17, 18

Emblem 17 shows a circular frame containing a heart-shaped object, possibly a seed or fruit, centered within horizontal hatching. A Latin motto is written in an arch above the circle.

Why do you seek outside? It is within. original: "Quid Extus quæris? Intus est." This encourages the reader to look for spiritual truth internally rather than in the external world.

Emblem 18 shows a circular frame containing four cones meeting at a central point. This geometric figure resembles a cross or a star. A Latin motto is written in an arch above the circle.

Seek in the depth. original: "In Fundo quære." The term fundo bottom or foundation suggests looking at the very base or source of existence.