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Beware that no one lead you astray, saying ‘Lo here!’ or ‘Lo there!’ For the Son of Man is within you. Follow after him! Those who seek him will find him.
~The Gospel of Mary
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Simon Magus’ “The Great Announcement”
To continue on my Simon Magus postings, this particular entry includes one of writings attributed to Simon himself! It survives in fragmented form thanks to Hippolytus in the book “Philosophumena“, aka “Refutations of All Heresies.” The following is the collection of sayings that G.R.S Mead put together for his book “Simon Magus: The Gnostic Magician.” ToContinue reading “Simon Magus’ “The Great Announcement””
The tomb inscription of Flavia Sophe
This artifact is an interesting piece. It is a tomb inscription of a woman by the name of Flavia Sophe. This stone dates back to the third century and what is written by her husband, is quite beautiful. A really good example of Valentinian poetry. There is writing on the front and back of theContinue reading “The tomb inscription of Flavia Sophe”
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More Sayings from Simon Magus
“I am the first power, who am always, and without beginning. But having entered the womb of Rachel, I was born of her as aContinue reading “More Sayings from Simon Magus”
The Unknown Life of Jesus Christ
Recently I read the 1894 book, “The Unknown Life of Jesus Christ” by Nikolai Aleksandrovich Notovich, that was supposedly to contain a translation of aContinue reading “The Unknown Life of Jesus Christ”
Sayings of Simon Magus
Some Christians refer to Simon Magus as the first Gnostic, and/or the Father of All Heresies, but was he? I highly doubt that. But whatContinue reading “Sayings of Simon Magus”
The “Tenchi” – sacred text of the Kakure Kirishitan (3 of 3)
Here is my final post about the “Tenchi.” I hope you all have enjoyed these posts relating to this interesting text. I do recommend everyoneContinue reading “The “Tenchi” – sacred text of the Kakure Kirishitan (3 of 3)”
The “Tenchi” – sacred text of the Kakure Kirishitan (2 of 3)
Part 2 (of 3) of my posts regarding the “Tenchi”, the sacred book of the hidden Christians of Japan, aka, the Kakure Kirishitan. Book 5,Continue reading “The “Tenchi” – sacred text of the Kakure Kirishitan (2 of 3)”
The “Tenchi” – sacred text of the Kakure Kirishitan (1 of 3)
Awhile back, I fell down the rabbit hole of the Kakure Kirishitans, aka, Japan’s Hidden Christians. While a simple blog post can not begin toContinue reading “The “Tenchi” – sacred text of the Kakure Kirishitan (1 of 3)”
A Naassene Psalm
I wanted to share this fragmented text from a Naassene source. Despite being a fragment, it works quite well as is. The text/psalm can relateContinue reading “A Naassene Psalm”
Mary Magdalene in the “Speculum Sacerdotale” (2 of 2)
Here is the second (and final) part of the Mary Magdalene story from the “Speculum Sacerdotale“. As I have mentioned before, I’m not a professional,Continue reading “Mary Magdalene in the “Speculum Sacerdotale” (2 of 2)”
Mary Magdalene in the “Speculum Sacerdotale” (1 of 2)
My medieval translations continue, this time from the fifteenth century collection of sermons titled the “Speculum Sacerdotale.” This modernization was a bit more tricky butContinue reading “Mary Magdalene in the “Speculum Sacerdotale” (1 of 2)”
Hildegard – Story of a Sinning Soul
Still reading up on Hildegard of Bingen from the book “St. Hildegard of Bingen” by Carmen Acevedo Butcher (excellent, excellent read) and I found anotherContinue reading “Hildegard – Story of a Sinning Soul”
Hildegard of Bingen: To Sophia…
The other week, youtube’s algorithm recommended to me some music written by Hildegard of (von) Bingen. I was not aware of who she was, butContinue reading “Hildegard of Bingen: To Sophia…”
The Golden Legend of Mary Magdalene (3 of 3)
Here is the final part of my translation of the Golden Legend of Mary Magdalene. This sectionof the story includes her death and some legendsContinue reading “The Golden Legend of Mary Magdalene (3 of 3)”
