The Esoteric Teachings Of The Gnostics

By Frances Swiney

The Esoteric Teachings Of The Gnostics is a book written by Frances Swiney that delves into the teachings of the Gnostics, a group of early Christians who believed in a secret knowledge that could lead to salvation. The book explores the history of the Gnostics, their beliefs, and the impact they had on early Christianity. It also examines the texts and scriptures that were important to the Gnostics, including the Gospel of Thomas and the Gospel of Mary Magdalene. Swiney provides a detailed analysis of the Gnostic teachings, including their views on the nature of God, the universe, and the human soul. The book also discusses the influence of Gnosticism on Western philosophy and spirituality, and how its teachings continue to resonate with people today. Overall, The Esoteric Teachings Of The Gnostics is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of a fascinating aspect of early Christian history and spirituality.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: 1425483305
• ISBN13: 9781425483302
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"