Alchemy was a pre-curser of Chemistry, and it is logical leap that this is not delusional, just 'early science'. BUT. Newton also studies Bible Numerology. T

Alchemy was a pre-curser of Chemistry, and it is logical leap that this is not delusional, just 'early science'. BUT. Newton also studies Bible Numerology. Trying to find number patterns in the Bible. So maybe Newton also had his quirks. Maybe any mind that is exploring new ideas, will sometimes go down some blind alleys.