profound than Hermes Trismegistus, Pythagoras, and Paracelsus.������� �������Paracelsus threw pearls before the swine, and was scoffed at by the ignorant, his reputation was torn by the dogs of envy and hate, and he was treacherously killed by his enemies. But although his physical body returned to the elements out of which it was formed, his genius still lives, and as the eyes of the world become better opened to an understanding of spiritual truths, he appears like a sun on the mental horizon, whose light is destined to illuminate the world of mind and to penetrate deep into the hearts of the coming generation, to warm the soil out of which the science of the coming century will grow.������� Contents: The Life of Paracelsus; Explanations of Terms Used by Paracelsus; Cosmology; Anthropology, The Generation of Man; Pneumatology; Magic and Sorcery; Medicine; Alchemy and Astrology; Philosophy and Theosophy.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.
