The Gnostic Discoveries: The Impact of the Nag Hammadi Library
by Marvin Meyer
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- 9780232526721
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The Meaning of the Nag Hammadi, now in paperback opens the with the thrilling adventure story of the discovery of the ancient Papyrii at Nag Hammadi. Muhammad Ali, the fellahin, discovered the sealed jar, he feared that it might contain a jinni, or spirit, but also had heard of hidden treasures in such jars. Greed overcame his fears and when he smashed open the jar, gold seemed to float into the air. To his disappointment, it was papyrus fragmenst, not gold, but for scholars around the world, it was invaluable.Meyer then discusses the pre–Christian forms of wisdom that went onto influence what Christians believe today. In addition, some Nag Hammadi texts are attributed to Valentinus, a man who almost became Pope, and whose rejection changed the church in significant ways. Text by text, Meyer traces the history and impact of this great find on the Church, right up to our current beliefs and popular cultural fascination with this officially suppressed secret knowledge about Jesus and his followers.
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- Title
- The Gnostic Discoveries: The Impact of the Nag Hammadi Library
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- Marvin Meyer
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- Softcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good Condition
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- Edition
- First UK Edition
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 0232526729
- ISBN 13
- 9780232526721
- Publisher
- Darton, Longman & Todd
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 2006
- Keywords
- BZDB243 archaeology, Christian, pagan, mysticism Magic, Paranormal & Occult; Religion & Theology. Unbranded ISBN: 0232526729 EAN: 9780232526721 Marvin Meyer The Gnostic Discoveries: The Impact of the Nag Hammadi Library
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