Gnosis

Gnosis is a term used in various Hellenistic religions and philosophies, as well as in Gnosticism and the Baháʼí Faith to signify a spiritual knowledge or "revelation", mystical enlightenment.

Etymology

The term Gnosis is derived from the Greek word γνῶσις (gnōsis) which means "knowledge". It is often used in a philosophical or spiritual context to refer to the knowledge gained through personal experience, as opposed to knowledge gained through teaching or observation.

In Hellenistic Philosophy

In Hellenistic philosophy, Gnosis was seen as a higher form of knowledge that could only be achieved through direct experience or revelation. This was in contrast to the more common form of knowledge, episteme, which was based on empirical observation and logical reasoning.

In Gnosticism

In Gnosticism, Gnosis is considered a divine knowledge that leads to salvation. It is believed to be a direct, personal experience of the divine that transcends the physical world and leads to spiritual enlightenment.

In the Baháʼí Faith

In the Baháʼí Faith, Gnosis is seen as a spiritual insight or enlightenment that is achieved through the recognition and acceptance of Bahá'u'lláh, the founder of the Baháʼí Faith, as the Manifestation of God for this age.

See Also

• Gnosticism
• Hellenistic Philosophy
• Baháʼí Faith

References

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