The Complete Nag Hammadi Library: A Definitive History of Gnostic Scriptures, Lo

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Format: Paperback ISBN-13: 9798245396071 Author: Aurelian K. Thesmar ISBN: 9798245396071 Type: NA Publication Name: NA Book Title: The Complete Nag Hammadi Library

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The Complete Nag Hammadi Library: A Definitive History of Gnostic Scriptures, Lo. Through accessible yet rigorous analysis, readers are introduced to Gnostic thought, early Christian mysticism, and the symbolic language that shapes these texts. This book does not claim to replace canonical scripture, nor does it promote conspiracy or hidden doctrine. The Complete Nag Hammadi Library by Aurelian K. Thesmar Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description The discovery of the Nag Hammadi Library reshaped what scholars know about early Christianity, revealing a world of spiritual diversity, theological debate, and forgotten voices long buried beneath history. The Complete Nag Hammadi Library offers a clear, carefully guided exploration of these remarkable texts-placing them within their historical, cultural, and spiritual context. Rather than treating the Nag Hammadi writings as forbidden secrets or fringe curiosities, this book approaches them as serious historical sources produced by real communities wrestling with faith, suffering, salvation, and the nature of divine truth. Through accessible yet rigorous analysis, readers are introduced to Gnostic thought, early Christian mysticism, and the symbolic language that shapes these texts. Key writings such as the Gospel of Thomas, the Gospel of Philip, the Gospel of Truth, and the Apocryphon of John are explained with clarity, allowing readers to understand what these works taught, why they mattered, and why they were ultimately rejected by emerging Christian orthodoxy. This book does not claim to replace canonical scripture, nor does it promote conspiracy or hidden doctrine. Instead, it provides historical grounding, thoughtful interpretation, and balanced insight-helping readers engage the Nag Hammadi Library without confusion, fear, or exaggeration. Written for curious readers, students of religious history, and those interested in early Christian thought, The Complete Nag Hammadi Library invites readers to encounter a fuller, more complex picture of Christianity's formative centuries-and to understand why these long-silent texts still matter today. Details ISBN-13 9798245396071 Title The Complete Nag Hammadi Library Author Aurelian K. Thesmar Format Paperback Year 2026 Pages 226 Publisher Independently Published GEItemID:176711762; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys