Know that the philosopher has power over the stars, and not the stars over him.
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The art of healing comes from nature, not from the physician. Therefore the physician must start from nature, with an open mind.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Healing originates from natural sources rather than solely from medical professionals, who should embrace nature's wisdom.
This quote by Paracelsus emphasizes the idea that true healing is deeply rooted in the natural world rather than just in the practices of physicians. It suggests that those in the medical field must approach healing with an open mind and a respect for natural remedies and the healing properties of nature.
Themes
HealingNaturePhysicianOpen MindMedicine
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a speech about holistic health and natural remedies.
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