Gnostic Influences

Gnostic influences refer to ideas from Gnosticism, an ancient spiritual movement emphasizing that true knowledge (gnosis) reveals a divine spark within humans. Gnostics believed the material world is flawed or created by a lesser deity, and salvation comes from awakening this inner knowledge to reconnect with the divine. These ideas have influenced later spiritual and philosophical thought by highlighting themes of inner awareness, duality between spirit and matter, and the importance of personal spiritual insight over external authority. In modern contexts, Gnostic influences are seen in various mystical and esoteric traditions that explore hidden knowledge and inner enlightenment.