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Hi Duncan,
Does the Grail of the Maranatha series allow one to literally transmute metals as in the story of Flamel, or is that all symbolic? ~ NateB
No, it’s symbolic. It’s about a theory that begins in essence with the Pythagorean schools; that nature and creation are ruled and understood by mathematics and, more directly, expressed in Geometric form.
This concept extended through the Renaissance and was still openly taught in the early 20th century under classical studies. Flamel’s transmutation is an allegorical investigation of geometry in the physical reality. D
Oh, I just never tire of this research….! love it!
Thanks for another great answer, Duncan; and awesome question too, Nate.
“Follow the yellow brick road!” A road paved with gold bricks? Alas, Dorethy awoke to find out it was all just a dream! Based upon that explanation, I already know what Nates next question is going to be. People are going to understand the “relevance” of the geometrical” understanding in their own way.
I think you are right that the road was paved with gold bricks.
Thanks, Jenny and Duncan and Nate. This question and answer makes me think of The Refiner’s Fire.
http://imgarcade.com/1/refiners-fire-gold/
If you mean Malachi 3 in the Bible, that’s an interesting point.