Esotericism
The Logos of Hermes Trismegistus
A Summary of “The Perfect Sermon”, or “Asclepius” (100 CE)
The Perfect Discourse or Asclepius is a Hermetic text that was written between 100 and 300 CE. It is, along with the Corpus Hermeticum, one of the most well-known and appreciated of the religio-philosophical Hermetica.
The work deals with a number of different topics, but in particular it attempts to convey the idea of the ultimate oneness of the world with God, wherein “Man” is a link between the two. It is also famous for its pertinent prophecy regarding the future of Egypt.
We continue with a simplified abridgement of the text.
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God has brought you here, Asclepius, for a divine sermon, surpassing all others in piety and inspiration. If you understand this Word, your mind will be filled with goodness. I dedicate this treatise to you, Asclepius. Bring only Ammon, for we do not want a large audience. It is impious to share divine knowledge with the crowd.
