Gnosticism And Its Sources

Gnosticism and Its Sources is a comprehensive book written by C. W. King that explores the origins, beliefs, and practices of Gnosticism. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Gnosticism, its influence on early Christianity, and its impact on Western culture. King examines the various Gnostic texts and their interpretation, including the Nag Hammadi Library, the Gospel of Thomas, and the Gospel of Mary. He also discusses the role of Gnosticism in the development of esoteric traditions, such as alchemy and Hermeticism. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of religion, philosophy, and history, as well as anyone interested in the study of Gnosticism and its impact on Western thought.THIS 118 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Gnostics and their Remains Ancient and Mediaeval, by C. W. King. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103811.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.