Everything about Internal Alchemy totally explained
Internal alchemy, also called
spiritual alchemy, (內丹術 - nèi dān shù
Traditional Chinese, 內丹术 -
Simplified Chinese) is a term used for different
esoteric disciplines focused on balancing internal and
spiritual energies. It is considered to be a central
mystical practice of
Rosicrucianism and
Hermeticism.. Historically, it has borrowed the symbolism and terminology of classical
alchemy, employing them in process and metaphor to spiritual development.
The term is also used to translate various terms used in the native languages of some
east Asian Taoist and
Buddhist practices.
Neidan and
Tantra are considered forms of internal alchemy, but western commentators often focus on sexual practices.
Concepts
Internal alchemy, like the more general alchemy from which it derived, focuses on transmuting energies and substances. The practices focus on restoring balance and elevating spiritual vitality. The goals of internal alchemy are improved health,
longevity and peacefulness. Practitioners often seek
immortality or reunion with God or another divine source.
The energies and substances of the body are described in metaphor. Elements, metals and humours have all been used to classify and define characteristics of the human system. Internal alchemists map the body, noting which routes energy move through and which areas are associated with particular "elements". Examples include the
Sephiroth of Qaballah, the Chinese
meridians and the Indian
chakras.
Medicinal alchemy
In many cultures, notably those of the East, diseases and medical ailments were thought to be due to imbalance in the afflicted person's internal alchemy, or a weakness of one's life spirit. Consequently, medical treatments were a mix of supernatural appeals and
pharmacology, using
spells,
amulets, and repulsive herbs to "banish" evil influence or strengthen the spirit.
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