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Purify by burning
This page is about the meaning, origin and characteristic of the symbol, emblem, seal, sign, logo or flag: Purify by burning.
In alchemical practices, this symbol represents a purification process.
It was once believed by alchemists that heating a substance until it got white-hot would remove all of its impurities, but the essence of the material would be preserved. For a comparable symbol, see 'Preserve or burn (alchemy)'.
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Symmetric, Closed shape, Monochrome, Contains both straight and curved lines, Has crossing lines.
Category: Alchemical Symbols.
Purify by burning is part of the Alchemical processes group.
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