The Divine Poimandres of Hermes Trismegistus (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162839660)

The Divine Poimandres of Hermes Trismegistus is a book that contains a collection of ancient texts attributed to the legendary figure, Hermes Trismegistus. The book is believed to have been written during the Hellenistic period, and it is considered to be one of the most important works of the Hermetic tradition.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of spiritual and philosophical thought. The first section, known as the Poimandres, describes a visionary experience in which Hermes encounters a divine being who reveals to him the secrets of the universe. This section is considered to be one of the most important texts in the Hermetic tradition, as it provides a detailed account of the creation of the world and the nature of the divine.Other sections of the book explore topics such as alchemy, astrology, and theurgy. The book also contains a number of hymns and prayers that are used in Hermetic ritual practices.The Divine Poimandres of Hermes Trismegistus is considered to be a foundational text of Western esotericism, and it has influenced countless philosophers, mystics, and spiritual seekers throughout history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Western spirituality and the Hermetic tradition.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Hermetica Part 1: The Ancient Greek and Latin Writings Which Contain Religious or Philosophic Teachings Ascribed to Hermes Trismegistus, by Hermes Trismegistus. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594815.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: Hermes Trismegistus, Thrice Greatest Hermes
ISBN-10: 116283966X
ISBN-13: 9781162839660
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 26
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.14lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.05d