

Laurence Caruana on Gnostic Cosmology & The Fall of Sophia
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Gnostic Spark
- Laurence Caruana's interest in Gnosticism began in his early twenties.
- Reading the Gospel of Philip sparked his exploration into Gnostic ideas and art.
Individualistic Gnosis
- Gnosticism offers no linear path to salvation, unlike other traditions.
- It speaks to individuals differently, fostering personalized interpretations and experiences.
Egyptian Roots
- Gnosticism likely predates Christianity, drawing heavily from Egyptian mysteries.
- Egyptian funerary texts reveal parallels with Gnostic after-death journeys.