Many have said of Alchemy, that it is for the making of gold and silver. For me such is not the aim, but to consider only what virtue and power may lie in medicines.
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"Many have said of Alchemy, that it is for the making of gold and silver. For me such is not the aim, but to consider only what virtue and power may lie in medicines." — Paracelsus
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Many have said of Alchemy, that it is for the making of gold and silver. For me such is not the aim, but to consider only what virtue and power may lie in medicines. — Paracelsus
About Paracelsus
Paracelsus was a Scientist from Switzerland (1493–1541).
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This quote is attributed to Paracelsus, a Scientist from Switzerland.
When did Paracelsus live?
Paracelsus lived from 1493 – 1541.