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Bacon's Influence on Later Scientists and Thinkers (Posthumous)Bacon's Influence on Later Scientists and Thinkers (Posthumous)Later Life, Condemnation, and Death (c. 1268-1294)Later Life, Condemnation, and Death (c. 1268-1294)Roger Bacon's Linguistic Studies (Throughout his life)Roger Bacon's Linguistic Studies (Throughout his life)Main milestonesMain milestonesBacon's Contributions to Optics and Vision (1260s)Bacon's Contributions to Optics and Vision (1260s)Joining the Franciscan Order and the 'Opus Majus' (c. 1257-1268)Joining the Franciscan Order and the 'Opus Majus' (c. 1257-1268)Bacon's Interest in Alchemy and Astrology (Throughout his life)Bacon's Interest in Alchemy and Astrology (Throughout his life)Early Life and Education Timeline (c. 1214-1240s)Early Life and Education Timeline (c. 1214-1240s)The Paris Years: Intellectual Development (c. 1240s-1250s)The Paris Years: Intellectual Development (c. 1240s-1250s)
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Roger Bacon - English polymath, philosopher and friar (c.1219/20–c.1292)

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Bacon's Interest in Alchemy and Astrology (Throughout his life)

This timeline highlights Roger Bacon's lifelong fascination with alchemy and astrology, two interconnected fields that he believed held the key to understanding the secrets of nature and influencing human destiny. These interests played a significant role in shaping his scientific and philosophical worldview.
Early Exposure to Alchemical Ideas
Early Interest
Bacon likely encountered alchemical ideas and texts early in his academic career. Alchemy, the art of transforming base metals into gold and seeking the elixir of life, was a popular pursuit among intellectuals of the time.
Influence of Arabic Alchemy and Astrology
Influence of Arabic Scholars
Bacon was heavily influenced by Arabic scholars who had made significant contributions to both alchemy and astrology. He studied their writings and incorporated their ideas into his own work.
Alchemy as Experimental Science
Alchemy as a Tool for Scientific Advancement
Bacon viewed alchemy as a form of experimental science, believing that it could provide valuable insights into the properties of matter and the processes of nature. He conducted alchemical experiments himself, seeking to uncover the secrets of transmutation.
Astrological Beliefs
Astrology and the Influence of the Stars
Bacon believed in astrology, the belief that the positions of the stars and planets influence human affairs and earthly events. He used astrology to make predictions and understand the course of history.
Association with Magic and Heresy
Controversy and Condemnation
Bacon's interest in alchemy and astrology contributed to the suspicion and condemnation he faced later in his life. These fields were often associated with magic and heresy, which made Bacon a target for criticism from some within the Church.

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Main milestonesMain milestonesBacon's Contributions to Optics and Vision (1260s)Bacon's Contributions to Optics and Vision (1260s)Bacon's Influence on Later Scientists and Thinkers (Posthumous)Bacon's Influence on Later Scientists and Thinkers (Posthumous)Early Life and Education Timeline (c. 1214-1240s)Early Life and Education Timeline (c. 1214-1240s)Joining the Franciscan Order and the 'Opus Majus' (c. 1257-1268)Joining the Franciscan Order and the 'Opus Majus' (c. 1257-1268)Later Life, Condemnation, and Death (c. 1268-1294)Later Life, Condemnation, and Death (c. 1268-1294)Roger Bacon's Linguistic Studies (Throughout his life)Roger Bacon's Linguistic Studies (Throughout his life)The Paris Years: Intellectual Development (c. 1240s-1250s)The Paris Years: Intellectual Development (c. 1240s-1250s)