In the previous episode, we discussed some of the beliefs of the Gnostics. Now we will talk about the documents various Gnostic groups used as their scared literature, along with the characteristics of these groups. We will also discuss the Marcionites, a group that held Gnostic beliefs and for a time was a serious contender with the Proto-Orthodox movement for the development of the mainstream Christian movement.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: mailto:steve@atozhistorypage.comhttp://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.