Spiritual Taxonomies and Ritual Authority: Platonists, Priests, and Gnostics in the Third Century C.E.

Spiritual Taxonomies and Ritual Authority: Platonists, Priests, and Gnostics in the Third Century C.E.

door Heidi Marx-Wolf
Nog geen beoordelingen
Formaat Hardcover
Pagina's 216
Taal Engels
Gepubliceerd Feb 2, 2016
Uitgever University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN-10 0812247892
ISBN-13 9780812247893
Wil lezen

Beoordeel dit boek

Boekjournaal exporteren

Beschrijving

In the late ancient Mediterranean, the understanding of the divine was complex and multifaceted. Heidi Marx-Wolf delves deeply into how various groups such as Platonists, priests, and Gnostics navigated their spiritual landscape during the third century C.E. This examination reveals a rich tapestry of beliefs and practices as individuals sought to connect with the larger cosmos.

Through careful analysis, Marx-Wolf unearths the distinct spiritual taxonomies that shaped the interactions between these diverse communities and their divine counterparts. Each group had its own rituals and authority, influencing their followers' perceptions of the gods, angels, and demons that permeated their lives. This intricate interplay raises vital questions about religious authority and the significance placed on ritual practices.

The work provides a compelling narrative that highlights how these ancient thinkers and spiritual leaders interpreted their world and established their understanding of the supernatural. By intertwining philosophical discourse with real-life rituals, the author invites readers to consider the profound impact these beliefs had on the cultural and spiritual identity of the time.

Recensies

Nog geen beoordelingen

Wees de eerste om dit boek te recenseren en deel je gedachten

Voeg Eerste Recensie Toe

Leeslogboek

Geen leeslogboeken gevonden

Begin met het volgen van je leesvoortgang om logboeken hier te zien

Voeg je eerste leeslogboek toe

Notities

Geen notities gevonden

Begin met het toevoegen van notities om ze hier te zien

Voeg je eerste notitie toe

Transactielogboek

Geen transactielogboeken gevonden

Begin met het volgen van je boektransacties om logboeken hier te zien

Voeg je eerste transactielogboek toe