Articles related to "Gnosis"



Methods of Gnosis
When manifestation and result are critical, the will can be aided by the use of intense emotion, or Gnosis, to seal one's desire and create result without lust.
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In Search of Enlightenment
How do myth, religion, alchemy, and gnosis all help us understand the individuation process?
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Gnosis, Enlightenment, Salvation
Encoded within religious traditions of the past millenia are systems which enable the human species to evolve and mutate our innate capacities.
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Gnostic and Pagan Worldviews
While sometimes described as New Age, Gnostic and Pagan refer to distinct world views, and describing them can mark the differences between the New Age and the Pagan
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HEDWIG: man? woman? Both
HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, the best movie I've seen all year
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Knowledge and Love: The Two Elements
The concept of knowledge and love in sufism
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The Gospel of Thomas
Figuring out if the Gospel of Thomas should be included with the Gospels of the Christian Bible.
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Androgyny in Alchemy and Mysticism
What is the concept of Sol and Luna in Hermetic Philosophy? Explore the origins of this fascinating belief through illustrated manuscripts and alchemical texts.
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Concept of Jacob’s Ladder
"Jacob's Ladder" is a biblical concept, but for Hermetic philosophers it was also symbolic of man's transformation, and his connection to the universe.
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Gnosticism and Its Affect on Christianity
Rejecting the spheres of good and evil, Gnostics turned within themselves to experience Christ on a deeper level by emphasizing positive spirituality.
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Religion, Mysticism, Spirituality
Religious and Mystical Experiences Have Been An Integral Part of Culture and Society for Millenia: what are they and how can we effectively describe them?
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Serpents in Hermetic Philosophy
Snakes, serpents and dragons were a popular theme in alchemical texts and picture books. What is their importance, and how did this tradition begin?
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Chaos Magic for the Clueless
Chaos magic is hot in today's occult scene, and here's a handy guide on how to integrate it into your spiritual life no matter what your faith or path.
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Pre Nicean Christianity and the Gnostic Gospels
Did the early church suppress alternative forms of Christianity? Were the Gnostic Gospels part of early Christianity? What do the Gnostic Gospels reveal about Jesus?
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Hedwig and the Angry Inch
From time to time a movie comes along that renews one's belief that the medium of cinema can be a redeeming and thoroughly entertaining venture. Hedwig and the Angry Inch is one such movie.

Sometimes Stars Leave Behind Great Mysteries
December brings to mind not only snow, but celebrations, mistletoe, lights, gifts, and a host of memories wrapped around the experiences associated with Christmas. Many often forget the spirit of these celebrations. Jesus Christ not only made his mark on the history of human civilization, he also left behind an influential religion of the mind, containing mysteries hidden inside the depths of Christianity whose answers still await discovery. Maybe, a more real Jesus will give us a better appreciation of his miraculous birth. Scholars are still discovering answers that only hint at the answers waiting in the ruins of ancient Rome.
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What does fighting for Atheism mean ? (II)
In the second part, Atrott discusses the Christian perversion of morality for power.
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Gnostic Gospels of the Nag Hammadi Scrolls
The Gnostic Gospels of the Nag Hammadi contained in 13 codices and 52 treatises are fascinating for academic historians and religious theologians alike.
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Manichaeism
Founded by the third-century Persian Prophet Mani, this Gnostic sect was once a contender among the great religions of the Old World.
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The Nag Hammadi Find
The Nag Hammad find was the first verification of what early Christian scholars already knew about, but had no proof. After this find they did.
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What is Gnosticism?
Gnostic beliefs find a place in several religious schools of thought all over the world. Followers of Gnosticism believed in the redeeming power of divine wisdom.
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Early Islamic Mystics (Contd...)
A brief account of the great islamic mystics of the past
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Review- The Masonic Myth by Jay Kinney
Author Jay Kinney explains the history behind Freemasonry, attempting to debunk the conspiracy theories and reveal the truth behind the sometimes mysterious organization.
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Second Coming, Scripture, and Church History
The abuse of eschatology invites prophetic interpretations that are often unfounded and contradict both Scripture and Church History in regard to Christ's second coming.
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The Beginnings of Christianity
A brief history of what Christianity looked like during its most formative years.
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The Biblical Myth of Demon Lilith
Examining what the myth of the first woman in Creation can teach us about attitudes toward women at the time and how it may demonstrate that feminism has biblical roots.
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The Coptic Museum of Cairo
The Coptic Museum is one of Cairo's less-known tourist sites, but its displays give a fascinating insight into an ancient people still surviving in Egypt today.
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The Enigma of Mary Magdalene
Two thousand years have done nothing to quench the curiosity over Mary of Magdalen. What follows is a overview of the most controversial woman in the New Testament.
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Who are the Gnostics?
Contemporary interpretation of Gnosticism places this alternative spirituality within a political and extraterrestrial arena.
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Born on December 25th
A look at the story of the Sun God Mithras and its comparison to the Christians' Jesus Christ
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Early Islamic Mystics (Contd...)
A continuation of the previous article
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Glastonbury, Arthur, Infinity & Beyond!
Topics and links for additional studies, relating to Glastonbury and King Arthur.
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Islamic Mysticism: A History
Islamic mysticism has a rich Sufi tradition made famous by Rumi and the legendary whirling dervishes. How does this relate to traditional Islam?
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Why is Gnosticism Important Today?
The Gnostic religion and gospels have recently enjoyed a resurgence of interest. Learn what the Gnostic beliefs can teach us today.
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The Mystical Experience
Mystical experiences are a birth-right but veiled whithin culture, even though proven to improve quality of life. Let's move towards a better understanding of them!
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