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Dies Microcosmicus
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Dies Microcosmicus
circa 1617: An alchemical diagram from the Utriusque Cosmi, Maioris Scilicet et Minoris, Metaphysica, Physica, atque Technica Historia by Robert Fludd, showing man as the solar system, likening his heart to the sun, with the words Dies Microcosmicus, Nox Microcosmica written above and below him. The Hebrew name of God or tetragrammaton Yahweh is written in a cloud above his head, and a series of concentric circles radiate from his genitalia - the centre of life. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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This print showcases the intricate and enigmatic alchemical diagram, "Dies Microcosmicus" created by Robert Fludd in approximately 1617. Within this mesmerizing artwork from his book Utriusque Cosmi, Maioris Scilicet et Minoris, Metaphysica, Physica, atque Technica Historia, Fludd depicts man as a representation of the solar system. At the center of this cosmic portrayal stands a lone figure resembling an anatomical drawing of a man. The heart of this celestial being is likened to the sun itself, radiating warmth and life-giving energy. Above and below him are inscribed the words "Dies Microcosmicus" and "Nox Microcosmica" emphasizing the duality inherent in human existence - day and night within one individual. Above his head floats a cloud containing the Hebrew name for God or tetragrammaton Yahweh. This ethereal presence signifies divine guidance and spiritual connection amidst earthly matters. Notably intriguing are the concentric circles that emanate from his genitalia - symbolizing both creation and procreation as central aspects of human life. These circles serve as a reminder that all life originates from this sacred source. Through its meticulous details and symbolic elements, Fludd's alchemical diagram invites contemplation on humanity's place within the vast cosmos. It prompts us to reflect on our interconnectedness with both celestial forces above us and earthly realms below us – reminding us that we
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