The Golden Legend of Mary Magdalene (2 of 3)
Here is the second post regarding my “modern” translation of the “Golden Legend of Mary Magdalene” from the Legenda sanctorum (Readings of the Saints) by Jacobus deContinue reading “The Golden Legend of Mary Magdalene (2 of 3)”
The Golden Legend of Mary Magdalene (1 of 3)
I’ve heard of the legend of Mary Magdalene arriving in France after the death of Jesus but never did track the story down until recently.Continue reading “The Golden Legend of Mary Magdalene (1 of 3)”
The Three Steles of Seth
I wanted to share a video from the ESOTERICA youtube channel in regards to the Three Steles of Seth. For those who have not checkedContinue reading “The Three Steles of Seth”
Prayers to the Holy Mary Magdalene
Today, July 22, is the Catholic Feast Day of Mary Magdalene. While I’m not Catholic, I have no issue celebrating Mary Magdalene. Here is aContinue reading “Prayers to the Holy Mary Magdalene”
Gnostic Prayerbook
What is nice about “Gnosticism” is the lack of a dogmatic approach. However, people do like their theatrics/ceremonies and prayer for their spiritual beliefs, asContinue reading “Gnostic Prayerbook”
The Thirteenth Repentance of Pistis Sophia
We have come to an end here with the thirteenth repentance translation comparison. I hope you have enjoyed reading the comparisons. The point of thisContinue reading “The Thirteenth Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
Simon Magus diagram
Here is another diagram from the 1926 book “Gnosticism.” This one is named after Simon Magus, a figure who some of you may be awareContinue reading “Simon Magus diagram”
Ophite diagram
This diagram is from the 1926 book “Gnosticism” by Mary W. Barrie. Here is the description from the book: “Another diagram from an Ophite pre-ChristianContinue reading “Ophite diagram”
The Twelfth Repentance of Pistis Sophia
We’re almost to the end. This is a long one. MacDermot Translation: I. ‘0 Light, forget not my song of praise. 2. For the AuthadesContinue reading “The Twelfth Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
The Mnemonic Diagram of Valentinus
I recently picked up and read the 1926 book “Gnosticism” by Mary W. Barrie. This book was published pre-Nag Hammadi, so I was curious toContinue reading “The Mnemonic Diagram of Valentinus”
The Eleventh Repentance of Pistis Sophia
Here is the translation comparisons of the Eleventh Repentance of Pistis Sophia. MacDermot Translation: I. ‘Why has the strong power risen among the wicked? 2.Continue reading “The Eleventh Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
Papyrus Oxyrhynchus 1
What is the “Papyrus Oxyrhynchus 1” you may ask? It is a piece of papyri discovered by papyrologists Bernard Pyne Grenfell and Arthur Surridge HuntContinue reading “Papyrus Oxyrhynchus 1”
The Tenth Repentance of Pistis Sophia
Almost there! This is a rather short passage. Below are the comparisons. MacDermot Translation: 1. ‘I have cried out to thee, 0 Light of Lights,Continue reading “The Tenth Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
Be Like Wine Jars
Just like my post from the other day, this particular post is a short text from the “Essential Gnostic Scriptures” book and is sourced fromContinue reading “Be Like Wine Jars”
The Ninth Repentance of Pistis Sophia
This is a long one. Here is the ninth repentance of Pistis Sophia, side-by-side translations. Best viewed via desktop mode. MacDermot Translation: 1. ‘0 Light,Continue reading “The Ninth Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
A Poor Man Taken Far
Recently I picked up the “Essential Gnostic Scriptures” book by Willis Barnstone and Marvin Meyer. The book collects various texts they feel are essential (whichContinue reading “A Poor Man Taken Far”
The Eighth Repentance of Pistis Sophia
Onto the Eighth Repentance of Pistis Sophia, side by side translation comparisons. Best viewable in desktop mode. MacDermot Translation: 1. I have hoped in thee,Continue reading “The Eighth Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
The Seventh Repentance of Pistis Sophia
