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This complete edition of the Corpus Hermeticum, which introduces in
eighteen chapters the religious and philosophical principles of
Hermetics, was translated by G. R. S. Mead. Hermetics is a
religious, philosophical, and esoteric practice based around the
beliefs and writings of the pagan priest Hermes Trismegistus.
Influential for its distinct beliefs and characteristics,
Hermeticism carried a profound influence over the Renaissance in
Europe. Many Christian believers paid it heed, with much art
depicting the Hermetic belief system appearing between the 14th and
17th centuries in particular. Notably, Hermetics claims to be a
descended version of the prisca theologia - a principle which
affirms there is but one, true theology in the world. This essence
of the divine is present in all religions, and was according to
legend given to mankind in distant antiquity. This belief,
discussed by Hermes Trismegistus, has led many scholars of
philosophy and religion to examine Hermetics in detail.
Pistis Sophia: A Gnostic Gospel, translated by G.R.S. Mead. The
Gnostics were composed of a number of early Christian mystical
sects. Their teachers were persecuted and documents destroyed
because the Church desired a uniform set of beliefs to operate
under. Only now have we begun to better appreciate these early
Christian mystics. Pistis Sophia was the most important Gnostic
document until the discovery and publication of The Nag Hammadi
Library. This work remains an important milestone in Gnostic
research, on par with Nag Hammadi, and should be part of any
serious study. It is the story of how we, as spiritual beings, have
fallen into the world of physical creation. The soul is asleep
here, bogged down in physical surroundings, unaware of its true
nature. The purpose of this gospel is to awaken us, and aid in the
process of spiritual freedom.
A document of paramount historical importance, not only in terms of
Christianity but also with respect to the development of Western
religion. It chronicles the teachings of Jesus, who explains life's
mysteries to his disciples and Mary Magdalene. Their discussions
take place after Christ's resurrection and include accounts of his
ascension into heaven.
This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.
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