{"product_id":"gnostic-john-the-baptizer-annotated-edition-in-large-print-hardcover","title":"Gnostic John the Baptizer: Annotated Edition in Large Print - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eG. R. S. Mead\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJohn the Baptist stands at the crossroads of early Christianity and the older religious traditions of the ancient world. In this remarkable study, G.R.S. Mead examines the figure of John from the perspective of Gnostic and esoteric sources, presenting evidence that points to a complex spiritual tradition surrounding the great prophet of the Jordan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing on early texts and comparative research, Mead explores the place of John the Baptizer within Gnostic thought and the religious movements of late antiquity. His study sheds light on traditions in which John appears not only as the forerunner of Christ but also as a spiritual teacher in his own right, preserving elements of ancient mystical doctrine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eG.R.S. Mead was one of the foremost scholars of Gnosticism and a leading figure in the early study of esoteric Christianity. His writings helped shape modern understanding of Gnostic traditions and their relationship to early Christian history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis annotated large-print edition is designed for comfortable reading and includes explanatory notes that clarify historical references and technical terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 214\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 25, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Print:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51892749599008,"sku":"9782384551354","price":28.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/qZ-AaUnZkn9782384551354.webp?v=1781988990","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/gnostic-john-the-baptizer-annotated-edition-in-large-print-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}