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Gnosis: A Selection of Gnostic Texts, Vol. 2 - Coptic and Mandean Sources
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1974, Gnosis by Werner Foerster, Hardcover, Clarendon Press
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Cloth over Boards. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. This book, "Gnosis: A Selection Of Gnostic Texts," delves into the complex religious and philosophical movement known as Gnosticism, which flourished in the Greco-Roman world during the early Christian era, particularly in the 2nd century. Gnosticism is characterized by the belief that human beings possess a divine spark within themselves, trapped in a material world created by an inferior deity, often referred to as the demiurge. Salvation, in this context, is achieved not through faith or repentance, but through direct personal knowledge (gnosis) of the supreme divinity and one's own divine identity, often attained through mystical or esoteric insight. The book explores the diverse ideas within Gnosticism, including its dualistic worldview where the material body is seen as flawed and the spirit as divine, and how these beliefs contrasted with nascent orthodox Christian teachings. --- The author, Werner Foerster (1897-1975), was a German scholar and Professor of New Testament at the University of Munster. He was a theologian who authored several books, including "Neutestamentliche Zeitgeschichte" (History of New Testament Times) and "From the Exile to Christ." His work on Gnosis is considered a significant contribution to the study of these ancient texts. --- "Gnosis: A Selection Of Gnostic Texts" holds considerable historical and literary significance by making these often esoteric and complex texts accessible. Gnostic writings, such as those found in the Nag Hammadi library, reveal a diverse and complex early Christian landscape, offering alternative narratives and teachings that were largely suppressed by the early Church. For collectors, this book is interesting due to its focus on a movement that profoundly influenced early religious thought and continues to resonate in modern spiritual and philosophical discussions. The renewed interest in Gnosticism, particularly after the 20th-century discoveries of texts like those in the Nag Hammadi library, underscores the enduring relevance and scholarly value of such a collection. --- CONDITION: This book is in very good condition. Hardcover with Dust Jacket. This is a used book with some shelf wear. Dust jacket is lightly worn along edges and corners. There is a sticker on the inside front flap of the jacket. The boards are like new. Hinges tight. Binding sturdy. Text block is crisp and clean. book. Seller Inventory # EN-07112026-014931-f5f55
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Gnosis: A Selection of Gnostic Texts, Vol. 2 - Coptic and Mandean Sources
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Clarendon Press, 1974
ISBN 10: 0198264348
ISBN 13: 9780198264347
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very good. First edition. First edition of this pivotal collection. Very good in very good unclipped dust jacket. Former owner's name at top of front endpaper. Coptic Sources selected by Martin Krause, Mandean Sources by Kurt Rudolph. Seller Inventory # 15431
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Gnosis: A Selection of Gnostic Texts, Vol. 2 - Coptic and Mandean Sources
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ISBN 10: 0198264348
ISBN 13: 9780198264347
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Gnosis: A Selection of Gnostic Texts: Vol 2. Coptic and Mandean Sources.: v. 2
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Gnosis: A Selection of Gnostic Texts: Vol 2. Coptic and Mandean Sources.
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. Ex library hardback with DJ; usual stamps/markings. Published in 1974 by The Clarendon Press. Some wear to DJ with very minor corner bumping, page edges little grubby otherwise a clean, sound copy. Ready for immediate despatch from UK. BS-3B*. Seller Inventory # SFL13-481
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Gnosis, Volume 2. Coptic and Mandaic Sources: A Selection of Gnostic Texts
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+. 1st Edition USA; First Printing. First English Language Edition (1974) , not directly stated, in accordance with Oxford's customary practice at the time of publication. Near Fine in Very Good+ DJ: The Book shows four small coffee-like spots at the bottom edge of the text block; else flawless; the binding is square and secure; the text is clean. Free of creased or dog-eared pages in the text. Free of underlining, hi-lighting, notations, or marginalia. Free of any ownership names, dates, addresses, notations, inscriptions, stamps, plates, or labels. A handsome, nearly-new copy, structurally sound and tightly bound, showing a minor, unobtrusive imperfection. Bright and Clean. Corners sharp. Very close to "As New". The DJ shows mild rubbing to three of the corner tips and mild scuffing to the panels; a 2.5" x 2.5: " rectangular square cut from the bottom corner of the inner front flap. Attractive, but not without flaw. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 32mo. (8.8 x 5.75 X 1.15 inches). English Translation Edited by R. McL. Wilson. Language: English. Weight: 23.5 ounces. Hardcover with DJ. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; vii, 360 pages. Seller Inventory # 58338
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