Publisher's Synopsis
""An Introduction to the Apostolic Gnosis"" is a book written by Thomas Simcox Lea that explores the early Christian movement known as Gnosticism. The book delves into the beliefs, practices, and teachings of the Gnostics, who believed in a secret knowledge of the divine that was only accessible to a select few. Lea provides an overview of the historical context in which Gnosticism emerged and discusses the various Gnostic texts and traditions that have survived to this day. He also examines the influence of Gnosticism on early Christianity and its impact on the development of Christian theology. The book is intended as an introduction to the subject and is accessible to readers with little or no prior knowledge of Gnosticism. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity or the study of comparative religions.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Materials for the Study of the Apostolic Gnosis, by Thomas Simcox Lea. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100987.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.
