
Karl-Stéphan Bouthillette, "Metaphysics As Therapy: List-Making and Renunciation in Gnostic Yogas" (Springer, 2025)
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The Philosophy of Gnostic Yoga
This chapter explores the philosophical underpinnings of Gnostic Yoga, contrasting it with modern interpretations and physical practices. It emphasizes the significance of knowledge and dialectical reasoning in achieving liberation, drawing from various traditions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. By examining the relationship between different types of knowledge and the role of scriptures, the chapter offers insights into the deeper truths of yoga and the complexities of spiritual liberation.
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