The Secret History of the Gnostics: Their Scriptures, Beliefs and Traditions

by Andrew Phillip Smith

Book Overview

The Secret History of the Gnostics offers long-awaited illumination on the mystical movement that teaches 'gnosis' - knowledge of God as opposed to unquestioning faith. Acclaimed author Andrew Phillip Smith delves into the myths and practices of this ancient movement, exploring its popularity during 2nd century AD, its subsequent decline under the weight of orthodoxy in the Church, and its present-day resurgence. Gnosticism has travelled a fascinating...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1780288212
• ISBN13: 9781780288215
• Release Date: November 2015
• Publisher: Watkins Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.3" x 8.4"