What Alchemical Symbols REALLY mean

Alchemy was an area of study rich with symbols that were more than just signs. Alchemists used these symbols to encapsulate their unique blend of science, mysticism, and philosophy. They were also used as a universal language and a means to guard their secretive practices. Beyond their practical meanings, alchemy symbols held great symbolic representations. Here’s every major alchemy symbol you need to know. Read the article: Alchemical Symbols: https://symbolsage.com/alchemy-symbols-and-their-meanings/ Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 0:31 - Number 1: The Three Primes 2:01 - Number 2: Four Classical Elements 4:11 - Number 3: Seven Planetary Metals 6:18 - Number 4: The Mundane Elements 7:35 - Number 5: Symbols Representing Philosophical Concepts Related videos: https://youtu.be/SxPouwuC7iY?si=ykf3HQlrmbWv0JXU https://youtu.be/DFrLoxdvc38?si=y38ATOv8N89RR6U6 https://youtu.be/bKUFNcGxBgQ?si=WTFPTCOU3qIbJo_s Further reading: Secrets of Alchemy: https://sciencehistory.org/stories/magazine/the-secrets-of-alchemy/ Alchemy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alchemical_symbol Words and Works in the History of Alchemy https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.1086/660142 Three Primes: https://www.thoughtco.com/tria-prima-three-primes-of-alchemy-603699 Alchemy and the Four Elements: https://www.cabinet.ox.ac.uk/alchemy-four-elements-and-tria-prima Find Us On Social Media Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com.au/symbolsage Twitter: https://twitter.com/symbolsage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/symbolsage Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Symbol-Sage #alchemy #alchemicalsymbols #ancientsymbols #symbols #symbolism #meaning #threeprimes #planetarysymbols #philosopherstone #earth #air #water #fire #history #information #educational