Alexandrian Cult→Lineage
The Alexandrian cult was influenced by the Syrian cult, especially the Simonian sect. ( Both cults were part of the larger Gnostic School, but had differing views on pantheism and dualism
Syrian Cult
The Syrian Cult was a significant school of Gnosticism, characterized by its strong Simonian influence. This Gnostic movement was deeply connected to the teachings of Simon Magus, indicating a profound theological and philosophical lineage. The Syrian Cult's beliefs and practices likely revolved around the idea of spiritual knowledge (gnosis) as a means to salvation, with Simonian teachings providing a foundation for its core doctrines.
Concordance & Cross-References
Primary Correspondences & Figures
Gnostics→Lineage
The Syrian cult had a strong foundation in Simonian Gnosticism, named after Simon Magus.
Mediate Correspondences
Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities
I. Syrian Cult & Gnostics
The Syrian cult had a strong foundation in Simonian Gnosticism, named after Simon Magus.
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. Syrian Cult & Gnostics
The Syrian cult had a strong foundation in Simonian Gnosticism, named after Simon Magus.
II. Gnostics & Philosophical Stone
Gnostics sought the wisdom of the Philosophical Stone, making them part of its lineage
I. Syrian Cult & Gnostics
The Syrian cult had a strong foundation in Simonian Gnosticism, named after Simon Magus.
II. Gnostics & Essenes
Both shared beliefs in emanationism and the need to interpret sacred texts like the Mosaic Law
I. Syrian Cult & Gnostics
The Syrian cult had a strong foundation in Simonian Gnosticism, named after Simon Magus.
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. Syrian Cult & Gnostics
The Syrian cult had a strong foundation in Simonian Gnosticism, named after Simon Magus.
II. Gnostics & Simon Magus
Simon Magus is often associated with the origin of Gnosticism, being its likely founder.
I. Syrian Cult & Gnostics
The Syrian cult had a strong foundation in Simonian Gnosticism, named after Simon Magus.
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.
I. Syrian Cult & Gnostics
The Syrian cult had a strong foundation in Simonian Gnosticism, named after Simon Magus.
II. Gnostics & Christian And Pagan Gnosticism
Christian and pagan Gnostics sought knowledge and wisdom, as indicated by their use of the term Gnosis.