Tonics vs. Specifics : the Philosophy
A recent conversation with some friends in natural animal care led to a deeper discussion of the idea of tonic herbs, and to questions and thoughts on just what makes an herb tonic, and what that means in practical use. The discussion was about pet care, but it’s a relevant one to all herbalism, and [...]
The Art of Distillation : a new School Module
Our latest installment in the free members-only course is a collection of writings, slides, and information focused on the theme of the Art of Distillation, a foundation technique of Alchemy and Spagyrics with endless application in the work. The Art of Distillation is also the new Module we’ve added for the next session of the [...]
The Art of Distillation : Lab Work Photoessay
December 5, 2011 by Micah
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We’ve just posted a new installment in our free members-only course, with texts from us and a classical source, a lecture, slideshow, and other resources for deeper study, all exploring the Art of Distillation, which is also the new Module in the expanded curriculum for the next session of our School.
The Art of Distillation is [...]
Working Philosophically : Crystals in Nature and our Lab
October 28, 2011 by Micah
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Our new free members-only course continues to expand, with new writings by us and ancient authors, an audio lecture, slideshow, and more. In this installment, we are focusing on two themes: Qabalah and the Tree of Life, and the Alchemical and Spagyric idea of working philosophically.
Qabalah is a very sophisticated expression of the Hermetic axiom, [...]
Amber : New Spagyrics from Very Old Forests
We have long enjoyed working with the beautiful and powerful fossil resin, Amber. Our Baltic Amber was the first mineral Spagyric we created, over 15 years ago, and it remains a favourite of our customers.
Baltic Amber is protective and calming, creating a sphere of peaceful strength around you, regardless of the energies you move through [...]
Fall Sale : Medicinal Mushrooms (ended 12/4/11)
October 3, 2011 by Micah
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Note that this sale has expired; we’re leaving the post up so that the information about these Spagyrics is available. To see what’s currently on sale, click here.
As the lovely late summer weather gives way to fall’s cloudy skies, and the first few storms start to roll in off [...]
Shroomtastic : new Somalixir Formula for Immunity
Shroomtastic is our newest Somalixir formula, and was inspired by my own struggle with seasonal allergies. In my research, I discovered that several medicinal mushrooms have shown the ability to balance the immune system’s mode of operation in a way that can reduce allergies, and Paul’s genius at formulation created this formula to help me [...]
New Free Members-Only Course
As we finish one complete cycle of our School and prepare to welcome new students next Spring, we are also expanding our community education offerings, and have created a new course with free membership to anyone interested.
This course is part of our ongoing expansion of the School of Spagyric & Alchemical Arts, and will offer [...]
Maturing a Magistery : Lab Work Photoessay
September 28, 2011 by Micah
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In late September, our first session of students attended the Advanced Lab intensive, bringing them to the culmination of their 18-month plant Spagyric studies in our School of Spagyric & Alchemical Arts.
In the Basic Lab intensive, earlier this year, students learned the basics of Spagyric creation, practicing distillation, plant extraction and purification hands-on in our [...]
Guiding Wisdom
Guardian angel, higher self, spirit guide, still small voice- all of these concepts share the idea that a higher plane of wisdom exists, accessible from our daily sphere, but also greater than our everyday self and able to help with wisdom outside of our normal consciousness.
Hermetic traditions, of which Alchemy is one, are full of [...]
