

Corpus Hermeticum I, the Poimandres
Oct 7, 2020
In this podcast, they discuss the Poimandres, an extraordinary ancient Hermetic document. They explore the origin and meaning of 'Poimandres' and its Egyptian connections. They also delve into the belief of stars generating fate and its influence on later antiquity. The creation of the primal human and divine lovers is explored, as well as the concept of 'misterion' and its connection to initiation. They also discuss androgen humans, divine providence, and the concept of entering the region of the Ogdoad. The podcast concludes with discussing the final hymn and offering recommendations for further reading.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Origin and Meaning of 'Poimandres'
02:11 • 22min
The Influence of Stars and Fate in Later Antiquity
24:17 • 2min
The Creation of the Primal Human and Divine Lovers
26:25 • 3min
The 'misterion' concept in Corpus Hermeticum and its connection to initiation
29:19 • 3min
The Concept of Androgen Humans and Divine Providence
32:49 • 14min
Exploring the Concept of the Human Entering the Region of the Ogdoad
46:37 • 2min
Exploring the Final Hymn and Concluding Remarks
48:46 • 2min