Paracelsus Quotes

A collection of quotes by Paracelsus.

Paracelsus was a prominent figure in the field of medicine and alchemy during the Renaissance period. Born as Philippus Aureolus Theophrastus Bombastus von Hohenheim in Switzerland in 1493, he is more commonly known by his Latinized name, Paracelsus.

Paracelsus revolutionized the world of medicine by introducing new concepts and challenging the traditional medical practices of his time. He believed in the power of observation, experimentation, and the use of chemical remedies. Paracelsus advocated for a holistic approach to medicine, emphasizing the importance of treating both the physical and psychological aspects of the patient.

His extensive travels throughout Europe allowed him to gain knowledge from various cultures and traditions, ultimately enriching his understanding of medicine and alchemy. Apart from his medical pursuits, Paracelsus also contributed significantly to the field of chemistry, as he explored the properties and reactions of various substances.

Paracelsus' innovative ideas and unorthodox methods were met with resistance from the medical establishment of his time. Nevertheless, his teachings left a lasting impact on the development of medical practices and laid the foundation for modern medicine. Paracelsus passed away in 1541, leaving behind a legacy of scientific curiosity and a progressive approach to medicine.

Dreams must be heeded and accepted. For a great many of them

Dreams must be heeded and accepted. For a great many of them come true.

God, our Father, has given us the life and the art of healin

God, our Father, has given us the life and the art of healing to protect and maintain it.

Life Art

The art of healing comes from nature, not from the physician

The art of healing comes from nature, not from the physician. Therefore the physician must start from nature, with an open mind.

Art

From time immemorial artistic insights have been revealed to

From time immemorial artistic insights have been revealed to artists in their sleep and in dreams, so that at all times they ardently desired them.

Dreams

The interpretation of dreams is a great art.

The interpretation of dreams is a great art.

Dreams

However, anyone to whom this happens should not leave his ro

However, anyone to whom this happens should not leave his room upon awakening, should speak to no-one, but remain alone and sober until everything comes back to him, and he recalls the dream.

Alone

Dreams are not without meaning wherever thay may come from-f

Dreams are not without meaning wherever thay may come from-from fantasy, from the elements, or from other inspiration.

Dreams

Medicine is not only a science it is also an art. It does no

Medicine is not only a science it is also an art. It does not consist of compounding pills and plasters it deals with the very processes of life, which must be understood before they may be guided.

Art

Many have said of Alchemy, that it is for the making of gold

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.

Power

The dreams which reveal the supernatural are promises and me

The dreams which reveal the supernatural are promises and messages that God sends us directly: they are nothing but His angels, His ministering spirits , who usually appear to us when we are in a great predicament.

Dreams

Life is like music, it must be composed by ear, feeling and

Life is like music, it must be composed by ear, feeling and instinct, not by rule. Nevertheless one had better know the rules, for they sometimes guide in doubtful cases, though not often.

Music

Once a disease has entered the body, all parts which are hea

Once a disease has entered the body, all parts which are healthy must fight it: not one alone, but all. Because a disease might mean their common death. Nature knows this and Nature attacks the disease with whatever help she can muster.

Alone