What Sets Us Free: Gnosticism and Liberation - Available Monday, July 30

"What makes us free is the gnosis

of who we were,
of what we have become;
of where we were,
of wherein we have been cast;
of whereto we speed,
of wherefrom we are redeemed;
of what birth truly is,
and of what rebirth truly is."
    - Excerpta Ex Theodoto

Drawing on contemporary scholarship and the living practices of the Alexandrian Gnostic Church, What Sets Us Free provides an accessible overview of Gnostic cosmology, soteriology, and sacraments, focusing on the movement founded by Valentinus. Suitable for inquirers, discussion groups, and classes,  this book also includes a survey of other classical schools of Gnosticism and related movements, along with suggestions and practical steps for beginning a personal Gnostic practice. 

The book begins with a historical overview of Gnosticism, starting with the classical Gnostics, continuing through the Cathars and related movements, as well as the Gnostic Restoration that began with the work of Jules Doinel (Tau Valentin II) and continues with the growth of contemporary Gnostic Communities.

The second part of the book uses the Excerpta Ex Theodoto as a frame to explore the major themes of Gnosticism from the viewpoint of the Alexandrian Gnostic Church, with a focus on applying those ideas to inner work.

What Sets Us Free: Gnosticism and Liberation will be available for sale via Amazon.com and this blog.