Gnosis or Ancient Wisdom in the Christian Scriptures or the Wisdom in a Mystery

""Gnosis or Ancient Wisdom in the Christian Scriptures or the Wisdom in a Mystery"" by William Kingsland is a book that explores the concept of gnosis or ancient wisdom as it is present in the Christian scriptures. The author delves into the hidden meanings and symbolism of biblical passages, revealing a deeper understanding of the teachings of Jesus and the early Christian mystics. Kingsland also draws on other ancient wisdom traditions, such as the teachings of the ancient Egyptians and Greeks, to shed light on the esoteric meanings of the Bible. The book presents a thorough examination of the concept of gnosis, including its historical roots, philosophical underpinnings, and practical applications. It offers readers a unique perspective on the Christian scriptures and the spiritual insights they contain, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the deeper meanings of the Bible.This book is the last work of William Kingsland and was completed shortly before his death. �������In this work Kingsland shows how the fundamental teachings given to the world at the beginning of the Christian ere were derived from the Gnosis or Ancient Wisdom, but in time have become so perverted that the modern interpretation of Christianity represents merely their debased survival.������� Contents: Religion and Religions; The Bible; The Ancient Wisdom or Gnosis; The Genesis Narrative; The New Testament Scriptures, The Gospels; The New Testament Scriptures, Paul's Epistles; Practical Religion; Bibliography.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.