Electuary of Centaury
Western
Zenon of Athens (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556)
* Aur is a traditional weight being that of a Gold coin. Over time, it was reduced from over 8 grams to around 6 grams. The weights may be easily adjusted for modern use.
** Several sources have stated that Roman Spikenard is the same as Celtic Spikenard. In any case, Roman Spikenard was regarded as a slightly weaker type of Spikenard when compared to Indian Spikenard, the latter of which was also commonly used for Liver obstruction. Therefore, Indian Spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi) may be used in its place.
Powder and mix with Honey to form an Electuary. The source text says to ‘submit in Barley for six months’ (submittantur in hordeo per sex menses). This probably refers to sitting the compound in a pot of Barley for 6 months to rise, as was done with Mithridate and Theriac.
Clears Phlegm and Damp, Opens Obstructions, Promotes Urine, Eases Pain
1. Arthritis
2. Joint Pain
3. Joint Disease
4. Gravel and Stones
5. Cleanses Phlegm from the Lungs
4 drams
None noted
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Tradition:
Western
Source / Author:
Zenon of Athens (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556)
Herb NameCentauryGentian Aniseed Fennel seed Celery seed Frankincense Clove Agaric Orris Cubeb Galbanum Gum Ammoniacum Castoreum Black Pepper Long Pepper White Pepper Roman Spikenard ** Indian Spikenard Turbith Aloe Balsam fruit Balsam wood Squill roasted Mastic Saffron Scammony prepared |
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* Aur is a traditional weight being that of a Gold coin. Over time, it was reduced from over 8 grams to around 6 grams. The weights may be easily adjusted for modern use.
** Several sources have stated that Roman Spikenard is the same as Celtic Spikenard. In any case, Roman Spikenard was regarded as a slightly weaker type of Spikenard when compared to Indian Spikenard, the latter of which was also commonly used for Liver obstruction. Therefore, Indian Spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi) may be used in its place.
Preparation:
Powder and mix with Honey to form an Electuary. The source text says to ‘submit in Barley for six months’ (submittantur in hordeo per sex menses). This probably refers to sitting the compound in a pot of Barley for 6 months to rise, as was done with Mithridate and Theriac.
Function:
Clears Phlegm and Damp, Opens Obstructions, Promotes Urine, Eases Pain
Use:
1. Arthritis
2. Joint Pain
3. Joint Disease
4. Gravel and Stones
5. Cleanses Phlegm from the Lungs
Dose:
4 drams
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
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