Way of the Hermit

S2E9: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 4 of 4


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In this episode of Way of the Hermit, David and Gene conclude their deep dive into The Secret Gospel of John, uncovering its profound esoteric teachings on self-awareness, spiritual awakening, and the cosmic struggle between light and darkness.

Picking up where the last episode left off, they explore how the creation of Eve symbolizes a division within Adam’s unified self, representing the separation of conscious and subconscious aspects. This psychic split, orchestrated by the Demiurge, obscures humanity’s divine nature, setting the stage for the journey back to wholeness. Eve, embodying the hidden spark of divinity (the luminous Epinoia), becomes a key figure in awakening Adam to his true nature - a process that mirrors humanity’s longing for self-realization and unity.

The conversation delves into the symbolic narratives of Cain and Abel, representing material desire versus spiritual transience, and Seth, who emerges as a figure of divine recognition and alignment with higher consciousness. David and Gene unpack how these archetypes reflect humanity’s inner struggles and potential for liberation. They also discuss the “fate of souls,” emphasizing how choices influenced by either the Divine Spirit or Counterfeit Spirit determine one’s spiritual trajectory - liberation, imprisonment, or punishment.

Finally, David and Gene examine the redemptive role of the Perfect Pronoia, who descends into darkness to awaken humanity from spiritual slumber. Her three attempts at awakening symbolize stages of moral preparation, philosophical understanding, and spiritual realization, mirroring the Blue Lodge Degrees of Freemasonry and the Scottish Rite.

The episode concludes with an exploration of how Gnostic texts like The Secret Gospel of John serve as seeds (or mental viruses) planted in fertile minds, bearing fruit through shared understanding. So, join us for this thought-provoking conclusion to a discussion of one of history’s most profound spiritual texts.

Deep Dive:

  • Secret Book of John
  • Secret Gospel of John correspondences

Chapters:

  • 01:15 Introduction
  • 02:07 Review
  • 05:28 Creation of Eve
  • 08:16 Adam and Eve
  • 11:23 Cain and Abel
  • 14:48 Seth
  • 17:59 The Fate of Souls
  • 20:51 Chain of Fate
  • 25:27 Redemption
  • 29:30 Conclusions

Resources:

  • The Nag Hammadi Scriptures
  • The Apocryphon of John - Frederick Wisse Translation
  • Gnosis.org - The Gnosis Archive
  • The Red Book: A Reader's Edition by Carl Jung
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