“If we want to make a statement about a man's nature on the basis of his physiognomy, we must take everything into account; it is in his distress that a man is tested, for then his nature is revealed.”
Quote by Paracelsus
Work
Four Treatises Together with Selected Writings
This book is a compilation of four distinct treatises, each addressing different subjects, along with a selection of additional writings that further delve into the author's thoughts and perspectives. more
Author
Paracelsus
Paracelsus, born Philippus Aureolus Theophrastus Bombastus von Hohenheim, was a Swiss physician, alchemist, and astrologer. He is considered one of the pioneers of modern medicine and chemistry, having a profound impact on later generations. more
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