Gnostic Religion

One in four Americans rejects any affiliation with organized religion, and nearly half of those under 30 describe themselves as "spiritual but not religious". But as the airwaves resound with the haranguing of preachers and pundits, who speaks for the millions who find no joy in whittling the wonder of existence to a simple yes/no choice? Lesley Hazleton does.

Discover the Hidden World of Mandaeism Unlock the mysteries of one of the world’s oldest and most enigmatic religions with "Mandaeism for Beginners: A Journey Through Mandaean History and Practice." This book takes you on an unforgettable journey through the rich tapestry of Mandaean beliefs, rituals, and historical contexts, offering a window into a faith that has survived millennia of change and challenge. Unearth Ancient Wisdom Dive into the captivating origins of Mandaeism, tracing its roots back to ancient Mesopotamia. Learn how this Gnostic tradition, with influences from Babylonian...

Genesis provides the foundation for understanding human suffering. The story of Original Sin and the Fall of mankind sets the stage for everything that follows. But what kind of a God would punish and curse the children of future generations of for wanting to become Homo sapien... man the wise? We are told that Eve's curiosity and disobedience are reasons enough for our predicament and encouraged to move on to get to the reward of the "good news." Most of us do exactly that treating Genesis like a preface to a book that can be glossed over to get to the meat of the story. But in so doing, ...

Unlock the power of ancient Christian Gnosticism with this breathtaking collection of 150 powerful prayers. For seekers of gnosis and salvation, this book is a must-read, offering a profound journey into the depths of spiritual enlightenment. With each prayer, you'll discover how to connect with the true God and unlock the secrets of life's most important aspects. From love and forgiveness to faith and self-discovery, these prayers are a beacon of hope, illuminating the path towards greater understanding and deeper connection with the divine. Whether you're a seasoned believer or a curious ...

Unlock the mysteries of the universe with insightful articles that challenge conventional thinking and encourage a deeper understanding of your spiritual journey. Story Waters’ unique perspective empowers you to question, ponder, and ultimately expand your consciousness.

Humanity is divided in three types of persons: Believers, atheists and agnostics. For Osho, this last type, the agnostic is far above the first two and it is something intrinsic to the true seeker. Nevertheless, there is a fourth type of person, one that does not fit in any of these categories: The Gnostic, the one who knows. Listening to his direct and simple style, we rediscover the courage to doubt while we move into the unknown.

Comparative studies often reveal similarities between greatly different cultures, even if those cultures are geographically separated by thousands of miles or historically distinct by thousands of years. This has been especially true in religion where similar ideas have been propounded by tribes or clans that have on the surface no contact historically or geographically with one another. For the phenomenologist, this kind of transcultural link or synchronicity is important because it raises the question of how religious ideas emerge and develop over time.

Jack Staunton, an American businessman, makes a pilgrimage to war-torn Israel in hopes of rekindling his Christian faith. While traveling with his friend Punjeeh, an ER doctor from Jerusalem, Jack acquires an ancient scroll written by the Gnostics, a mystical group of early Christians, and his spiritual quest takes an unexpected turn. The scroll makes the startling claims that the Gnostics were the original followers of Jesus, and that they retained secret knowledge of Jesus that was not included in the Bible.

The Cathars were different from the mainstream Catholic church in the 13th century. They openly rebelled against some of the hypocritical behavior by priests and leaders, and they established their own deviant beliefs according to the best ability of their conscience. But when it all came down to it, what did this mean? What were those belief systems? What did they think of the crusades in the Middle East? Learn more about the Cathars, a community that made a significant impact during a time of dictatorships, massacres, and persecution of supposed heretics.

Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem, reputed to be the source of the most esoteric knowledge in human history, has fascinated scholars, seekers, and dreamers for centuries. For generations, scholars and researchers have tried in vain to discover the fabled Temple of Solomon, only to be confronted by one problem after another.

According to Vedic philosophy, there are four eras in every world cycle. They represent a gradual decline from enlightenment (Satya Yuga) to chaos and ignorance (Kali Yuga) before it starts again. Each of these eras lasts roughly 2160 years. You're probably familiar with the four ages of Hindu philosophy: Satya Yuga, Treta Yuga, Dwapara Yuga, and Kali Yuga. The golden age is when pure knowledge is widespread, and people live in harmony. The dark age is when everything goes wrong—the World falls into chaos, and humanity descends into ignorance. But what happens next?

Jake will be dead within the month. At five years old, a brain tumor will cut his life short, and while the doctors can prolong the inevitable, they cannot stop it. His father, Rick, cannot accept the news. Why would God let something like that happen to his son? What did his son ever do to deserve this? Everything changes when a mysterious woman steps into their lives, offering them a way to save Jake. But this offer has risks of its own—and not everyone may make it back. Hesitant at first, they accept her offer, only to be whisked away on an unexpected journey into the fantasy world of ...

From the unified mind's eye of Reality Press, author John Jay Harper comes the complete visionary integration of physics and metaphysics, a Science of Soul. Indeed, this spiritual blend of music with a finely-crafted scientific script filled-to-the-brim with facts will offer viewers the "lost key" to the secrets of the ages that was only briefly introduced in What the Bleep Do We Know? and The Secret.