The Golden Calf, Which the World Adores, and Desires by Johann Friedrich Helvetius
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"The Golden Calf, Which the World Adores, and Desires" by Johann Friedrich Helvetius is a philosophical work written in the mid-17th century that delves into the mystical realm of alchemy and the pursuit of the Philosopher's Stone—a substance believed to have the ability to transmute base metals into gold. The book not only explores alchemical secrets but also engages in a dialogue between the author, a physician, and Elias the Artist, who
imparts knowledge about the transformative properties of metals and the potent spiritual and medicinal qualities attributed to alchemical practice. At the start of the work, the narrative sets a tone of wonder and inquiry as Helvetius recounts a profound meeting with Elias the Artist, who introduces him to the possibility of metal transmutation. Helvetius expresses skepticism yet fascination, questioning the nature of the Philosopher's Stone and the implications of metal transformation. The dialogue reveals Helvetius’s desire to understand the deeper mysteries of alchemy, exploring themes of knowledge, belief, and divine providence. As they discuss the potential for curing diseases and transforming materials, readers are invited into a rich tapestry of philosophical speculation and the allure of alchemical secrets held tightly by those deemed worthy of such knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Helvetius, Johann Friedrich, -1709 |
|---|---|
| Uniform Title | Vitulus aureus, quem mundus adorat & orat. English |
| Title |
The Golden Calf, Which the World Adores, and Desires In Which Is Handled the Most Rare and Incomparable Wonder of Nature, in Transmuting Metals; viz. How the Intire Substance of Lead, Was in One Moment Transmuted in Gold-Obrizon, with an Exceeding Small Particle of the True Philosophick Stone |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Julian Rosalie |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QD: Science: Chemistry |
| Subject | Alchemy |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14641 |
| Release Date | Jan 9, 2005 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 464 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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