Perring, D. (2003). `Gnosticism' in fourth-century Britain:. Britannia 34. Vol 34, pp. 97-127.
| Title: | `Gnosticism' in fourth-century Britain: | |||||
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| Subtitle: | the Frampton mosaics reconsidered | |||||
| Issue: | Britannia 34 | |||||
| Series: | Britannia | |||||
| Volume: | 34 | |||||
| Page Start/End: | 97 - 127 | |||||
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| Publication Type: | Journal | |||||
| Abstract: | An examination of the iconography of the fourth-century mosaics, as recorded by Samuel Lysons, considers the juxtaposition of Christian and Pagan elements in relation to the intellectual context and symbolism of the period. Referring to Gnostic and Orphic worship, the author argues that the images describe a quest, based in dualistic belief, for victory of the soul over death. This quest is illustrated in the three separate sections of the main room. The other parts of the house, so far as they are known, are also considered with reference to Gnostic ritual, in particular to baptism and the bridal chamber. Comparisons are made with the iconography of mosaics at Lullingstone, Cirencester, Hinton St Mary and elsewhere, and of silver and pewter vessels of the period, and the historical context of religious belief and philosophy is described. | |||||
| Year of Publication: | 2003 | |||||
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| Created Date: | 04 Mar 2004 |
