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OverviewThe book is unique in its scope and in the combination of a sympathetic approach to the Gnostics with accurate scholarship and clear explanation of the issues €¢ Recent introductions to Gnosticism have either concentrated on the Nag Hammadi texts or have defined the subject in loose terms, whereas Andrew Phillip Smith provides a much larger selection of texts and a much more comprehensive overview and understanding of the subject. The book covers: - The beliefs and spiritual practices of the ancient Gnostics - The current revival of Gnosticism and the influence of the Gnostics on contemporary writers - The dramatic discoveries of the Gnostic gospels, including the Gospel of Judas - lost for fifteen centuries. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Andrew Philip SmithPublisher: ReadHowYouWant Imprint: ReadHowYouWant Edition: Large type / large print edition Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.640kg ISBN: 9781525231254ISBN 10: 1525231251 Pages: 376 Publication Date: 23 September 2016 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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