[0:06]Did you know that a manuscript hidden for 1500 years can challenge everything you believe about reality? Pistis Sophia is a gnostic treasure that reveals profound secrets about the nature of Christianity and our universe. In this video, we unravel its intriguing origins, the cultural context of Alexandria, and the revelations that may transform your spiritual perspective. Hello, I'm Leandro, and today on the Libersol channel, we are exploring the fascinating story of Book one of Pistis Sophia. Get ready to discover hidden truths that can reshape your understanding of the Divine. On an ordinary day in the year 1772, on the streets of London, Dr Askew, a physician with a curious mind, acquired a modest codex, unaware that he was about to unveil one of the most extraordinary documents of early Christian gnosticism. This manuscript, now known as Pistis Sophia, had been hidden for nearly 1500 years, carrying secrets that defied the conventions of Christianity and even the very nature of reality. When Askew passed away, his heirs sold the codex to the British Museum in the year 1785 for 10 pounds 10 shillings, a sum that, in the light of history, reveals itself as astonishingly small for a priceless treasure. The codex consists of 178 sheets of high quality parchment, meticulously prepared, totaling 356 pages. Paleographic analysis reveals that two distinct scribes worked on it, their different handwritings telling a story of devotion and care. The first scribe's elegant script contrasts with that of the second, whose trembling hand suggests an elderly man, perhaps dedicating his final years to the preservation of sacred mysteries. This manuscript, dated to the 5th century of the common era, preserves a much older text originally written in Greek in Egypt during the 3rd century. Evidence indicates that the title, Pistis Sophia, as we know it today, is actually a misnomer. The more accurate designation would be a portion of the Savior's books, since the text represents only an extract from a much larger literary corpus. To understand the context in which this work emerged, we must journey to Alexandria, the second largest city of the Roman Empire in the 3rd century, a cultural crossroads where knowledge and spirituality were deeply intertwined. In this vibrant setting, marble-paved streets led to centers of learning, and the Library of Alexandria shone as a beacon where philosophers debated, physicians studied, and texts were translated and interpreted. 3rd century Alexandria was not merely a center of learning, but a place where diverse religious traditions coexisted. Temples dedicated to Isis and Osiris stood alongside Jewish synagogues and emerging Christian basilicas. The very essence of Pistis Sophia reflects this diversity, revealing that the gnostic communities responsible for this text were composed of educated and relatively prosperous individuals. Their ability to quote the Septuagint and interpret complex religious writings points to a level of formal education, enjoyed by only a small portion of the urban population. The Askew Codex is therefore not just a repository of knowledge, but a testament to the rich social and spiritual fabric of its time, showing that women such as Mary Magdalene were not merely participants, but leaders and interpreters of sacred mysteries. The communal structure suggested by the text points to a flexible hierarchy, in which authority was grounded in spiritual illumination, rather than rigid institutional roles. Ritual practices, such as night vigils aligned with the full moon, reveal a profound connection between these communities and the rhythms of the natural world. Pistis Sophia, far from being merely a religious document, becomes a gateway for understanding the complexity of the human soul in its search for the Divine. Through the narrative of Sophia, who cries out to the light of lights, we are invited to reflect on our own pursuit of meaning and understanding amid darkness. This manuscript is not simply a relic of the past, but an invitation to explore spirituality, identity, and the search for truth in a world that often feels confusing and challenging. Through its rediscovery, Pistis Sophia re-emerges as a light that illuminates not only the paths of history, but our own as well, revealing that the mysteries of the soul and the question of salvation remain eternally intertwined with the human experience. 