The Gnostic Serpent Wheel pictured
above represents the eight Aeons of Gnosticism. It is a emblem of the cycles
of time and is a symbol of the Gnostic messiah- the eighth Aeon who brings awakening
and restores unity. It is closely related to the eight-spoked catholic baptismal
cross- the Sunday of the resurrection was for early Christians an eighth day,
and symbolized regeneration.
This cycle was represented for some Gnostics by the serpent, who was associated
with the "self-begotten" Deity by virtue of its ability to "give
birth to itself" by the shedding of its skin.
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Gnosticism
A belief system with a unique worldview, Gnosticism is both an ancient Pagan
religion and an early Christian Heresy. Gnostic belief is purported
by some to be the original Christianity, by others the greatest heresy.
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