Alchemy is definitely art which aims to change impure metals into silver or gold utilizing the Philosopher Stone.
Alchemy - The goal of the Great Work of alchemy, known as the Art, is the "Philosopher Stone". The Philosopher Stone, Elixir of Life, Fountain of Youth, Ambrosia, Soma, Amrita, Nectar of Immortality,"What is it?", Manna. These are different names for the Philosopher Stone. The secret of the Philosopher Stone has been kept hidden for the past 12,000 years.
The Philosopher Stone in alchemy was viewed as a magical touchstone which will immediately perfect any substance or situation. The Philosopher Stone has been linked to the Salt of the World, the Astral Body, the Elixir, as well as Jesus Christ.
Alchemy - The Elixir, produced from the Philosopher Stone, has basically the same ability to perfect any substance. When used on our bodies, the Elixir cures diseases and restores youth. It's no surprise that alchemy is having a rebirth of sorts.
For some centuries, the Philosopher Stone was quite possibly the most sought-after goal in Western alchemy. The Philosopher Stone was the central symbol within the mystical terminology of alchemy. Efforts to uncover the Philosopher Stone were known as the Magnum Opus.
Throughout history the secret with the Philosopher Stone has been used by a a small number of to improve their lives 100's of years in perfect health, with access to unlimited wealth, among many other miraculous properties. Some kept the secret of the Philosopher Stone mainly because they understood that the time was not appropriate for the secrets to be free for all people, but most kept the secret of the Philosopher Stone from their own jealousy, ignorance, egotism and corruption.
The Philosopher Stone is thoughtto be in two forms; (1) the White Philosopher Stone is capable of healing most illnesses and turning base metals into Silver and (2) the Red Philosopher Stone is capable of healing all illnesses, restoring youth and turning all base metals to Gold
Is the Philosopher Stone Real or Legend? Nicholas Flamel is the best known figure in history thought to have successfully come up with the Philosopher Stone and he is documented so there does exist historical evidence that some how he went from poverty to riches.