Simon Magus

Simon Magus is a book written by G.R.S. Mead that explores the life and teachings of Simon Magus, a controversial figure in early Christianity. Mead delves into the historical accounts of Simon Magus, tracing his origins as a Samaritan magician and his eventual journey to Rome, where he gained a following as a religious leader. Mead examines the various accounts of Simon Magus in early Christian literature, including the New Testament and the writings of early church fathers such as Irenaeus and Hippolytus. The book also explores the Gnostic and Hermetic traditions that Simon Magus is said to have influenced, and the impact of his teachings on early Christian theology. Mead's work offers a comprehensive and insightful look at one of the most enigmatic figures of early Christianity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.