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Synopsis
""Simon Magus"" is a scholarly essay by G.R.S. Mead that explores the life, philosophy, and teachings of the founder of Simonianism, a Gnostic sect that emerged in the early Christian era. Mead draws on ancient sources to provide a comprehensive overview of Simon's life and teachings, including his purported ability to perform miracles and his claim to be the embodiment of the divine. The book also includes a critical re-evaluation of Simon's philosophy and teachings, with Mead arguing that Simon's ideas were more complex and nuanced than previously thought. Overall, ""Simon Magus"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of early Christianity and the development of Gnostic thought.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.