12 years after the resurrection, on the Mount of Olives, Jesus was meeting with his disciples, all of whom were men and women instructed in gnosis. The atmosphere was one of intense joy, a celebration of revelations they believed they had received in their fullness. They thought they were standing before the completeness of knowledge, unaware that what they possessed was only the surface of a vast mystery that was yet to unfold. Jesus had guided them into the regions of the first commandment and the first mystery, but he had not yet revealed the infinitely deeper realities that existed beyond this 24th mystery. It was a time of great expectation, but also of limitation, since the true depth of the cosmos remained hidden from them. This principle of progressive revelation was central to gnosticism. Knowledge could not simply be poured out upon those who were not yet prepared. On the 15th day of the month of Tibe, when the full moon illuminated the sky, the air was charged with meaning. Tibe, the fifth month of the Egyptian calendar, was aligned with the ritual practices of gnostic communities, which often gathered during this lunar phase. While the disciples spoke among themselves and rejoiced, Jesus stood apart in silent meditation, on the verge of receiving a transformation that would change everything. As the sun began to rise, a great power of light descended from heaven, surrounding Jesus in immeasurable glory. This light emanated from the last mystery, the one that is the 24th, the summit of all realities. When the disciples saw this light, they were overcome by fear and agitation, unable to comprehend the magnificence of what they were witnessing. The light that enveloped Jesus was not merely a divine manifestation, but a cosmic transformation. In an act of compassion, he drew the glory of this light into himself, allowing his disciples to approach and behold him without being blinded. They worshipped him, rejoicing and asking about his mission and the events they had witnessed. Jesus reassured them, promising that from that moment forward he would speak to them openly, without parables, revealing to them the mysteries of the universe. As the transformation continued, Jesus explained that his garment of light, which he had left in the last mystery, was now being sent to him.

[7:04]This garment symbolized not only his glory, but the totality of the knowledge and authority bestowed upon him. He had brought with him 12 potencies from the treasury of light, implanted in their mother's wombs, granting them the strength to endure the tribulations to come. The incarnation of each of them was part of a greater plan, a calling toward the salvation of the world. The time of revelation had arrived, and the garment that Jesus was about to receive was the key to the fulfillment of that mystery. When the light finally settled around him, he prepared to put on the robe, which contained not only his essence, but also the glory of the higher mysteries and a wisdom that transcends human understanding. In this cosmic moment, the garment was described as holding the glory of all the names of all mysteries, revealing a hierarchy of light and power. By wearing the first garment, Jesus did not merely transform himself, but also joined a chorus of mysteries that cried out to him. The five sacred words inscribed upon it formed an invocation to the first mystery, expressing the unity and communion of all its emanations. As he hastened to clothe himself, Jesus was about to fulfill his divine mission, an act that was not simply a personal transition, but a cosmic rebirth destined to alter the very structure of the universe. He was about to reveal the fullness of knowledge, inaugurating a new era of enlightenment for those prepared to receive the truth. When Jesus perceived the mystery of all the words contained in the garment that had been sent to him, he immediately clothed himself in it and shone with overwhelming brilliance, hovering at a great height. This act of vesting himself produced an instantaneous transformation, an immeasurable radiance that enveloped him completely. He stood before the first door of the firmament, where the light surrounding him knew no limits. This firmament, the first cosmic barrier separating the material world from the higher realms, responded to his presence. The doors of the firmament were shaken and opened of their own accord, an irresistible response to the light emanating from his very essence. The rulers of the firmament, all the angels and authorities, fell into agitation, unable to comprehend the great light that enveloped them. They stared at the radiant garment that Jesus wore, recognizing in it the mysteries that contained their own names, and in panic wondered,

[9:34]How did the Lord of the universe pass through us without us knowing? This revelation brought ontological terror, laying bare their weaknesses, and revealing the authority that now dominated them. All the bonds that bound them were loosened, and one by one they left their orders, falling into adoration, unable to do otherwise. How did the Lord of the universe pass through us without our knowing, they murmured. A forced acknowledgement of their powerlessness in the face of such greatness. They did not see Jesus, but only the light. They could not discern his form because the intensity of his presence obscured everything around them. Thus, Jesus ascended to the first sphere, where he shone 49 times more brightly than in the firmament. When he reached the gate of the first sphere, it opened for him as well, and the same sequence of agitation and supplication followed. He entered, and all the rulers of that sphere fell into despair when they saw the great light that surrounded him. They recognized the mystery of his name upon Jesus' garment and in panic wondered, How did the Lord of the universe pass through us without us knowing? The same