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Pistis Sophia
G. R. S. Mead
Pistis Sophia
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G. R. S. Mead’s translation makes available a major Coptic Gnostic text that presents post-resurrection dialogues between Jesus and his disciples, especially about cosmology, salvation, and the soul’s ascent. Its significance lies in preserving a rare and complex witness to late antique Gnostic spirituality; readers will find detailed revelations, mythic narratives, and ritual language.
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3 documented copies, ranked by holding institution, verification status and format. Sophia Aporrheta links to each holding institution; it does not host the files.
Wellcome Collection
https://wellcomecollection.org/works/gt9cbqfs
Preferred copyVerified · Sep 26, 2026Institutional library Online ReaderLatinBerlin, 1853 — Schwartze/Petermann Latin translation of the Coptic codexPublic Domain Mark (Wellcome Collection)
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Verified · Sep 26, 2026Authorized open repository Record PageEnglishLondon, 1896 — Mead translation, first edition (scan: Brigham Young University)Public Domain
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Original recordAvailable at source (automated check blocked) · Sep 26, 2026Specialist archive Online ReaderEnglishFree to Read at Source
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