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Paracelsus (1493-1541)
Paracelsus (Theophrastus Philippus Aureolus Bombastus von Hohenheim) (1493-1541). Swiss physician, botanist, alchemist, astrologer, and general occultist. Engraving
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Alchemist Alchemy Astrologer Astrology Aureolus Botanist Hohenheim Occultist Paracelsus Philippus Phillip Physician Physicist Physics Renaissance Scientific Scientist Sixteenth Swiss Theophrastus Xvith Occultism
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Paracelsus, also known as Theophrastus Philippus Aureolus Bombastus von Hohenheim (1493-1541), was a Swiss physician, botanist, alchemist, astrologer, and general occultist. Born in Switzerland, Paracelsus is considered a seminal figure in the transition from medieval to modern science. His innovative ideas and unconventional methods challenged the established medical and scientific paradigms of his time. In this engraving, Paracelsus is depicted in the attire of a scholar, wearing a cap and holding a book in one hand and a wand in the other. The wand, a symbol of his alchemical and astrological practices, underscores his reputation as an occultist. Paracelsus is often credited with introducing the terms "alchemy" and "chemistry" into the Western scientific lexicon, and his work significantly influenced the development of both fields. Paracelsus' approach to medicine was holistic, emphasizing the importance of the environment, the individual patient, and the interconnectedness of all things. He rejected the humoral theory of Galen and Hippocrates, which dominated medical thought at the time, and instead focused on the use of minerals, metals, and other substances in the treatment of disease. Despite his groundbreaking contributions to science and medicine, Paracelsus' unorthodox methods and unconventional beliefs were not without controversy. He was often criticized by the medical establishment and faced opposition from the Church. Nevertheless, Paracelsus' ideas continued to influence the scientific and medical community long after his death, and his legacy as a pioneering figure in the modern age of science endures to this day.
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