Four Basic Elements
Western alchemy makes use of the Hellenic elements. The symbols used for these are:
- Earth
- Water
- Air
- Fire
Read more about this topic: Alchemical Symbol
Famous quotes containing the words basic and/or elements:
“We can’t nourish our children if we don’t nourish ourselves.... Parents who manage to stay married, sane, and connected to each other share one basic characteristic: The ability to protect even small amounts of time together no matter what else is going on in their lives.”
—Ron Taffel (20th century)
“The three great elements of modern civilization, gunpowder, printing, and the Protestant religion.”
—Thomas Carlyle (1795–1881)