Ep. 18 - Awakening from the Meaning Crisis - Plotinus and Neoplatonism
Dr. John Vervaeke
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This chapter explores Gnosticism as a transformative solution to modern existential crises, advocating for self-transcendence rather than conventional spiritual servitude. It connects Gnostic mythology with Platonic and Christian influences, emphasizing the importance of community and ritual in achieving Gnosis—the knowledge that liberates individuals and deepens their connection to self and spirituality.
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