Explore alchemy symbols

Alchemy is filled with mysterious symbols for transformation, nature, and the search for deeper understanding.

Exploring them can be a creative way to reflect on change - both in the world and within yourself.

Discover a few below, then choose one that speaks to you to make part of your Space.

The Philosopher's Stone. This symbol is used a metaphor for a person's spiritual journey to enlightenment and bliss. The individual (the inner circle) journeys through the material world (composed of the four elements of earth/fire/air/water, represented by a square) to master their "Physis" (body), "Psyche" (soul), and "Nous" (mind) - the three represented by a triangle - to ultimately achieve unity with the One Creator (represented by the large circle or "Monad").

The Earth symbol. This is represented by a downward-point triangle bisected by a horizontal line. This symbol represents one of the four symbolic elements that constitute the material world.

The Fire symbol. Fire is represented by an upward-pointing triangle. In alchemy, it is associated with energy, warmth, purification, passion, and transformation.

The Air symbol. Air is represented by an upward-pointing triangle crossed by a line. It is associated with breath, movement, thought, communication, and possibility.

The Water symbol. Water is represented by a downward-pointing triangle. It is associated with emotion, intuition, adaptability, renewal, and the natural flow of change.