Way of the Hermit

S2E21: Gnosticism Epilogue

In this Season 2 finale, David and Gene synthesize their entire journey through Gnosticism, revealing how the four texts they covered create a complete initiatory system

S2E20: The Thunder, Perfect Mind - Part 2 of 2

In this concluding episode on "The Thunder, Perfect Mind," Gene and David navigate the profound paradoxes of one of Gnosticism's most enigmatic texts. The voice of B

S2E19: The Thunder, Perfect Mind - Part 1 of 2

In this episode, Gene and David begin their exploration of “The Thunder, Perfect Mind,” one of the most enigmatic and paradoxical texts from the Nag Hammadi library. This

S2E18: The Trimorphic Protennoia - Part 4 of 4

In the conclusion to their exploration of the Trimorphic Protennoia, David and Gene delve into the third and final descent of divine consciousness - the emergence of the

S2E17: The Trimorphic Protennoia - Part 3 of 4

In this episode, David and Gene journey into the heart of one of Gnosticism's most profound and transformative myths - the second descent of the Trimorphic Protennoi

S2E16: The Trimorphic Protennoia - Part 2 of 4

In this episode, Gene and David continue their deep dive into the Gnostic text, "The Trimorphic Protennoia," completing their discussion of the first of three descents of

S2E15: The Trimorphic Protennoia - Part 1 of 4

In this episode of the “Way of the Hermit” podcast, Gene and David embark on a 4-part exploration of the Trimorphic Protennoia (”Three Forms of the First Thought") - a co

S2E14: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 5 of 5

In this concluding episode of their five-part series, David and Gene explore the final 22 sayings of the Gospel of Thomas (93-114), revealing the text's most profoun

S2E13: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 4 of 5

In this episode, David and Gene continue their exploration of the Gospel of Thomas, examining sayings 70-92. These sayings focus on navigating the duality between spiritu

S2E12: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 3 of 5

In this episode, David and Gene continue their discussion of the Gospel of Thomas, exploring sayings 47-69 of this profound and mysterious Gnostic text. The sayings it co

S2E11: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 2 of 5

In this episode, David and Gene continue their exploration of the Gospel of Thomas, examining sayings 24-46 of this enigmatic Gnostic text. Building on their previous dis

S2E10: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 1 of 5

In this episode of the Way of the Hermit Podcast, David and Gene begin their exploration of the Gospel of Thomas, a collection of 114 enigmatic sayings attributed to the

S2E9: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 4 of 4

In this episode of Way of the Hermit, David and Gene conclude their deep dive into The Secret Gospel of John, uncovering its profound esoteric teachings on self-awareness

S2E8: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 3 of 4

In this episode of Way of the Hermit, David and Gene continue their exploration of the “Secret Gospel of John,” delving deeper into the text’s esoteric description of the

S2E7: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 2 of 4

In this episode, David and Gene continue their exploration of the Secret Gospel of John, delving into its complex cosmology and comparing it with Neoplatonic philosophy.

S2E6: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 1 of 4

In this episode, David and Gene begin their exploration of "The Secret Gospel of John," also known as the "Apocryphon of John," a pivotal text in the Sethian Gnostic trad

S2E5: Gnostic Christianity

In this episode, David and Gene delve into the fascinating world of Gnostic Christianity, exploring its origins, philosophical concepts, and enduring influence. The epis

S2E4: Gnosis Reborn

In this episode of "Way of the Hermit," David and Gene dive down the rabbit hole, into the world of Gnosticism and its connection to Freemasonry. They explore how Gnostic

S2E3: Introducing Gnosis

In this episode, David and Gene begin their deep dive into Gnosticism and its intimate connection to Freemasonry. They explore the key concepts that form the foundation o

S2E2: A Path to Providence - Part 2 of 2

In this episode, David and Gene delve into the world of esoteric Freemasonry with their esteemed guests, Worshipful Brother Ben Wallace and Most Worshipful Brother Shaun