Gnostics and their Remains Ancient and Mediaeval (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162571324)

Gnostics and their Remains Ancient and Mediaeval is a book written by C. W. King that explores the history and beliefs of the Gnostics, a religious group that emerged in the early Christian era. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which focuses on the ancient Gnostics and their beliefs, while the second part examines the Gnostic influence on medieval art and literature.In the first part of the book, King provides a detailed overview of Gnostic beliefs, including their views on the nature of God, the universe, and the human soul. He also discusses the various Gnostic sects that existed, such as the Valentinians, the Sethians, and the Ophites, and examines their texts and teachings.The second part of the book looks at the influence of Gnosticism on medieval art and literature, including the works of Dante, Milton, and Blake. King argues that the Gnostic worldview, with its emphasis on the spiritual over the material, had a profound impact on the development of Western culture.Overall, Gnostics and their Remains Ancient and Mediaeval provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of one of the most fascinating and enigmatic religious movements in history.1887. Gnosticism and its Sources; The Worship of Mithras and Serapis; Abraxas, Abraxaster and Abraxoid Gems; Monuments of Gnosticism; Templars, Rosicruicians, and Freemasons; Descriptions of Plates and Engravings.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.

Author: C. W. King
ISBN-10: 1162571322
ISBN-13: 9781162571324
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 506
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.90lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 1.02d