"The magical tradition affirms that the universe is one, and that no part of that universe is in essence separate from any other part." - W.E.Butler, "Magic: Its Ritual, Power and Purpose"

Alchemy is usually linked with the pursuit to transform base metals, such as lead, to gold. Some feel that alchemists actually pursued spiritual transformation; the chemical procedures were meditative focal points for the projection of the unconscious. The term alchemy derives from the Arabic alkimya, which translates as "black stuff" (alternately interpreted as the rich mud of the Nile and as the black powder produced from mercury in metal processing techniques employed in ancient Egypt). Many of the secrets of alchemy, both the scientific and hermetic-magical, has its roots in Egypt. Thebody of work known as the Corpus Hermeticum was

During the workshop, formal instruction in basic and advanced techniques of spagyrics will be offered. Spagyrics (spa-gîr-iks) is a Greek word meaning to separate and recombine. Spagyrics was the basis of Paracelsus’ work, and he is often considered its father. The spagyric process is a three-fold process of separation, purification, and cohobation (reunion of the purified parts). During the process, the essences of the substance are exposed and reborn under planetary influences. The spagyric product is considered to be at a higher level of potency able to effect not only the physical body but also the underlying or spiritual cause of disease.

In the class this art will be performed upon the plant kingdom for the formation of a spagyric plant tincture for its healing and initiatory powers

This seminar teaches laboratory techniques and methods of alchemical experimentation. You will actually perform experiments that demonstrate all the basic operations of spagyrics. You will also learn how to create your own tinctures, oils, and elixirs charged with the energy of transformation and healing.

The class covers two forms of Alchemy, the first is the egyption art of spagyria which can be carried out with minimum investment of equipment, the second involves a more modern approach using modern alchemy equipment.
The workshop will be 2 full days, and include handouts, 2 large Alchemy Labs avaliable, detailed instuction and hands on experiments. You will be indepthly involved in every stage of the alchemical process from start to finish. You will leave this workshop with a solid foundation in Alchemical language, process, and technique. This workshop will lead even the beginner or novice to an understanding in Alchemical arts in which you can begin practicing and further research on your own.