The Apocryphon of John

The Apocryphon of John is an early Christian text that reveals secret teachings about God, creation, and the universe. It describes a complex spiritual hierarchy, emphasizing knowledge (gnosis) as essential for understanding divine truth. The text presents a cosmology where a supreme, unknowable God creates lesser beings, including a flawed creator figure called the Demiurge. It explores themes of enlightenment, salvation, and the hidden nature of divine wisdom, offering an elaborate alternative perspective on Christian origins and spirituality outside mainstream doctrine.