The Genesis Narrative In Gnosticism

By William Kingsland

Book Overview

The Genesis Narrative In Gnosticism is a book written by William Kingsland that explores the concept of Gnosticism and its interpretation of the biblical book of Genesis. Gnosticism is a religious and philosophical movement that emerged in the early Christian era and emphasizes the importance of spiritual knowledge and individual experience. In this book, Kingsland examines how Gnostic teachings and beliefs influenced the interpretation of Genesis and the creation story. He discusses the Gnostic concept of the divine spark within each individual and how this relates to the creation of the world. Kingsland also explores the idea of the demiurge, a flawed creator god in Gnostic mythology, and its role in the creation story. Through his analysis of Gnostic texts and teachings, Kingsland provides a unique perspective on the Genesis narrative and its relevance to modern spirituality. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Gnosticism and its impact on religious thought.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Gnosis or Ancient Wisdom in the Christian Scriptures or the Wisdom in a Mystery, by William Kingsland. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591697.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: 1162872853
• ISBN13: 9781162872858
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"