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Magic and Alchemy

Magic and Alchemy. Magic?. Magic in Greco-Roman antiquity. Greek and Roman magic. Amulets Curse tablets Curse figurines Incantations Magical Handbooks Hymns. Oracles. Spells. What is Alchemy?. Alchemy is a quest for a means of transmuting base metals into a gold.

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Magic and Alchemy

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  1. Magic and Alchemy

  2. Magic?

  3. Magic in Greco-Roman antiquity

  4. Greek and Roman magic • Amulets • Curse tablets • Curse figurines • Incantations • Magical Handbooks • Hymns

  5. Oracles

  6. Spells

  7. What is Alchemy? • Alchemy is a quest for a means of transmuting base metals into a gold. • Alchemy is defined as a “Art” in Chinese, Indian and Greek literary texts.

  8. Elixirs • Elixir is a dry powder used for medicine and alchemical transmutation. • Elixirs are potions believed to have restorative and curative powers.

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