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Like NewA book that looks new but has been read. Cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket (if applicable) is included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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“LIKE NEW!!! Has a red or black remainder mark on bottom/exterior edge of pages.”
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ISBN
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9781780288215
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Book Title
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Secret History of the Gnostics : Their Scriptures, Beliefs and Traditions
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Publisher
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Watkins Media The Limited
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Item Length
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8.4 in
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Publication Year
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2015
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Format
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Trade Paperback
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Language
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English
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Item Height
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0.9 in
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Genre
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Religion
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Topic
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Mysticism, Biblical Criticism & Interpretation / General, Gnosticism
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Item Weight
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9.9 Oz
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Item Width
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5.2 in
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Number of Pages
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256 Pages
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Watkins Media The Limited
ISBN-10
1780288212
ISBN-13
9781780288215
eBay Product ID (ePID)
202738453
Product Key Features
Book Title
Secret History of the Gnostics : Their Scriptures, Beliefs and Traditions
Number of Pages
256 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Mysticism, Biblical Criticism & Interpretation / General, Gnosticism
Publication Year
2015
Genre
Religion
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
9.9 Oz
Item Length
8.4 in
Item Width
5.2 in
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Synopsis
Learn more about the myths, practices, history, and recent resurgence of Gnosticism as a Gnostic scholar seeks to answer why this Christian mystical movement has inspired the likes of Dan Brown and Philip Pullman 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 path-from the Manichaeans in Modern Persia between the 3rd and 7th centuries AD, to the triumphs and tragedies of the Cathars in Southern Europe between the 12th and 14th centuries, to, finally, today’s Mandaeans in Iraq. However, as the author points out, the revival of Gnosticism extends further than these narrow sects, offering inspiration to a legion of literary figures, including Dan Brown and Philip Pullman. Gnosticism’s emphasis on personal over organized religion-in keeping with the doctrine of the early Christian era during which it thrived-has found particular resonance with today’s multicultural world. In addition to discussing the Gnostic gospels and the sect’s practical beliefs and customers, The Secret History of the Gnostics is also, in effect, a manifesto, an appeal to those inspired by or drawn to the Gnostic faith not to forget its origins., 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 path – from the Manichaeans in Modern Persia between the 3rd and 7th centuries AD, to the triumphs and tragedies of the Cathars in Southern Europe between the 12th and 14th centuries, to, finally, today’s Mandaeans in Iraq. However, as the author points out, the revival of Gnosticism extends further than these narrow sects, offering inspiration to a legion of literary figures, including Dan Brown and Philip Pullman. Gnosticism’s emphasis on personal over organized religion, in keeping with the doctrine of the early Christian era during which it thrived, has found particular resonance with today’s multicultural world. The Secret History of the Gnostics is not simply an authoritative account of one sect’s practical beliefs and customs – it is, in effect, a manifesto, an appeal to those inspired by or drawn to the Gnostic faith not to forget its origins.
LC Classification Number
BT1390
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