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Simon Magus is often associated with the origin of Gnosticism, being its likely founder.
Simon Magus
Simon Magus, a significant figure in Gnosticism, was known for both founding a gnostic sect and engaging in theological conflicts, particularly with the Apostle Peter, through theosophic contests. He was celebrated as a gnostic heresiarch, performing miracles as part of his teachings and practices. Simon Magus is often referenced in early Christian literature and traditions, highlighting his central part in Gnostic movements and his confrontation with early Christian beliefs.
Concordance & Cross-References
Primary Correspondences & Figures
PleromaSubstance
Simon Magus's teachings are described as emanating from the pleroma, suggesting a deep connection.
Theophisic ControversiesConcept
Simon Magus was directly involved in the theosophic controversies with St.
MenanderPerson
Menander was a disciple of Simon Magus and continued his teachings
St. PeterPerson
Simon Magus and St. Peter had conflicting beliefs, and St. Peter allegedly outperformed Simon in a spiritual contest.
BasilidesPerson
Basilides was influenced by Simon Magus's teachings and used similar concepts in his own school of Gnosticism
Mediate Correspondences
Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities
I. Simon Magus & Gnostics
Simon Magus is often associated with the origin of Gnosticism, being its likely founder.
II. Gnostics & Great Pyramid
The Gnostics believed that the Great Pyramid symbolized the secret doctrine and the subterranean passages. The Great Pyramid is the symbol of the subterranean passages and the secret doctrine that the Gnostics believe in.
I. Simon Magus & Gnostics
Simon Magus is often associated with the origin of Gnosticism, being its likely founder.
II. Gnostics & Philosophical Stone
Gnostics sought the wisdom of the Philosophical Stone, making them part of its lineage
I. Simon Magus & Gnostics
Simon Magus is often associated with the origin of Gnosticism, being its likely founder.
II. Gnostics & Essenes
Both shared beliefs in emanationism and the need to interpret sacred texts like the Mosaic Law
I. Simon Magus & Gnostics
Simon Magus is often associated with the origin of Gnosticism, being its likely founder.
II. Gnostics & Subterranean Chamber
The subterranean chamber, connected to the descending passage, was part of the Gnostic mystery that the Gnostics believed to be significant within the Great Pyramid.
I. Simon Magus & Pleroma
Simon Magus's teachings are described as emanating from the pleroma, suggesting a deep connection.
II. Pleroma & Numen
Pleroma, or Fullness, and Numen, or Mind, are entities within the Gnostic hierarchy of emanations. According to the Gnostic belief system, Pleroma initiates the creation of Numen. This metaphysical relationship describes how the vast, complete essence of Pleroma brings forth Numen, embodying the concept of Mind or intellect.
I. Simon Magus & Basilides
Basilides was influenced by Simon Magus's teachings and used similar concepts in his own school of Gnosticism
II. Basilides & Gnosticism
Basilides was a key figure in the early formation of Gnostic teachings that influenced later developments
I. Simon Magus & St. Peter
Simon Magus and St. Peter had conflicting beliefs, and St. Peter allegedly outperformed Simon in a spiritual contest.
II. St. Peter & St. Paul
Both figures performed similar miracles, indicating a connection in their shared feats
I. Simon Magus & Gnostics
Simon Magus is often associated with the origin of Gnosticism, being its likely founder.
II. Gnostics & Great Deity
The Gnostics believed that the Great Deity was symbolized by the Great Pyramid and associated with the subterranean passages. The Great Deity, a central and revered figure among the Gnostics, is symbolically represented by the Great Pyramid. This deity is intricately associated with the subterranean passages of the pyramid, which hold profound significance within their secret doctrine. The Gnostics engage in the worship of The Great Deity, integrating the symbol of the pyramid and its subterranean realm into their religious and esoteric practices. Central to their beliefs, the Great Deity is perceived through the mysteries embodied by the Great Pyramid, emphasizing its central part in the Gnostic world view and spiritual pursuits. These descriptions collectively highlight the deep theological and mystical significance of The Great Deity to the Gnostics, intertwining religious reverence with geographical symbolism.
Simon MagusthroughPleromailluminatesDemiurgus
I. Simon Magus & Pleroma
Simon Magus's teachings are described as emanating from the pleroma, suggesting a deep connection.
II. Pleroma & Demiurgus
Pleroma, or Fullness, gives rise to the Demiurgus, the creator of the lower worlds in Gnostic thought
Simon MagusthroughBasilidesilluminatesAbraxas
I. Simon Magus & Basilides
Basilides was influenced by Simon Magus's teachings and used similar concepts in his own school of Gnosticism
II. Basilides & Abraxas
Basilides formulated the concept of Abraxas, a composite symbol representing the Supreme Being