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The Gnostic Bible: Gnostic Texts Of Mystical Wisdom From The Ancient And Medieval Worlds
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Gnosticism Was A Wideranging Religious Movement Of The First Millennium Cewith Earlier Antecedents And Later Flourishingswhose Adherents Sought Salvation Through Knowledge And Personal Religious Experience. Gnostic Writings Offer Striking Perspectives On Both Early Christian And Nonchristian Thought. For Example, Some Gnostic Texts Suggest That God Should Be Celebrated As Both Mother And Father, And That Selfknowledge Is The Supreme Path To The Divine. Only In The Past Fifty Years Has It Become Clear How Far The Gnostic Influence Spread In Ancient And Medieval Religionsand What A Marvelous Body Of Scriptures It Produced.This Is The First Time That Such A Rich And Diverse Collection Of Gnostic Texts Have Been Brought Together In A Single Volume, In Translations That Allow The Spirit Of The Original Texts To Shine. The Selections Gathered Here, In Poetic, Readable Translation, Represent Jewish, Christian, Hermetic, Mandaean, Manichaean, Islamic, And Cathar Expressions Of Gnostic Spirituality. Their Regions Of Origin Include Egypt, The Grecoroman World, The Middle East, Syria, Iraq, China, And France. Also Included Are Introductions, Notes, An Extensive Glossary, And A Wealth Of Suggestions For Further Reading.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Gnostic Bible' about? A: 'The Gnostic Bible' is a comprehensive collection of gnostic texts that explore the spiritual and philosophical traditions of Gnosticism, offering insights into early Christian and non-Christian thought.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Gnostic Bible'? A: The author of 'The Gnostic Bible' is Willis Barnstone, who has curated and translated various gnostic texts for this volume.
- Q: What types of gnostic texts are included in this book? A: The book includes a diverse array of gnostic texts from Jewish, Christian, Hermetic, Mandaean, Manichaean, Islamic, and Cathar traditions.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Gnostic Bible' have? A: 'The Gnostic Bible' contains 880 pages, providing an extensive exploration of gnostic literature.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'The Gnostic Bible'? A: 'The Gnostic Bible' is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability for long-term use.
- Q: When was 'The Gnostic Bible' published? A: 'The Gnostic Bible' was published on December 2, 2003.
- Q: Is 'The Gnostic Bible' a new or used book? A: 'The Gnostic Bible' is available as a new book, ensuring that readers receive a pristine copy.
- Q: What additional resources does 'The Gnostic Bible' offer? A: The book includes introductions, notes, an extensive glossary, and suggestions for further reading to enhance understanding of the texts.
- Q: What is the main theme of the gnostic texts in this book? A: The main theme of the gnostic texts revolves around the pursuit of knowledge and self-awareness as a path to divine connection.
- Q: Can 'The Gnostic Bible' be useful for academic studies? A: 'The Gnostic Bible' serves as a valuable resource for academic studies in religious and philosophical contexts, given its comprehensive collection of texts and scholarly insights.