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The Classic Collection of George Robert Stow Mead. Illustrated
The Corpus Hermeticum, Simon Magus, Orpheus and Others
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The Classic Collection of George Robert Stow Mead. Illustrated
The Corpus Hermeticum, Simon Magus, Orpheus and Others
About this book
The Classic Collection of George Robert Stow Mead is a remarkable anthology devoted to the mystical, philosophical, and religious traditions of the ancient world. This illustrated edition brings together some of Mead's most influential works, including The Corpus Hermeticum, studies on Simon Magus, writings about Orpheus, and other explorations of early esoteric thought. As one of the foremost scholars of Gnosticism and Hermetic philosophy, George Robert Stow Mead presents ancient texts and legends with both academic precision and spiritual sensitivity.
The collection introduces readers to the Hermetic teachings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus, whose writings shaped Western mysticism, alchemy, and Renaissance philosophy. It also examines the enigmatic figure of Simon Magus, often regarded as one of the earliest mystics and controversial spiritual teachers of the Christian era. Mead further explores the Orphic tradition, revealing its profound influence on Greek religion, mystery cults, and concepts of the soul's immortality.
Richly illustrated and carefully edited, this volume offers both newcomers and experienced readers an accessible gateway into ancient spiritual traditions. Mead's elegant prose combines historical scholarship with a deep fascination for humanity's search for divine wisdom and hidden knowledge. The anthology not only preserves important esoteric writings but also illuminates the cultural and philosophical connections between pagan, Hermetic, Gnostic, and early Christian traditions.
This collection is an essential resource for readers interested in mythology, comparative religion, mysticism, and the intellectual history of the ancient world.
Contents:
The Corpus Hermeticum
Simon Magus
Five Years of Theosophy
Orpheus
The Gnostic Crucifixion
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Table of contents
- THE CORPUS HERMETICUM
- SIMON MAGUS
- FIVE YEARS OF THEOSOPHY
- ORPHEUS
- THE GNOSTIC CRUCIFIXION
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