THE GNOSIS OR ANCIENT WIDSOM IN THE CHRISTIAN SCRIPTURES, OR THE WISDOM IN A MYSTERY
Book Details + Condition: George Allen and Unwin Ltd. (London). Second Edition, 1954. Hardcover with dust jacket. 218 pages with Index, Bibliography and Advertisements. William Kingsland's work explores the concept of gnosis, which refers to the knowledge of spiritual mysteries and insights that can only be gained through personal experience and intuition. The book examines the presence of gnosis in the Christian scriptures, particularly in the teachings of Jesus and the early Christian mystics. Kingsland also explores the relationship between gnosis and other ancient wisdom traditions, such as the teachings of the Egyptian and Greek mystery schools. Chapters include:
- Religion and Religions
- The Bible
- The Ancient Wisdom or Gnosis
- The Genesis Narrative
- The New Testament Scriptures
I. The Gospels
- The New Testament Scriptures
- II. Paul's Epistles
- Practical Religion
Firm binding; lightly bumped corners and spine ends; foxing to front and rear endpapers; interior is clean and free of markings. Original dust jacket shows normal light aging, with a bit of discoloration; it retains its original price. All books are carefully packed, and shipped in boxes.
