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by G.R.S. Mead (Translator)
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Early Christian mystical groups were called Gnostics, meaning those who know, because of their spiritual knowledge. Their teachers were persecuted and most documents destroyed because the Church desired a uniform set of beliefs to operate under. Pistis Sophia was the most important Gnostic work until the discovery and publication of The Nag Hammadi Library .It remains an important milestone in Gnostic research and should be part of any serious study. It is the story of how we, as spiritual beings, have fallen into the physical world. The soul is asleep, unaware of its true nature, but the purpose of this gospel is to help awaken us.

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  • Paperback: 400 pages
  • Publisher: Book Tree (September 1, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1585092398
  • ISBN-13: 978-1585092390
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.6 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 stars A great introduction to Christian Gnostic Universe, December 12, 1999
By "burunduk" (Dorchester, MA USA) - See all my reviews
Although considered a minor Gnostic text by some scholars of Gnosticism, this document provides an excellent introduction to the universe of a Christian Gnostic of the time of Christ. After reading this I would suggest to go on to "Nag Hammadi" and "The Apocryphal New Testament : A Collection of Apocryphal Christian Literature in an English Translation."
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5.0 out of 5 stars "extraordinaire", May 4, 2000
By O. B. Makhubela (South Africa) - See all my reviews
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Ignore the 5 stars and put 6 stars instead! I am still wandering why it took such a long time for me to review this extraordinary gospel. This is one of the most easy to read and follow gospel within the Gnostic gospels, and indeed amongst many of the gospels. The language is clear and the gospel is well structured. Pistis is indeed a rare gospel: it tells of the secret words that you must say for you to reach the highest God and Goddess (not the God of creation); it informs you of the many gods and goddesses that exist and the levels of space they occupy. Mind you, all these is said by Jesus himself, that is the Gnostic Jesus. Mary Magdala (Jesus' partner) is so intelligent in her questions and answers, in fact Jesus tells her that her spirit has been purified and therefore at its best (of course hoping that this is a genuine praise and not based on partner favouritism). But yes, Mary Magadala, beside the praises from her partner, is quite outstanding. She even tells Jesus that she is scared of Peter since St Peter hates the female race! Do not expect anything canonical or convetional from this gospel. It is a very disturbing gospel, yet very powerful indeed. It even explains the difficult parables: "5 will be in a house and 3 will rise against 2 and 2 against 3..." It also explains the parable of the coin - give to Caesar that which belongs to him... This is one gospel, which I must concur, I also do not understand why it has not received much attention as the other gospels!
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Metaphysical teachings of Jesus, October 26, 2002
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This gospel can be read on many levels, Jesus explains the mysteries of Life to his disciples and his beloved Mary Magdeline. These discussions take place after his resurrection and describe his ascension into heaven and his return. Explaining the many levels (mysteries of the universe) also using Sophia (fallen angel and her redemption) as examples for greater understanding. Jesus was the alchemical blueprint for which humanity was to follow. We have greatly misunderstood his purpose and in reading this text you can only gather one level unless you understand that humanity's purpose is to make the ascension/resurrection and that we are all sons and daughters of the ONE I AM. ...
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4.0 out of 5 stars Making Friends With Sophia
For research, for the curious, this is a cleaner "write" than other versions I own and use; very accessable to every level of reader.
Published 3 months ago by Auntie Juda

2.0 out of 5 stars Pistis Sophia
Other versions may have been written better, text lacks consistancy with too many thee's and thou's. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Chris D. Bochetti

5.0 out of 5 stars An important historical religious writing
Prior to the Nag Hammandi codices there was the Pistis Sophia. These writings are very old..they date from around 100-300AD. Read more
Published on August 28, 2006 by Forrest Wildwood

3.0 out of 5 stars Good
Very revealing. To learn even more about the Pistis Sophia, try The Pistis Sophia Unveiled. (0974591688)
Published on September 11, 2005 by James Crow

5.0 out of 5 stars A reverential celebration of Sophia!
Anyone interested in Sophia and Gnostic literature will be enthralled by this treatise. Compelling, fascinating, and engrossing. Buy this book. It is an absolute must-have.
Published on September 5, 2005 by Girl Mystic

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible!
This is the most important Gnostic work in my library. It is an invaluable reference book. This Gnostic Gospel of Jesus in its simplistic beauty is clear and easy to understand... Read more
Published on August 25, 2005 by Anonymous

1.0 out of 5 stars AWFUL edition
I'm not sure if other editions were the same, but this one was AWFUL. It is literally a 2nd or 3rd generation photocopy of the book. It's legible, but barely. Read more
Published on February 28, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars SOPHIA ON EARTH
These writings of Jesus should be read by all christians. There was much said by Jesus regarding Sophia, and we never heard this in the church. Read more
Published on January 27, 2001 by JOY

5.0 out of 5 stars simplesmente executar uma consulta geral e me sertificar
quero poder ter uma ideia se é o que realmente estou procurand
Published on March 27, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential.
This revealed teaching is essential for anyone investigating Christian Gnosticism, post-resurrection narratives, kabbalistic cosmology, feminine Christology, or the writings of... Read more
Published on March 27, 1999 by monmouth@networksplus.net

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