Class Western Esoterism

For researchers in the field of Religion, it is essential to critically understand that all major currents of religious thought have an "interior," "direct experience," Gnostic approach at their origin and manifestation. On the other hand, it is absolutely necessary to understand the field of esotericism, not merely in the popular sense, based on beliefs or secrecy, but from an intelligible definition, a definable and recognizable pattern of thought. Understanding the distinction between direct sources (objects of study) and scientific sources; forming a historical image of Gnostic and esoteric movements; possessing a solid philosophical conception of sources and movements will equip students with skills and tools applicable not only to their master's dissertations and subsequent scientific careers, but also to professional practice in cultural, journalistic, museum, and teaching fields, among others.

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1. Introdução à Cadeira de Esoterismo Ocidental 2. Disciplina de Esoterismo Ocidental  3. Esoterismo na Academia - Método e Estado da Arte 4. Introdução à Disciplina de esoterismo Ocidental  5. Definições; Campo de estudo; Delimitação Científica, Contexto Histórico; e Académico, Estado da Arte. 6. História do Esoterismo Ocidental - As grandes Correntes 7. Dicionário de Gnose e Esoterismo Ocidental  8. Fontes para o Estudo do Cristianismo Gnóstico a) A Herança Perdida de Jesus b) Os Evangelhos Gnósticos  c) Contexto Cultural do Cristianismo primitivo - Nag Hammadi 9. Fontes para o Estudo do Hermetismo a) Hermetismo - Filosofia Hermética  b) Nous e Microcosmos - Nous - Conceito Chave  c) Hermetismo, Jung e Alquimia  d) A Tradição Hermética  10. Alquimia - Alquimia como Caminho Espiritual 11. Rosacruz - Os Manifestos Rosacruzes 12. Maçonaria 13 . Correntes Culturais e Impuslsos Culturais

We will use IBL (Inquiry-Based Learning) tools to present the content. Student Focus: Students are protagonists, responsible for their own learning, and encouraged to actively participate. Active Learning: We will promote hands-on activities, problem-solving, projects, and other strategies that involve students in the learning process. Use of Technology: We will integrate digital tools and online platforms provided by Lusófona University to enrich the learning experience. Collaborative Environment: We will encourage discussion, fostering teamwork and knowledge exchange. After the first general presentation session of the program, students will be asked to choose a topic for oral presentation in one of the subsequent sessions. By the end of the eight sessions, all students should have submitted a paper for discussion.

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