Gnostic Jesus Spirit Redemeer

Title: Gnostic Jesus Spirit Redemeer
Category: /Society & Culture/Religion
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Gnostic Jesus Spirit Redemeer
Gnostic writings of Jesus portray him as a heavenly redeemer made less of flesh than of spirit. The emphasis of Jesus' importance is not on his physical humanness but rather, on his ability to show people the way to the kingdom. Jesus put on flesh in order to give people gnosis and reveal to them where they come from and where they will eventually return. When it is time for Jesus to return to his …showed first 75 words of 2965 total…
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…showed last 75 words of 2965 total…perfect in every way. Our bodies keep us from realizing that we have something inside us that is more important. The world around us keeps us from looking inside ourselves. A docetic Christ, shows the importance of the word rather than earthly actions. By examining Christ's journey, we can have a better idea of our own soul's journey. When we achieve gnosis, we will gain entrance to the kingdom with God as well as Christ.

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