This first batch assume that our spirits do not really belong in this physical universe because they have come from the realm of the highest god. This line of reasoning suggests that these souls are enslaved by the material world and must be enlightened about their true home in that upper, unknown,spiritual realm.
The disciples said to Jesus, "Tell us how our end will be."
Jesus said, "Have you discovered, then, the beginning, that you look for the end? For where the beginning is, there will the end be. Blessed is he who will take his place in the beginning; he will know the end and will not experience death." Logion 18
Jesus said, "If the flesh came into being because of spirit, it is a wonder. But if spirit came into being because of the body, it is a wonder of wonders. Indeed, I am amazed at how this great wealth has made its home in this poverty." Logion 29
Jesus said, "Blessed are the solitary and elect, for you will find the kingdom. For you are from it, and to it you will return." Logion 49
Jesus said, "If they say to you, 'Where did you come from?', say to them, 'We came from the light, the place where the light came into being on its own accord and established itself and became manifest through their image.' If they say to you, 'Is it you?', say, 'We are its children, we are the elect of the living father.' If they ask you, 'What is the sign of your father in you?', say to them, 'It is movement and repose.'" Logion 50
Jesus said, "Adam came into being from a great power and a great wealth, but he did not become worthy of you. For had he been worthy, he would not have experienced death." Logion 85
Many scholars emphasize the passive nature of salvation in gnosticism, but there is much to suggest that the gnostic believer was expected to be active in the world:
Jesus said, "Let him who seeks continue seeking until he finds. When he finds, he will become troubled. When he becomes troubled, he will be astonished, and he will rule over the All." Logion 2
Jesus said, "Become passers-by." Logion 42
Jesus said, "Many are standing at the door, but it is the solitary who will enter the bridal chamber." Logion 75
Jesus said, "When you make the two one, you will become the sons of man, and when you say, 'Mountain, move away,' it will move away." Logion 106
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