#05: Corpus Hermeticum (31:48)

Episode 05: Corpus Hermeticum

Springing from the Alexandrian mix of Greek, Roman, Jewish, Christian and Gnostic traditions, the Corpus Hermeticum tells us about the great philosophical frameworks in which the early Hermetic philosophers were operating.

After having been lost for almost a millennium, the Corpus Hermeticum caused a great stir when it was rediscovered in 1460 and became widespread with the introduction of Gutenberg's printing press. Once believed to be older than the writings of both Plato and Socrates, the Corpus Hermeticum influenced many of the Renaissance thinkers and have forever shaped the western mystery tradition.

Learn More:
  • Corpus Hermeticum - Early 20th century translation by G.R.S. Mead. Introduction by J.M. Greer)
  • Corpus Hermeticum - 17th century translation by John Everard from Ficino's Latin version
  • The Way of Hermes - A much more recent translation from the original. Available through Amazon.com.

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Posted by Chasing Hermes at March 1, 2009
Categories: Podcast Episodes
Tags: Asclepius Asklepios Pymander Poimandres gnosticism Corpus Hermeticum Tat Hermes medici hermetism Renaissance ficino nous hermeticism Alexandria
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  • March 5, 2009 Lil wrote:
    Hi guys,

    I really loved that one! I am among the people who had never heard about that text before (not that I know anyway) and thought your discussion was extremely enlightening!
    It's true that it is very surprinsing people know so much about Renaissance, but yet so little about the Corpus Hermeticum...
    You made me want to know more.

    Also, I take this opportunity to tell you how great your podcasts are. I really love the great balance you've reached between easy-going and deep reflexions. Your knowledge on these things is astonishing, and yet you make it sounds so easy and reachable.
    So thank you and keep them coming!

    Best,
    Lil
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  • April 4, 2011 remonline wrote:
    Why I can not print a document?
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  • May 4, 2011 Tish wrote:
    This has made my day. I wish all psoitngs were this good.
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