Simon Magus: An Essay on the Founder of Simonianism Based on the Ancient Sources with a Re-Evaluatio

Simon Magus: An Essay on the Founder of Simonianism is a book written by G.R.S. Mead that provides a comprehensive analysis of the life, philosophy, and teachings of Simon Magus, the founder of Simonianism. Mead uses ancient sources to reconstruct the life of Simon Magus, including references from the New Testament and the writings of early church fathers. The book also provides a re-evaluation of Simon Magus' philosophy and teachings, which have been largely misunderstood and misrepresented throughout history. Mead argues that Simon Magus was not a heretic or a magician, but rather a philosopher who sought to unite the spiritual and physical worlds. Mead's analysis of Simon Magus' teachings covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of God, the creation of the world, the role of the soul, and the concept of salvation. He also explores the relationship between Simon Magus and other early Christian figures, such as Peter and Paul. Overall, Simon Magus: An Essay on the Founder of Simonianism is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of early Christianity and the development of religious philosophy. Mead's scholarly approach and thorough research make this book an important contribution to the field of religious studies.Scholars in Christendom have heard of Simon, the magician and how at Rome this sorcerer endeavored to fly by the aid of occult powers. Simon was an alias for Paul. Of all John's disciples, Simon was the favorite and after the death of his master, became the head of his school. Like other Gnostic teachers, his teachings begin with the Word, the Logos, which springs up from the Depths of the Unknown. Contents: Sources of Information; A Review of Authorities; The Theosophy of Simon.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.