Side by side translations of the Seventh Repentance of Pistis Sophia. As always, desktop view recommended. MacDermot Translation: 1. 0 Light, I have raised upContinue reading “The Seventh Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
The Sixth Repentance of Pistis Sophia
Here is the sixth repentance of Pistis Sophia, side by side translation. Desktop view recommended. MacDermot Translation: 1. I have sung praises to thee, 0Continue reading “The Sixth Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
The Fifth Repentance of Pistis Sophia
This is the fifth repentance of Pistis Sophia, side by side translations. As always, best viewed in desktop mode. MacDermot Translation: l. 0 Light ofContinue reading “The Fifth Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
The Fourth Repentance of Pistis Sophia
Here is the fourth repentance of Pistis Sophia side by side translations. As always, best viewed in desktop mode. MacDermot Translation: I. 0 Light whomContinue reading “The Fourth Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
The Third Repentance of Pistis Sophia
Here is the third repentance of Pistis Sophia translation comparisons. As always, desktop view is recommended to see them side by side. MacDermot Translation: I.Continue reading “The Third Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
The Second Repentance of Pistis Sophia
Part 2 (of 13) of the side by side translations of the Repentances of Pistis Sophia. This is the second repentance. Once again, this isContinue reading “The Second Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
The First Repentance of Pistis Sophia
About three years ago, I did my first reading of the PISTIS SOPHIA. The translation I read was by G. R. S. Mead. When IContinue reading “The First Repentance of Pistis Sophia”
The Greatest Evil in Man is Not Knowing God
I’ve been reading the “Corpus Hermeticum: The Divine Pymander” (2015 edition edited by Tarl Warwick, see post photo) and I wanted to share this section.Continue reading “The Greatest Evil in Man is Not Knowing God”
The Sentences of Sextus
I love “sayings” text. They are easy to read and after each sentence, you can stop and take in what it said. I wanted toContinue reading “The Sentences of Sextus”
The Seven Hermetic Principles
Late last year, I picked up a copy of “The Kybalion” and was very impressed with the book. It was published in 1908, author unknownContinue reading “The Seven Hermetic Principles”
Authoritative Teaching
With this post, I wanted to bring attention to a Gnostic text that does not get mentioned much, at least from what I have seen.Continue reading “Authoritative Teaching”
“Surviving Death” (Netflix) review
With this post, I plan on doing something a bit different. I’ve had writer’s block for the past few weeks. My family and I haveContinue reading ““Surviving Death” (Netflix) review”
Body – Soul – Spirit
Body – Soul – Spirit While reading “The Hermetica: The Lost Wisdom of the Pharaohs” translated by Timothy Freke and Peter Gandy, there is aContinue reading “Body – Soul – Spirit”
Man is a Marvel
While I have been studying Gnosticism for over three years now, I have recently started to get into Hermeticism. A lot of the concepts, fromContinue reading “Man is a Marvel”
The Twelfth Deep
Today I present another section of the untitled text from the Bruce Codex. Like so many parts of this text, this section stuck out. ItContinue reading “The Twelfth Deep”
“I Bless Thee”
Recently I’ve read through the “untitled text” from the Bruce Codex twice. The first time was a cold read. The second time I read alongContinue reading ““I Bless Thee””
“The Gospel of Mary (Magdalene)” – animated
To go with the video I posted the other day, this animated video is of “The Gospel of Mary (Magdalene).” The Gnostic texts have quiteContinue reading ““The Gospel of Mary (Magdalene)” – animated”
Animated “Gospel of Thomas” 5
Greetings! Thank you for visiting the page. I will be using the blog to post various topics, not necessarily related to the group. In thisContinue reading “Animated “Gospel of Thomas” 5″
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