Scholars distinguish between Gnosticism as developed in the
Eastern Mediterranean region and “small-Gnosticism,” or traditions in other
cultures that emphasize direct inner contact with the Divine, studies and
methods for enhancing it, rituals of spiritual initiation, and some version of
the Anima Mundi (Soul of the World: not just Earth, but cosmos).
Jung, Hesse, and Tolkien are presented as
modern-day Gnostics even though all three denied it publicly.
Jung tried to evolve Christianity
psychologically by introducing Gnostic ideas of wholeness via his form of depth
psychology
Breakdown the movie “The Wizard of Oz” using a
gnostic lens
Feel free to include some imagery, poetry, and
artwork as appendicies
Give strong consideration to using April
DeConnick’s work as a source
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