Door of reciprocity
The many teachings of Alchemy seek to instill in our members thoughtfulness towards others, compassion for our fellow humans, honesty in business, and courtesy in all things. These lessons have developed over centuries, draped in allegories, and illustrated through a cavalcade of symbols. While many of the symbols are drawn from the tools of stonemasons, such as the square and compasses, and the rough and smooth ashlars, there are others derived from the ancient and natural worlds as well.
One such symbol presents itself to alchemy soon after they first enter the lodge and begin participating in rituals and degree work: The Blazing Star. It has many meanings. For Colmar's alchemists, it is a symbol of Divine Providence, which helps to guide us on our journey through life, surrounded as we are by good and evil. It is also considered a symbol of light and signifies the alchemist who constantly seeks to perfect himself by seeking knowledge. In the blason of Colmar, it also represents the Sun, which sheds light on Earth, giving life to all things, including humanity.
Door of reciprocity
The many teachings of Alchemy seek to instill in our members thoughtfulness towards others, compassion for our fellow humans, honesty in business, and courtesy in all things. These lessons have developed over centuries, draped in allegories, and illustrated through a cavalcade of symbols. While many of the symbols are drawn from the tools of stonemasons, such as the square and compasses, and the rough and smooth ashlars, there are others derived from the ancient and natural worlds as well.
One such symbol presents itself to alchemy soon after they first enter the lodge and begin participating in rituals and degree work: The Blazing Star. It has many meanings. For Colmar's alchemists, it is a symbol of Divine Providence, which helps to guide us on our journey through life, surrounded as we are by good and evil. It is also considered a symbol of light and signifies the alchemist who constantly seeks to perfect himself by seeking knowledge. In the blason of Colmar, it also represents the Sun, which sheds light on Earth, giving life to all things, including humanity.