Martin, Sean
The Gnostics: The First Christian Heretics
- ISBN 13:
- 9781842433393
- author:
- Martin, Sean
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- POCKET ESSENTIALS
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 173
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 1.52 x 20.32 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, History, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Gnostics: The First Christian Heretics by Sean Martin This book explores the complex and often misunderstood history of Gnosticism, a religious movement that emerged in the early centuries after Christ. Gnosticism was a diverse and multifaceted phenomenon that had a profound impact on Western thought and culture. From its origins to its eventual suppression by the emerging Christian church, Gnosticism's influence can be seen in many areas, including art, literature, philosophy, and psychology. Martin examines the key tenets of Gnostic belief, including the idea of an imperfect world created by an evil deity, and explores how these ideas have continued to shape Western thought and culture. The book also delves into the ways in which Gnosticism has influenced later movements, such as the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, and the New Age movement.
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