1735 - From Gnosis to Mysticism: A 3 Volume History of Heresy
This alphabetically arranged chronicle of heresies is a treasure trove for those interested in the hidden currents of religious history and their interplay with esoteric traditions. Hermant's compilation reveals the persistent presence of alternative spiritualities and mystical undercurrents that challenged the dominant religious narratives. Many "heresies" were, in fact, attempts to preserve or revive older, often esoteric, traditions that predated or diverged from mainstream Christianity. From Gnostic sects to mystical brotherhoods, the figures and movements documented by Hermant represent a fascinating blend of religious fervor and esoteric speculation.
Within these pages, one finds not only the official condemnations but also glimpses of the alternative cosmologies and mystical insights that fueled these "heretical" movements. Any student of Western Esotericism will find key connections to gnostic thought, and other movements which directly relate to Esoteric practice.
Jean Hermant. History Of Heresy La Storia Delle Eresie, Nella Quale Si Descrive Con Ordine Alfabetico Il Nome. Venice: Francesco Pitteri. 12mo, 3 vol. set. 448; 432; 450, [2, blank] pp. Bound in period full vellum with titles in manuscript to spines. Blanks with early ink inscriptions. Text of first volume with some staining near front, otherwise contents are generally clean with some occasional light foxing in places. Bindings toned and soiled as typical of vellum, all intact and sound.
This alphabetically arranged chronicle of heresies is a treasure trove for those interested in the hidden currents of religious history and their interplay with esoteric traditions. Hermant's compilation reveals the persistent presence of alternative spiritualities and mystical undercurrents that challenged the dominant religious narratives. Many "heresies" were, in fact, attempts to preserve or revive older, often esoteric, traditions that predated or diverged from mainstream Christianity. From Gnostic sects to mystical brotherhoods, the figures and movements documented by Hermant represent a fascinating blend of religious fervor and esoteric speculation.
Within these pages, one finds not only the official condemnations but also glimpses of the alternative cosmologies and mystical insights that fueled these "heretical" movements. Any student of Western Esotericism will find key connections to gnostic thought, and other movements which directly relate to Esoteric practice.
Jean Hermant. History Of Heresy La Storia Delle Eresie, Nella Quale Si Descrive Con Ordine Alfabetico Il Nome. Venice: Francesco Pitteri. 12mo, 3 vol. set. 448; 432; 450, [2, blank] pp. Bound in period full vellum with titles in manuscript to spines. Blanks with early ink inscriptions. Text of first volume with some staining near front, otherwise contents are generally clean with some occasional light foxing in places. Bindings toned and soiled as typical of vellum, all intact and sound.
This alphabetically arranged chronicle of heresies is a treasure trove for those interested in the hidden currents of religious history and their interplay with esoteric traditions. Hermant's compilation reveals the persistent presence of alternative spiritualities and mystical undercurrents that challenged the dominant religious narratives. Many "heresies" were, in fact, attempts to preserve or revive older, often esoteric, traditions that predated or diverged from mainstream Christianity. From Gnostic sects to mystical brotherhoods, the figures and movements documented by Hermant represent a fascinating blend of religious fervor and esoteric speculation.
Within these pages, one finds not only the official condemnations but also glimpses of the alternative cosmologies and mystical insights that fueled these "heretical" movements. Any student of Western Esotericism will find key connections to gnostic thought, and other movements which directly relate to Esoteric practice.
Jean Hermant. History Of Heresy La Storia Delle Eresie, Nella Quale Si Descrive Con Ordine Alfabetico Il Nome. Venice: Francesco Pitteri. 12mo, 3 vol. set. 448; 432; 450, [2, blank] pp. Bound in period full vellum with titles in manuscript to spines. Blanks with early ink inscriptions. Text of first volume with some staining near front, otherwise contents are generally clean with some occasional light foxing in places. Bindings toned and soiled as typical of vellum, all intact and sound.