Chaldean Oracles

The Chaldean Oracles are a collection of mystical texts that emerged in the 2nd century CE, attributed to a figure named Chaldean sage. They blend elements of Neoplatonism and ancient Babylonian religious thought, focusing on spiritual ascent, the nature of the divine, and the soul's journey. These writings emphasize the role of intermediary beings and the importance of rituals and meditation in achieving unity with the divine. The Oracles were influential in shaping later philosophical and religious ideas, particularly in the development of the Western esoteric tradition.