In Gnosticism, consciousness is seen as the spark of divine light within each individual. This spark is the true Self, often referred to as the pneuma or spirit. The journey of self-realization, or gnosis, involves recognizing and reconnecting with this divine spark.

Being “born again of the spirit” is a transformative process that allows us to transcend the limitations of the material world, often referred to as the matrix or the kenoma. This rebirth is not just a metaphorical or symbolic experience but a profound shift in consciousness.

As individuals awaken to their true nature, they begin to see through the illusions of the material world and the false self, or ego. This awakening allows them to transcend the matrix and access higher states of consciousness, ultimately reunifying with the divine source.

In this sense, self-realization through Gnosticism is not just a personal journey but a cosmic one, as it involves recognizing one’s place within the larger web of existence and reconnecting with the divine spark that animates all of reality.

My personal view is that this journey of self-realization is not limited to Gnosticism or any particular spiritual tradition. Rather, it is a universal human quest that transcends boundaries and dogma.

The pursuit of gnosis, or spiritual knowledge, is a deeply personal and intimate journey that requires courage, curiosity, and an willingness to challenge one’s own assumptions and limitations.

Ultimately, the goal of self-realization is not to attain some external state or achievement but to recognize and embody one’s true nature, which is already divine, already perfect, and already free.