1. The Kybalion, First published in 1908, "The Kybalion" is a modern hermetic text attributed to the "Three Initiates." It draws from ancient hermetic teachings and distills them into seven hermetic principles.
2. Hermetica: The Hermetica is a collection of ancient Egyptian-Greek texts attributed to Hermes Trismegistus, believed to have been written between the 1st and 4th centuries CE. These texts cover various philosophical and theological topics, reflecting the syncretic nature of Hellenistic Egypt.
3. The Perfect Sermon: Also known as the "Asclepius," this text is part of the Corpus Hermeticum, attributed to Hermes Trismegistus. It was likely composed in the early centuries of the Common Era, around the 2nd or 3rd century CE. The "Perfect Sermon" explores themes of divine wisdom and the nature of reality.
4. Stobaei Hermetica: Compiled by the Byzantine scholar Stobaeus in the 5th century CE, this collection contains excerpts from various hermetic texts. It provides valuable insights into hermetic philosophy and spiritual practices during late antiquity.
5. The Emerald Tablets: The origins of "The Emerald Tablets" are shrouded in mystery, with legends attributing them to Hermes Trismegistus in ancient Egypt. While their precise dating is uncertain, they are believed to have been written sometime between the 6th and 8th centuries CE. These tablets contain esoteric teachings on alchemy, metaphysics, and spiritual enlightenment.
