Publisher's Synopsis
Explore the mysteries of sacred knowledge with the "Corpus Hermeticum," a fascinating collection of 17 mystico-philosophical treatises attributed to the legendary Hermes Trismegistus, a syncretic figure born from the fusion of the Greek god Hermes and the Egyptian god Thoth. Written between the 1st and 3rd centuries CE, these esoteric texts unveil timeless wisdom that profoundly influenced Western thought. Compiled by Byzantine scholars in the Middle Ages, the "Corpus Hermeticum" presents a complex spiritual doctrine, blending theology, cosmology, anthropology, and soteriology. From the genesis of the universe to the quest for inner illumination, these Hermetic writings invite you on an initiatory journey to the heart of life's mysteries. Translated into Latin during the Renaissance by the humanists Marsilio Ficino and Lodovico Lazzarelli, the "Corpus Hermeticum" sparked unprecedented enthusiasm in European intellectual and artistic circles. Regarded as the expression of a prisca theologia, a primordial theology revealed by God to humanity, it fueled the speculations of alchemists, Kabbalists, and philosophers in search of ultimate knowledge. Oscillating between Christianity and paganism, Hermeticism offered a middle path to reconcile faith and reason, tradition and innovation. Its influence was felt in fields as diverse as literature, art, magic, and the occult sciences, from Giordano Bruno to Isaac Newton. Whether you are passionate about esotericism, a lover of ancient philosophy, or curious about the history of ideas, the "Corpus Hermeticum" is an essential treasure. Let yourself be spellbound by the depth of these enigmatic texts and discover the quintessence of Hermetic wisdom, at the crossroads of Personal Development, Spirituality, and Religion & Mythology. The true identity of the author of the "Corpus Hermeticum" remains shrouded in mystery. Traditionally attributed to Hermes Trismegistus, this collection is actually the work of several anonymou
