adrian's definitions
When someone goes from a whiny little bitch to an unstoppable badass, a la Anakin to Vader in the star wars prequels.
by Adrian October 13, 2006
Get the Darth Vader syndromemug. The Hermetic science and art of causing change, both physically and spiritually. The term is also used to describe the spiritual practices of chemists from other ancient cultures, such as ancient Chinese "alchemists." In the old days, there was no division seen between spiritual and physical practices, but for the sake of modern obsession with duality, alchemy can be divided into two types.
Practical alchemy _is_ chemisty, studying and manipulating the properties of matter to get what you want out of the universe.
Spiritual alchemy is what is discussed when "turning base metals into gold" is described. It is a form of mysticism, spiritual self-improvement with analogies to chemical jargon. "Gold" is spiritual perfection, while the lesser "base" metals (such as lead) are impure states of the spirit, unenlightened and full of the problems of mortal life.
Knowledgable alchemists were never trying to make a potion for eternal life or a stone that would transform physical materials into gold.
Practical alchemy _is_ chemisty, studying and manipulating the properties of matter to get what you want out of the universe.
Spiritual alchemy is what is discussed when "turning base metals into gold" is described. It is a form of mysticism, spiritual self-improvement with analogies to chemical jargon. "Gold" is spiritual perfection, while the lesser "base" metals (such as lead) are impure states of the spirit, unenlightened and full of the problems of mortal life.
Knowledgable alchemists were never trying to make a potion for eternal life or a stone that would transform physical materials into gold.
I seek enlightenment through alchemy.
by Adrian August 29, 2005
Get the alchemymug. When I saw the graphics on this game for the first time I almost shit my pants. Not literally, for all you dumbasses out there.
by Adrian November 19, 2004
Get the Metal Gear Solid 3mug. by Adrian January 25, 2007
Get the reggie bush'dmug. by Adrian November 12, 2006
Get the tom wellingmug. To use a condom during sex.
by Adrian November 5, 2004
Get the Strap it upmug. Superman's arch-enemy. Intelligent, funny, and ruthless. Even though he has no superpowers, he is dangerous.
by Adrian August 30, 2006
Get the lex luthormug.