Mystery of Mystery Primer Thelemic Ecclesiastical Gnosticism

Mystery of Mystery: A Primer of Thelemic Ecclesiastical Gnosticism" is a book that delves deeply into the Gnostic Mass, a central ritual practiced by the Ecclesia Gnostica Catholica (EGC), the Gnostic Catholic Church, which is considered the religious arm of the Ordo Templi Orientis (OTO) - a group dedicated to the philosophy of Thelema, founded by Aleister Crowley; essentially, it serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the symbolism and historical context behind the Gnostic Mass, including detailed analysis of each element within the ritual and the saints invoked during it. Key points about the book: Focus on the Gnostic Mass: The primary focus of the book is on the Gnostic Mass ritual, exploring its structure, symbolism, and historical roots. Authors: The book is written by prominent members of the EGC, often identified as "Tau Apyron" (David Scriven) and "Soror Helena" (Lynn Scriven), providing an authoritative perspective on the subject. Thelemic and Gnostic elements: It combines Thelemic philosophy, based on the idea of "Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law," with Gnostic concepts, which emphasize the pursuit of spiritual knowledge ("gnosis") to achieve enlightenment. Detailed Saint biographies: A significant portion of the book is dedicated to providing extensive biographical information about each saint invoked during the Gnostic Mass, offering further insight into their symbolic meaning.