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The Chemical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreutz (Magnum Opus Hermetic Sourceworks Series: No. 18) Paperback – October 1, 1991

by Joscelyn Godwin (Translator), Adam McLean (Introduction)
4.8 out of 5 stars 86 ratings
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The Chemical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreutz, often looked upon as the third Rosicrucian manifesto, has an entirely different tone from the other Rosicrucian documents. Unlike the Rosicrucian manifestoes, which address the transformation of society, The Chemical Wedding is concerned with the inner transformation of the soul. It is a deeply interior work, one which asks the reader to step into its world of symbols and walk with Christian Rosenkreutz along his path of transformation. Despite its importance as a key text of the Western esoteric traditions, this is the first ever contemporary English translation of The Chemical Wedding, made especially for this edition by Joscelyn Godwin. Also included in this edition is an introduction and commentary by Adam McLean, which illuminates the transformative symbolism.
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    October 1, 1991
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    5.55 x 0.52 x 8.52 inches
  7. ISBN-10
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    978-0933999350
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Joscelyn Godwin is a composer, musicologist and translator, known for his work on ancient music, paganism and music in the occult. He is the author of the first complete English language translation (1999) of one of the first illustrated printed texts, the incunabulum Hypnerotomachia Poliphili (1499). He teaches at Colgate University.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Phanes Press
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 1, 1991
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ First Edition
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 172 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0933999356
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0933999350
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.55 x 0.52 x 8.52 inches
  • Book 1 of 1 ‏ : ‎ Magnum Opus Hermetic Sourceworks
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    4.8 out of 5 stars 86 ratings

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Customers find the book to be a worthy read with great commentary, and one customer notes that the primary text is excellent. Moreover, the scholarly content receives positive feedback, with customers appreciating the rich symbolism and finding it a must-have for those studying archaic and hidden subjects.

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Customers find the book readable, with one noting that the primary text is excellent and another mentioning that the scholarly commentary is equally useful.

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"...very intriguing and the allegory is translated well as it reads smoothly...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's rich symbolism and find it a must-have for those studying archaic and hidden subjects, with one customer noting the excellent translation of the allegory.

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  • Fritz Swanson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Readable and Engaging
    Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2011
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    There are some free versions of older translations available on the web, but I found these dense, archaic and difficult to read. But this very plain translation is extremely clear and makes the text read like a modern piece. In fact, after my first reading I felt like I had discovered an obscure Italo Calvino novel, and I was very impressed. The characters are engaging, the imagery stark and lovely, in all ways this is a real surprise given that it's a 17th century German alchemical tract. A certain amount of background in esoteric and alchemical literature will help you along here, but the accompanying interpretative text at the end is informative. The scholar here is very good at keeping the reading closely anchored to the structure and the spirit of the piece, avoiding the common error in esoteric interpretation where a modern scholar imposes a pre-existent program on an antique source. I felt like I really got close to the original author's intent after reading the whole book. So, the primary text is excellent, and the scholarly accompaniment is equally useful and pleasing. If you are an esoteric scholar or enthusiast, this edition is a must have.
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  • LeiLei
    5.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing, Fascinating & Symbolic
    Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2011
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    I purchased this book from a friend's recommendation and I am very pleased that I did. I found the rich symbolism very intriguing and the allegory is translated well as it reads smoothly. The tale moves along quickly and the visual images that arose from it's words were a fantastical treat, yet symbolizing real spiritual processes. It has been almost a year since I have first read it and I find that I keep the book very close as I fondly refer to it upon new spiritual discoveries of my own. It is a book that I will pass down to my children when they are ready for this magical journey of alchemical work.
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  • Jonathan Fouasse
    5.0 out of 5 stars A long time coming!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2016
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    When I was a teenager I used to correspond with Mr.McLean about the Great Work and its mysteries. His levity.com website was the most informative source of information of its kind that I could find in the late 90's. Now many years later, imagine my surprise when I was recommended a Magnus Opus edition of the Chymical Wedding!! I had always dreamed of owning a set of these books and had all but forgotten about them. Indeed these are the best books on these subjects I can find and I heartily recommend them to anyone one!
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  • Cody L Swartz
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent edition.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2019
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    This is an excellent edition of this work.
    It is obvious that the editor of the Magnum Opus series is committed to providing quality, scholarly editions of these classic works. Extremely pleased, would recommend.
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  • C. price
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very interesting book. Must have for anyone studying archaic/hidden ...
    Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2017
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    Very interesting book. Must have for anyone studying archaic/hidden knowledge. Story definitely seems to be an allegory, but its true meaning renains hidden.
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  • readingisfun
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful
    Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2013
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    Fascinating, adding to my knowledge and understanding of Alchemy albeit the fact that this was written
    in a story fashion, making it all the more interesting.. If you want to learn every facet of
    the mystery of Alchemy, this is a must read.
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  • Lunar Wisdom
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Alchemical Wedding is beautiful, but the commentary is extremely helpful in understanding ...
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2015
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    The Alchemical Wedding is beautiful, but the commentary is extremely helpful in understanding the layers upon layers that are in this book. I learned a lot reading this.
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  • Dennis Lewis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great
    Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2014
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    Enjoyable read.
    Great commentary.
    I have given this work to several friends each time I do I need to reorder a copy for myself.
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  • Cosmic Lightbulb
    5.0 out of 5 stars Salmon pink cover...
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 5, 2025
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    OK maybe it MEANS something having it salmon pink. I just can't live with it. Paper white, neat, clean, print large enough and well set out, picture on the cover from middle ages and beautiful if you're me, but oh dear me the salmon pink... HOWEVER, story begins around Easter, a gripping tale, angels, visions, sacred people, daring exploits, terrible imports of ill considered actions - FABULOUS - literally. A must read but not in that colour...
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great work and commentary
    Reviewed in Canada on December 29, 2024
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    A classic with enlightening commentary at the end. Must read for every occultist, alchemist, spiritual seeker, and philosopher. Thanks.
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  • Marcos Fernando
    5.0 out of 5 stars El tercer manifiesto Rosacruz
    Reviewed in Mexico on February 2, 2022
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    Muy bueno para completar el Fama Fraternitatis y el Confessio.
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  • andy w
    5.0 out of 5 stars a journey
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 1, 2012
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    A beautifully written journey. No cause to describe further, it's on an individual basis that the benefits are taken.

    Well worth taking the time to read, absorb and contemplate.
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  • chatty
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on January 17, 2016
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    great book
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