The Gospel of Philip
Jesus, Mary Magdalene, and the Gnosis of Sacred Union
$45.61
- Paperback
192 pages
- Release Date
16 August 2004
Summary
A new translation and analysis of one of the most controversial of the apocryphal gospels.
- Emphasizes an initiatic marriage between the male and female principles as the heart of the Christian mystery.
- Bears witness to the physical relationship shared by Jesus and Mary Magdalene.
- Translated from the Coptic and analyzed by the author of the bestselling The Gospel of Mary Magdalene.
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Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781594770227 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1594770220 |
| Author: | Jean-Yves Leloup, Jacob Needleman |
| Publisher: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Imprint: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 192 |
| Release Date: | 16 August 2004 |
| Weight: | 249g |
| Dimensions: | 15mm x 152mm x 229mm |
Critics Review
“This book displays new and profound facets and dimensions in the teachings of Jesus.”
“In this rich and lucid translation, Jean-Yves Leloup unlocks mysteries of the enigmatic bridal chamber found in the Gospel of Philip and sheds new light on their associations with Jewish esoteric tradition.” * Margaret Starbird, author of The Woman with the Alabaster Jar: Mary Magdalene and the Holy Grail *
“For scholars and seekers alike, every page of this book opens profound new dimensions in the teachings of Jesus.” * Jacob Needleman, author of Lost Christianity and The American Soul *
“This book displays new and profound facets and dimensions in the teachings of Jesus.” * East and West Series, Vol. 48, No. 2, Feb 2006 *
Jean-Yves Leloup
Jean-Yves Leloup, an Orthodox theologian and professor of theology, philosophy, and psychology, is the founder of the International College of Therapists. His other books include The Gospel of Mary Magdalene and a forthcoming translation and commentary on the Gospel of Thomas. He lives in France.
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