Gnosticism Religion and Spirituality

Gnosticism Religion and Spirituality

Gnosticism

The term Gnosticism is derived from the Greek term "gnosis" which means "to know," and is the root of many English words (dia-gno-sis, kno-wledge, i-gno-re). Gnosticism refers to an exceptionally wide variety of groups who seek "Gnosis," or direct, spiritual knowledge, as opposed to those groups who rely exclusively on belief. In modern times, Gnosticism is a widely abused term, giving rise to many conflicting ideas as to what precisely is meant by it. There are hundreds of "Gnostic" churches, groups, teachings, writers and schools, each claiming to have the true Gnosis, the true knowledge of the divine. These modern groups range from small study groups analyzing the ancient gospels, to movements that claim millions of members. Truly, Gnosticism is not a collection of dead cults; it is a living tradition that has persisted under many faces, but which has never been extinguished, for it is the heart of the human experience: direct, intimate knowledge of higher truths.

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- Publisher of the Gnostic Works of Samael Aun Weor. Huge site features free online courses, audio lectures, books, articles, lectures, videos, forums, gnostic glossary and more.
- Books published in English and Thai.
- From 7th to 14th of August 2005 in Madrid (Spain).
- Encyclopedia of gnosis and gnosticism.
- A site specialising in publications about Gnostic philosophy. Offers a correspondence course.
- Was a quarterly magazine devoted to the exploration of the spiritual and esoteric paths of the Western Hemisphere. Sample articles, search of back issues. How to order back issues in print.
- Broadcasting Gnostic Lectures on internet radio.
- A resource for many views of Gnosticism. Includes articles and links.

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