This is the first part of a 2-set lecture on Alchemy, or the transformative process by fire. Alchemy, which is one of the ancient wisdoms keys to self-unfoldment, is referenced by anecdotes from the life of Paracelsus. Doctor Baker gives illuminating examples of fire phenomenon to illustrate its nature and hazards. He speaks of personal experiences of the nature of the Sun and of personal alchemical research. He makes difficult concepts easier to understand by his use of allegory and anecdotes like the story of the Goose and the Golden Eggs. (60 min)
Additional topics covered: alcoholism, spiritualism, sun, fire, kundalini, mathematics.
