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The Gnostic scriptures : a new translation with annotations and introductions / by Bentley Layton.

Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextSeries: Anchor Bible reference libraryPublication details: New York : Doubleday, 1995, ©1987.Edition: 1st pbk edDescription: xlii, 530 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cmISBN:
  • 0385478437
  • 9780385478434
  • 9780300140132
  • 0300140134
Subject(s): Genre/Form: DDC classification:
  • ARCH YNDC 299.93 L429G GNOS
LOC classification:
  • BT1390 .G494 1995
Contents:
Classic gnostic scripture -- The writings of Valentinus -- The school of Valentinus -- The school of St. Thomas -- Other early currents.
Summary: This definitive introduction to the gnostic scriptures provides a crucial look at the theology, religious atmosphere, and literary traditions of ancient Christianity and Hellenistic Judaism.
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Archives Archives SAIACS Archives Room Yandell Collection ARCH YNDC 299.93 L429G (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Not for loan 063403

"Ancient wisdom for the new age"--Cover.

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Classic gnostic scripture -- The writings of Valentinus -- The school of Valentinus -- The school of St. Thomas -- Other early currents.

This definitive introduction to the gnostic scriptures provides a crucial look at the theology, religious atmosphere, and literary traditions of ancient Christianity and Hellenistic Judaism.

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