| Seek to See Him: Ascent and Vision Mysticism in the Gospel of Thomas Contributor(s): Deconick, April (Author) |
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ISBN: 9004104011 ISBN-13: 9789004104013 Publisher: Brill OUR PRICE: $203.30 Product Type: Hardcover Published: January 1996 Annotation: This monograph represents a critical juncture in Thomas studies since it dispels the belief that the Gospel of Thomas originates from gnostic traditions. Rather, Jewish mystical and Hermetic origins are proposed and examined. Following this analysis, the anthropogony and soteriology of Thomas are discussed. The Thomasites taught that they were the elect children of the Father, originating from the Light. The human, however, became unworthy of these luminous beginnings and was separated from the divine when Adam sinned. Now he must purify himself by leading an encratite lifestyle. He is to ascend into heaven, seeking a "visio dei which will transform him into his original immortal state and grant him citizenship in the Kingdom. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Architecture | Interior Design - General - Religion | Christianity - History - Religion | Biblical Studies - Bible Study Guides |
| Dewey: 229.8 |
| LCCN: 95024722 |
| Series: Vigiliae Christianae, Supplements |
| Physical Information: 0.77" H x 9.6" W x 6.52" (1.23 lbs) 228 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
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| Publisher Description: This monograph represents a critical juncture in Thomas studies since it dispels the belief that the Gospel of Thomas originates from gnostic traditions. Rather, Jewish mystical and Hermetic origins are proposed and examined. Following this analysis, the anthropogony and soteriology of Thomas are discussed. The Thomasites taught that they were the elect children of the Father, originating from the Light. The human, however, became unworthy of these luminous beginnings and was separated from the divine when Adam sinned. Now he must purify himself by leading an encratite lifestyle. He is to ascend into heaven, seeking a visio dei which will transform him into his original immortal state and grant him citizenship in the Kingdom. |