General And Gnostic Christianity

By G.R.S. Mead

Book Overview

General and Gnostic Christianity is a book written by G.R.S. Mead, an English author and scholar of comparative religion and philosophy. The book explores the history and teachings of Christianity, focusing on the differences between the mainstream or ""general"" form of Christianity and the more esoteric or ""gnostic"" form. Mead examines the origins of Christianity, the development of its doctrines and practices, and the influence of various philosophical and religious traditions on its evolution. He also explores the role of mysticism and spiritual experience in both general and gnostic Christianity, and argues that the latter represents a more profound and transformative understanding of the nature of God and the human soul. The book is a fascinating and insightful exploration of the diversity and complexity of Christian thought and practice, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion and spirituality.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Fragments of a Faith Forgotten, by G. R. S. Mead. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 092280222X.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162876417
• ISBN13: 9781162876412
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"