Gnosticism's Origins
Gnosticism emerged from pre-Christian philosophical traditions, heavily influenced by Hellenistic thought, particularly Platonism. Its dualistic worldview portrayed the material realm as flawed, contrasting sharply with orthodox Christian beliefs. As Christianity became more organized, Gnosticism was condemned as heretical, leading to its decline and eventual disappearance from mainstream religious discourse.In this clip
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