pattern was repeated upon reaching destiny, where the intensity of the light was even greater. And the rulers of that sphere likewise fell into agitation and fear. The bonds of their orders were broken, and they all prostrated themselves, worshipping the light that surpassed them. The ascent continued, leading Jesus to the 12 aeons, where the luminous intensity was now 8,700 myriads, brighter than when he was among mortals. The supreme cosmic powers, once dominant, now panicked, running without restraint, unable to seal their regions. Adamas, the great tyrant, and all the tyrants of the aeons rose up against the light, fighting in vain, not knowing against whom they were fighting, for they perceived only the light that surpassed all. When they fought against this light, they were weakened, and became like the inhabitants of the Earth, dead and lifeless. In his great agitation, Jesus intervened at three decisive moments. First, he took from all the Archons one third of their power, crippling their magic and reducing their influence over the world. Then he altered the cosmic destinies, causing their spheres to turn to the left and to the right, breaking the predictive cycles that had previously governed their actions. Finally, he shortened the periods of their influence, ensuring that the salvation of souls would not be delayed. In response, Mary Magdalene, blessed among women, connected these events with the prophecies of Isaiah, revealing that the power of the light had foretold these changes, while Philip asked about salvation and the reason for this transformation. Jesus confirmed that his intervention was directed toward the salvation of all souls, allowing those who were ready to be quickly lifted up, while those who were not would be swiftly destroyed. Thus the cosmic order and the dynamic between light and darkness were reconfigured, not as a mere whim, but as part of a divine plan in which every action of Jesus reverberated through the realms, echoing the promise of redemption and transformation. It came to pass after I ascended to the veils of the 13th aeon, when I reached their veils, they parted of their own accord and opened to me. I entered the 13th aeon and found Pistis Sophia below it, all alone, without any companion. She sat in that region lamenting and mourning, for she had not been admitted to the 13th aeon, her upper region. Her grief multiplied, for she also lamented the torments that self-arrogant, one of the three triple powers, had inflicted upon her. Pistis Sophia, whose name means faith wisdom, was one of the 24 emanations of the great invisible ancestor. Her essence, as a divine emanation, placed her in an intermediate position within the cosmic hierarchy, below the treasury of light, but above the 12 aeons ruled by the Archons. Her identity was intertwined with her sizygoic pair, one of the 22 invisibles together forming a complete unity. Yet the story of her fall began with a command from the first mystery that caused her to gaze upward. The desire to reach what was above her appointed place led her into transgression. She beheld the light of the veil of the treasury of light and longed for that region, but she could not attain it. This impossible longing for fulfillment led her to abandon her appointed mystery, devoting herself instead to singing praises to the light she had glimpsed. When she discontinued her function, the rulers of the 12 aeons hated her, for her aspiration toward the height was seen as a threat to the established order. The cosmic wrath of the Archons turned against her, she who wished to ascend and be above them. In this moment of weakness, the great arrogant self joined them, fueling their hatred. He emanated a great power with the face of a lion, creating an instrument of deception. From his matter arose a host of material emanations, sent into chaos to await Sophia, with the intention of taking her life. Thus, the fall of Pistis Sophia was consummated. Her exhaustion left her vulnerable, while the power of light surrounded and oppressed her.

[15:44]Sophia's sin was multidimensional. She abandoned her mystery, wished to ascend before the appointed time, and acted without her partner, violating the necessary harmony of the gnostic cosmos. Her error of discernment led her to confuse the true light with the counterfeit. The arrogant self, who had become disobedient, operated within the plan of the first commandment, acting as an adversary who manipulated the situation for his own advantage. The tension between malice and higher Providence reveals the complexity of evil, which rather than being a direct product of the Divine, emerges as a secondary result, wherein Orthode's tyrannical ambition becomes a trap for Sophia. She now found herself in chaos, stripped of her powers of light and surrounded by hostile emanations that continued to oppress her. Her situation grew increasingly desperate, for she was alone, separated from her partner and excluded from her proper region. Yet even in her state of exhaustion, Pistis Sophia possessed a potency that no one could take away. Her capacity for repentance and her persistent faith in the light.