The scholastic analysis show that the symbol acts as a psychic transformer of energy and it is associated with therapeutic value, which can be applied as a natural healing remedy to help and restore wholeness.
Paracelsus realized that many metaphysical (Hermetic medicine) practices could be applied successfully, such as talismanic remedies, which are written on paper or engraved in gems; such methods became an essential part of his practices. In particularly, he highly favored metallic talismans that displayed familiar images of the saints or symbols engraved in the gold or silver medals. They are still regarded by many as having spiritual power. The work was done under the conjoint with the aspects of planets according to the phases of the moon and to astronomical relations, and this was often accord with special ceremonies of consecration. These inscriptions and devices were derived from the most sacred sources, such as magical writings attributed to Solomon, King of Israel. He wore a ring of antinomy, which was engraved with certain sacred symbols for treating patients; he assumed it to be possible that remedies could be devised and taken into the body (through the eyes, or through the ears). Listening to good advice may improve one's health. This concept has already been applied through music therapy, religious ceremonies, rituals, sacred chants and mantras.
Therapy through the eyes has been noted in a constructive effect of great art, which contributes not only to contentment; but also produces a positive energy within the body, mind, and affairs. This specific type of study in relation to the visual arts, such as the basic symmetrical pattern, has already been widely practiced in the field of psychology due to its therapeutic power. Symbolism exercises use a wide range of remedial power: forms, designs, arrangements, patterns, that capture and hold energy. These were originated in the theories of Pythagoras, which suggest that if man can produce or construct a completely perfect form, it will convey back to him, through his sensory perceptions, a powerful energy to restore his own normalcy. Also, the ancient Greeks realized the therapeutic value of dance and theater. In addition, the various forms of art, including architecture, designs patterns, and tones can be elements of a grand cosmic therapy.
Thus, advancing from synthesis to synthesis increasingly redistributes the libido or psychic energy in general, converting it into a meaningful activity. This is what the words of Jesus to Nicodemus may be taken to mean, as a challenge: "Do not think carnally, or you will be flesh, but think symbolically, and then you will be spirit."