Corpus Hermeticum: Reader’s Edition
Lightly Modernized Translation Plus the Emerald Tablet of Hermes
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Dennis Logan
This Reader’s Edition presents a refined and lightly modernized version of G. R. S. Mead’s classic English translation of the Corpus Hermeticum. The goal is to preserve the original depth and rhythm of the text while making it clear and engaging for modern listeners. The book also includes the Emerald Tablet of Hermes (Tabula Smaragdina), providing a complete introduction to Hermetic philosophy in one accessible volume.
What’s Inside
• Lightly modernized text of G. R. S. Mead’s translation for improved readability and flow without altering the meaning or tone.
• A scholarly introduction exploring the origins of Hermetic thought, its relationship to early Christian, Platonic, and Gnostic philosophy, and its enduring influence on spiritual traditions.
• A detailed glossary of important figures, terms, and concepts from Greek, Egyptian, and late-antique sources.
• Free audiobook access to all included texts—the Corpus Hermeticum and the Emerald Tablet of Hermes—with simple instructions provided inside.
Why This Edition
• Faithful yet approachable: The text retains the integrity of Mead’s translation while smoothing syntax for clarity.
• Scholarly and listenable: Balanced between academic precision and accessibility for everyday listeners.
• Complete and cohesive: Presents the Corpus Hermeticum alongside the Tabula Smaragdina, illuminating the foundational Hermetic principle “as above, so below.”
Ideal For
• Listeners interested in Hermeticism, ancient philosophy, mysticism, and the Western esoteric tradition.
• Students, scholars, and study groups seeking a reliable, listenable version.
• Collectors and enthusiasts of classic spiritual and philosophical texts.
Edition Notes
Primary Text Source: G. R. S. Mead, Thrice Greatest Hermes (1906–1910)
Editorial Revisions and Glossary: Breandan Lumpkin