The Corpus Hermeticum

by G. R. S. Mead (Translator)

Overview

This complete edition of the Corpus Hermeticum, which introduces in eighteen chapters the religious and philosophical principles of Hermetics, was translated by G. R. S. Mead.

Hermetics is a religious, philosophical, and esoteric practice based around the beliefs and writings of the pagan priest Hermes Trismegistus. Influential for its distinct beliefs and characteristics, Hermeticism carried a profound influence over the Renaissance in Europe. Many Christian believers paid it heed, with much art depicting the Hermetic belief system appearing between the 14th and 17th centuries in particular.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940162753926
Publisher:	Walrus Books Publisher
Publication date:	07/11/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	412 KB

About the Author

This translation by G. R. S. Mead originally appeared in 1906, and has been considered authoritative and faithful to the ancient Hermetic texts ever since.