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Gnostic Altered States

April D. Deconick

The Gnostic New Age September 27, 2016 DOI: 10.7312/columbia/9780231170765.003.0007 (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed
Key points Argues that Gnostic initiation involves a structured process of ritual practices that aim to produce positive cognitive changes, as illustrated by the movie "Altered States."

Abstract

Initiatory structure of Gnostic initiation; therapeutic goals of Gnostic initiation; ritual practices and positive cognitive changes. Engages the movie, "Altered States."

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