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The birth of the Christian Churchand what it means for modern religion and philosophy.This engaging guide presents an accessible overview of the birth of the Christian church, using the historical works found at the famous Nag Hammadi site in Egypt. With chapters discussing each of the major and minor documents found at Nag Hammadi, this volume also includes an overview of Gnosticism and the major players, revealing not only what the texts say, but also what they mean.Renewed interest in Gnosticism and the Gnostic gospels is driven by interest in the Nag Hammadi documents, The DaVinci Code, the Matrix movies, the Kabbalah, renewed interest in the divine feminine ideal, and the fact that many whove left the Church are looking for new answers in the early churchAuthor is a scholar and expert whos studied with some of the top people in the field
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- Q: What is 'The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Gnostic Gospels' about? A: This book provides an accessible overview of the birth of the Christian Church, exploring the historical works discovered at the Nag Hammadi site in Egypt and discussing Gnosticism and its key figures.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is J. Michael Matkin, a scholar and expert in the field who has studied with leading figures in Gnosticism.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in this book? A: Key themes include the historical significance of the Gnostic texts, the origins of the Christian Church, and the renewed interest in Gnosticism influenced by popular culture and modern spirituality.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, it is designed to be engaging and accessible, making it suitable for readers who may not have prior knowledge of Gnosticism or early Christian history.
- Q: What is the condition of the book available for purchase? A: The book is classified as a used book in good condition, indicating it has been previously owned but remains in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 336 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Gnostic Gospels' published? A: The book was published on September 6, 2005.
- Q: Does this book include discussions on the Nag Hammadi documents? A: Yes, it includes chapters that discuss both major and minor documents found at the Nag Hammadi site.
- Q: What makes this book relevant to modern readers? A: The book addresses contemporary interests in Gnosticism, including its relevance to topics like the divine feminine, popular films like The Da Vinci Code, and spiritual exploration beyond traditional religious frameworks.