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Gnostic churches are characterized by the belief that a special knowledge ("gnosis") is needed to fully enter into salvation. Jesus then possessed this special knowledge and gave it to some (one?) of his disciples, and it has been preserved in the Gnostic church. In a sense the Gnostics become an elite, having special training and knowledge (and privileges) not available to everyone.
This contrasts to the orthodox Christian belief that Christ saved us by his death and resurrection, and that no special secret knowledge is necessary in addition to this for salvation.
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Was St. Peter a Gnostic?
No, Peter was not a Gnostic.
When was The Gnostic Paul created?
The Gnostic Paul was created in 1975.
When was The Gnostic Preludes created?
The Gnostic Preludes was created on 2012-03-13.
How would you use gnostic in a sentence?
He was an ardent follower of gnostic beliefs and precepts.
How do you spell gnostic?
That is the correct spelling of "gnostic" (capitalized Gnostic referring to the belief).The similar word is the adjective or noun agnostic(neither a theist nor atheist).
Who coined the word agnostic?
T.H. Huxley in 1870. it means a-gnostic. "a" meaning without, "gnostic" meaning "knowing"
Words beginning with gn?
Gnostic
What actors and actresses appeared in The Gnostic - 2007?
The cast of The Gnostic - 2007 includes: Luigi Lopresti as Monk Francesco Quinn as Warrior
What were the points made by Hippolytus?
Hippolytus was a prominent figure in early Christianity who wrote about theology and ecclesiastical traditions. He emphasized the importance of the Trinity, the divinity of Christ, and the authority of Scripture. He also criticized certain Gnostic beliefs and practices.
Do you believe in the Gnostic Gospels?
A:I believe that the Gnostic gospels are no more or less true than the gospels that were accepted by the dominant brach of Christianity, becoming part of what we now know as the New Testament. The incompatibility between the Gnostic gospels and the form of Christian teaching in the 'Catholic-Orthodox' Church inevitably meant that the Gnostic gospels would be banned, along with the Gnostic Churches.
Where can you find a Gnostic church?
Search for Johannite
What is the Creed of Gnostic snake reverers?
the answer is ophism
