Theory, practice and experience
Gnosis is comprised of theoretical, practical and experiential aspects. It deals with man and his relationship with life and the universe.
The theoretical component of gnosis, its role within the courses & programs and within the life of the student is to develop a deep and profound intellectual culture, capable of conceiving and perceiving of the true nature of man and the divine and the path that connects them. The gnostic doctrine is born of the esoteric experiences of the many initiates, masters, aspirants and sages of the past. It is used as a guide and a standard in all aspects of spiritual work. It should be born in mind that theory alone is not gnosis. It is not reality in itself but describes it.
Esoteric practice is the tool used to bring the theory to life in the inner world of the student. It is the means to investigate & inquire, to transform, develop & create. Gnosis provides a vast range of practices that can be implemented to bring about transformation and experience of the vast nature of the gnostic doctrine. Practice is a means and not an end in itself. Gnostic practice is not the mechanical imposition of a rigid discipline but the fluid application of the appropriate technique for a specific purpose.
Experience is the transformational result of the theory and practice of gnosis. It is essential because only from personal experience can the truth come to life within oneself and from which true faith is born.
Gnosis is then the inner experience of the reality of life by means of practice. It is both the faith born of experience along with the path that takes us there.
The theoretical component of gnosis, its role within the courses & programs and within the life of the student is to develop a deep and profound intellectual culture, capable of conceiving and perceiving of the true nature of man and the divine and the path that connects them. The gnostic doctrine is born of the esoteric experiences of the many initiates, masters, aspirants and sages of the past. It is used as a guide and a standard in all aspects of spiritual work. It should be born in mind that theory alone is not gnosis. It is not reality in itself but describes it.
Esoteric practice is the tool used to bring the theory to life in the inner world of the student. It is the means to investigate & inquire, to transform, develop & create. Gnosis provides a vast range of practices that can be implemented to bring about transformation and experience of the vast nature of the gnostic doctrine. Practice is a means and not an end in itself. Gnostic practice is not the mechanical imposition of a rigid discipline but the fluid application of the appropriate technique for a specific purpose.
Experience is the transformational result of the theory and practice of gnosis. It is essential because only from personal experience can the truth come to life within oneself and from which true faith is born.
Gnosis is then the inner experience of the reality of life by means of practice. It is both the faith born of experience along with the path that takes us there.