Gnosis
Gnosis
Gnosis (/ˈnoʊsɪs/; from Ancient Greek: γνῶσις, translit. gnōsis, lit. 'knowledge') is a term used in various Hellenistic religions and philosophies, as well as in Gnosticism and the esoteric traditions of some major religions, to signify a spiritual knowledge or "revelation" of the divine.
Etymology
The term Gnosis is derived from the Greek word γνῶσις (gnōsis) which originally meant "inquiry" or "knowledge". It was later used in philosophical and religious contexts to denote a spiritual or divine knowledge.
Related Terms
- Gnosticism: A collection of ancient religious ideas and systems which originated in the first century AD among early Christian and Jewish sects.
- Esotericism: The study of hidden or secret knowledge, often spiritual in nature, which is typically only revealed to a select group of individuals.
- Hellenistic Religion: The various religious beliefs and practices of the people who lived under the influence of ancient Greek culture during the Hellenistic period and the Roman Empire.
- Philosophy: The study of fundamental questions about existence, reality, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and ethics.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gnosis
- Wikipedia's article - Gnosis
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