A list of apocrypha, psedepigrapha, gnostic materials et.al. by the group(s) that used them

MJ. Smith

Has anyone run into anything that tries to associate the extra-biblical literature to the groups that used them.  I've started a very incomplete and very provisional list but don't want to reinvent an existing wheel.

Sethian Gnostic tradition include:

• Apocryphon of John

• The Secret Book of John

• The Nature of the Rulers

• Three Forms of First Thought

• The Holy Book of the Great Invisible Spirit

• The Concept of Our Great Power

• Trimorphic Protennoia

• The Gospel of the Egyptians

• The Book of Allogenes

Valentinian Gnostic tradition include:

• The Gospel of Truth

• The Treatise on the Three Natures

• The Tripartite Tractate

• The Valentinian Exposition

• The Letter to Rheginos

• The Interpretation of Knowledge

• The Dialogue of the Savior

Manichaean Gnostic tradition include:

• The Living Gospel

• The Treasure of Life

• The Book of Giants

• The Book of Mysteries

• The Book of Saints

• The Book of the Spread of the Teachings

• The Letter of Matthew

Marcionite Gnostic tradition include:

• The Gospel of the Lord (also known as the Gospel of Marcion)

• The Antitheses (a text that contrasted the teachings of the Old Testament God with the teachings of Jesus)

• The Apostolicon (a collection of ten letters attributed to Paul that Marcion considered to be authoritative)

Barbelo Gnostic tradition include:

• The Apocryphon of John

• The Secret Book of John

• The Gospel of the Egyptians

• Trimorphic Protennoia

• The Three Steles of Seth

Thomasine Gnostic tradition include:

• The Gospel of Thomas

• The Book of Thomas the Contender

• The Thunder: Perfect Mind

• The Apocalypse of Peter

• The Acts of Peter and the Twelve Apostles

Cainite Gnostic tradition include:

• The Gospel of Judas

• The Apocalypse of Adam

• The First Apocalypse of James

Carpocratian Gnostic tradition include:

• The Gospel of the Egyptians

• The Letter of Peter to Philip

Basilidean Gnostic tradition include:

• The Gospel of the Egyptians

• The Letter of Peter to Philip

Ophite Gnostic tradition include:

• The Apocalypse of Adam

• The First Apocalypse of James

• The Hypostasis of the Archons

Hermetic tradition include:

• The Corpus Hermeticum

• The Asclepius

• The Poimandres

The Ecclesia Gnostica include:

• The Nag Hammadi Library

• The Corpus Hermeticum

• The Pistis Sophia

• The Book of Enoch

• The Gospel of Thomas

AJC include:

• The Nag Hammadi Library

• The Gospel of John

• The Gospel of Thomas

• The Book of Revelation

• The Secret Book of James

Gnostic Church of St. Mary Magdalene include:

• The Gospel of Mary Magdalene

• The Gospel of Philip

• The Gospel of Thomas

• The Pistis Sophia

• The Book of Enoch

Cathars include:

1. The New Testament: The Cathars recognized the authority of the New Testament, but they interpreted its teachings in a manner that was often at odds with the interpretation of the Catholic Church.

2. The Gnostic Gospels: The Cathars valued and used several gnostic gospels, including the Gospel of John, the Gospel of Mary Magdalene, and the Gospel of Thomas.

3. The Book of Revelation: The Cathars placed a great deal of emphasis on the Book of Revelation, and they interpreted its apocalyptic vision in a way that reflected their own dualistic worldview.

4. The "Good News" (or "Evangelium":) This was a book of cathar scripture, written in the local language, that was used to spread their teachings and beliefs.

Bogomils include:

1. The New Testament: The Bogomils recognized the authority of the New Testament, but they interpreted its teachings in a manner that was often at odds with the interpretation of the Orthodox Church.

2. Gnostic texts: The Bogomils valued and used several gnostic texts, including the Gospel of John, the Gospel of Mary Magdalene, and the Gospel of Thomas.

3. The Book of Revelation: The Bogomils placed a great deal of emphasis on the Book of Revelation, and they interpreted its apocalyptic vision in a way that reflected their own dualistic worldview.

4. The "Manichaean Psalter": This was a collection of hymns and prayers used by the Bogomils in their religious practices, which was based on the writings of Mani, the founder of Manichaeism.

Paulicians include:

1. The New Testament: The Paulicians recognized the authority of the New Testament, but they interpreted its teachings in a manner that was often at odds with the interpretation of the Orthodox Church.

2. Gnostic texts: The Paulicians valued and used several gnostic texts, including the Gospel of John, the Gospel of Mary Magdalene, and the Gospel of Thomas.

3. The Book of Revelation: The Paulicians placed a great deal of emphasis on the Book of Revelation, and they interpreted its apocalyptic vision in a way that reflected their own dualistic worldview.

4. "The Key of Truth": This was a collection of hymns and prayers used by the Paulicians in their religious practices, which contained elements of gnosticism and Manichaeism.

Brethren of the Free Spirit may have used the following scriptures:

1. The Bible: The Brethren of the Free Spirit likely used some portions of the Bible, although they may have interpreted it in unconventional ways.

2. Gnostic texts: The Brethren of the Free Spirit were influenced by gnostic thought, and it's possible that they used gnostic texts such as the Gospel of Thomas or the Pistis Sophia.

3. Mystical and mystical-philosophical writings: The Brethren of the Free Spirit were known for their mystical and spiritual practices, and it's possible that they used mystical and mystical-philosophical writings in order to deepen their spiritual understanding.

Some of the most influential texts in esoteric Christianity include:

1. The Bible: The Bible, especially the New Testament, is central to the study and practice of esoteric Christianity. However, esoteric Christians often interpret the Bible in a non-literal and allegorical manner, seeking to uncover deeper spiritual truths and mystical experiences.

2. Gnostic texts: Gnostic texts, such as the Gospel of Thomas, the Pistis Sophia, and the Apocryphon of John, have been important sources of inspiration for esoteric Christians. These texts often offer a different, more mystical understanding of the life and teachings of Jesus, and emphasize the role of personal spiritual experience in the path to salvation.

3. Patristic writings: The writings of the early Christian Church Fathers, such as Origen, Clement of Alexandria, and Dionysius the Areopagite, have been important sources of inspiration for esoteric Christians. These writers often emphasized the role of contemplative prayer, mystical experience, and spiritual allegory in the interpretation of scripture.

4. Hermetic texts: The Hermetic texts, a collection of ancient Egyptian and Greek writings, have been important sources of inspiration for esoteric Christians, particularly for those who focus on the esoteric aspects of the Christian tradition.

5. Kabbalistic texts: The Kabbalistic texts of Jewish mysticism, such as the Sefer Yetzirah and the Zohar, have influenced certain strands of esoteric Christianity, particularly those that focus on the inner meaning of the Bible and the nature of God.

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Jeremy Gunter

I am actually compiling a list, so yours is helpful in getting started. If I ever finish that project, I will share. Thank you!