Definition
A tincture is a concentrated liquid extract of herbs, typically made by soaking plant material in alcohol or vinegar to draw out its medicinal properties.
Tinctures have been used for centuries in traditional medicine, including European herbalism, Ayurvedic practices, and Chinese medicine. They represent a practical and potent method for preserving and utilizing the healing power of plants. In alchemy, tinctures are part of the spagyric process, aligning physical and spiritual healing.
In esoteric contexts, tinctures are often prepared with spiritual intent, incorporating planetary timing, sacred symbols, or invocations during their creation. They are viewed as vessels for the plant’s quintessence, connecting the physical substance to its energetic essence.
Creating or using tinctures can be both a medicinal and spiritual practice. Practitioners may select herbs based on their energetic properties and align the preparation process with lunar phases or personal intentions. Tinctures are used in rituals, healing work, or as part of daily self-care routines.
Connection to Other Terms
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Spagyric
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Herbal Infusion
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Quintessence
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Alchemical Process
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Purification
Tinctures represent the alchemical principle of extraction and purification, embodying the essence of transformation. Their use connects practitioners to nature's wisdom and the interplay between material and energetic healing.
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