Gnostic revival is growing in the United States and Europe as people are discovering the mystical roots of their own Western Tradition. This easy-to-read, deeply spiritual introduction to Gnostic Christianity helps beginners down the Gnostic path to esoteric insights and wisdom. Readers also learn how to apply Gnostic practices, such as affirmation, positive thought, and creative visualization, in daily life.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Gnosticism 101: An introduction to Spohian Gnosticism and Christianity:
When this book fell into my lap, it automatically resonated inside me with what I had been learning/feeling (as an Initiate in a spiritual school) and helped me to understand MY feelings/beliefs of what I believe to be true Christianity; this is just my opinion. This book is a great, "starter" although, you should have an open mind when reading it.
If you enjoyed this book, I would progress to "Gnosis of the Cosmic Christ (?)". As a beginner, reading the Cosmic Christ first might be a little... more info
A Good introduction to Gnostic Christianity:
This book offers a good intoduction to Gnostic Christianity, particularly to that of Sophian tradition. It will benefit those who are completely new to Gnosticism. I think beginners will get some profound effect from reading this book. Tau Malachi does an excellent job in explaining things in a way that is very easy to understand. Throughout the book he is very clear and consice and well organized. He only, however, touches the very surface on particular topics and does not go into greater esoteric... more info
Not what I expected:
I was really looking forward to getting this book but sadly I was very disappointed when I read through it. This isn't exactly what I would consider Gnostic. The author has used Gnostic thinking to basically create his own tradition. Most of it is harder to swallow than the writings of Jesus that we do have. I retured my copy.
iNFORMATATIVE:
This book provided some of the answers that I needed in my quest of self knowledge. Highly recommended. The writer is someone whom I am looking forward to reading other books by.
