What do the gnostic classes cost?

The Australian Gnostic Association of Melbourne is a not-for-profit organisation. A recommended contribution of $15 a week helps with the continued running of each centre, and any difficulty paying will not prevent anyone from attending.

Do I need to book or pay to attend an introductory talk?

No. When a new course opens, the introductory talk is free and there is no obligation to continue. Registering with your local centre helps the organisers know how many seats to prepare, and it is how venue details are shared with you.

What kind of commitment do the gnostic classes require?

Anyone is welcome to attend one, several, or all of the introductory classes. For those interested, a weekly course continues into the topics more deeply. Because classes build on each other, consistent weekly attendance is expected for those who continue, and anyone may discontinue at any time without obligation.

Gnosis, as presented by Samael Aun Weor, is an ancient path of knowledge that leads to self-realisation and spiritual liberation. It is a holistic form of wisdom encompassing spirituality, philosophy, science and art, aiming to awaken higher states of consciousness and inner divinity.

What is the aim of Gnosis?

The aim of Gnosis is to provide humanity with knowledge, keys and techniques for the full development of human and spiritual potential, directing each person to the Divine spark within and to the work of inner transformation.

What role does meditation play in Gnosis?

Meditation is a vital practice in Gnosis: a tool for self-discovery, introspection and the exploration of deeper realms of consciousness, through which practitioners dissolve the egos and awaken to higher states of being.

How does Gnosis view other religions?

Gnosis respects all spiritual traditions and sees them as different paths to the same truth, recognising the shared wisdom and common goal of self-realisation across the world's religions.

What is the significance of 'alchemy' in Gnosis?

Alchemy in Gnosis refers to the inner transformation of the practitioner: purifying and transmuting the base metals of our lower nature into the gold of spiritual consciousness.

How does Gnosis approach the concept of 'ego'?

In Gnosis, the ego represents our psychological defects such as anger, pride and envy. The path involves the recognition, understanding and elimination of these egos, allowing the true self to emerge.

FAQ — Gnosis Classes in Melbourne: Cost & What to Expect

Q: Where are Gnosis classes held in Melbourne and Victoria?

Weekly classes run at six Gnostic centres: Frankston, Pascoe Vale South and Vermont South in Melbourne, and Ballarat, Bendigo and Geelong in regional Victoria, with courses also held from time to time in other towns such as Warrnambool. Course introductions are usually held at public community venues, and ongoing weekly classes are hosted locally, with the address shared when you register.

Q: How do I join the gnosis classes?

Contact a Gnostic centre near you and they will provide all the necessary details, including the venue for the current course and when the next intake begins.

Q: Are the classes held online or in person?

Classes are taught in person at our centres across Melbourne and regional Victoria. We are not an online course provider, though the teachings can be explored any time through our articles.

Classes

The Australian Gnostic Association of Melbourne is a not-for-profit organisation. All incurred costs are covered by the facilitators of the centre, and so to help with this, a recommended contribution of $15/week is set to help with the continued running of the centre. Any difficulty paying this fee will not prevent anyone from attending the gnostic classes, as our aim is to share Gnosis with anyone who is interested, regardless of race, religion, sex, occupation or wealth.

We run weekly classes at six Gnostic centres: Frankston, Pascoe Vale South and Vermont South in Melbourne, and Ballarat, Bendigo and Geelong in regional Victoria, with courses also held from time to time in other towns such as Warrnambool. Course introductions are usually held at public community venues in each area, and ongoing weekly classes are hosted locally, with the address shared when you register.

No. When a new course opens, the introductory talk is free and there is no obligation to continue. Registering with your local centre simply helps the organisers know how many seats to prepare, and it is also how the venue details are shared with you.

Simply contact a gnostic centre near you and they will provide all the necessary details, including the venue for the current course and when the next intake begins.

Most classes run from 1.5 to 2 hours, with each class consisting of a talk and a guided meditation practice. Practices range from introductory techniques for relaxation and meditation, to practical keys that can be applied in daily life. The weekly classes and practices serve as a foundation to help in further developing the science and ethics of meditation. At its heart, Gnosis is a purely practical school. Hence, it consists of a wide variety of esoteric and psychological practices that complement the theoretical knowledge given, with the aim of self-verification by the student, allowing for the student's attainment of their own wisdom.

Our classes are taught in person at our centres across Melbourne and regional Victoria. We are not an online course provider, though you can begin exploring the teachings any time through our articles.

Meditation, esoteric yoga, consciousness, psychology, self-transformation, esoteric anatomy, the Hebraic Kabbalah, alchemy, sacred sexuality or tantra. In addition, we also cover: Kundalini, clairvoyance, psychic powers, dream yoga and astral projection (also known as out-of-body experiences or lucid dreams), spiritual initiation, tarot, runes, astrology, Buddhism, the great world religious scriptures, and many other spiritual subjects. The wisdom derived from both the East and the West is studied in a comprehensive and didactic way, rather than a focus on one specific religion alone.

Anyone is welcome to attend one, several, or all of the introductory classes being offered in the series of public talks. For those who are interested, a weekly course will continue, which will go deeper into the topics that have been introduced. Since the classes and practices build on each other, consistent weekly attendance is expected for those who decide to continue with the classes. If you decide you do not want to continue with the classes at any point in time, you are free to do so with no further obligations.

General

Gnosis, as presented by Samael Aun Weor, is an ancient path of knowledge that leads to self-realisation and spiritual liberation. It is a holistic form of wisdom that encompasses spirituality, philosophy, science, and art, aiming to awaken higher states of consciousness and inner divinity.

No. Gnosis is a school of self-knowledge, not a religion. No beliefs are required, and students of any faith or none are welcome. The teachings draw on the wisdom of the world's traditions, East and West, and every claim is meant to be verified through your own direct experience rather than accepted on faith.

The aim of Gnosis has always been to provide humanity with knowledge, keys and techniques for the full development of human and spiritual potential. The signpost of Gnosis has always pointed within: the goal of Gnosis is to direct the human being to the Divine spark that lies within everyone and from there to begin the ‘work’ of inner transformation, so as to once again unite with one’s particular inner individual spark.

Gnosis focuses on direct personal experience as the source of spiritual knowledge. It emphasises self-observation, meditation, alchemical transformation, and karma. Weor's teachings also incorporate elements from Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, and other religious traditions.

Gnosis rests on four pillars: science, philosophy, art and religion, studied as one universal whole rather than as separate disciplines. On that foundation the teachings build practical work, meditation, self-observation and the transformation of the ego, with every step verified through the student's own direct experience.

Meditation is a vital practice in Gnosis. It is a tool for self-discovery, introspection, and the exploration of the deeper realms of consciousness. Through meditation, practitioners can dissolve their "egos" and awaken to higher states of being.

If you are someone who has searched and searched and has become tired of so many theories, then as they say “you have come to the right place”. Gnosis is for those who are tired of theories and who want a practical knowledge that has a path that produces tangible and perceivable changes in themselves.

It is said in the Gnostic teachings that Gnosis lives in deeds and withers in abstractions.

There are two doctrines, one is the doctrine of the ‘eye’ and the other is the ‘doctrine of the heart’. The doctrine of the eye is the intellectual study of esotericism or spirituality whose end result is only a head filled with information that at best comes from the experiences of others. The doctrine of the heart is different, in that it is the practical study of esotericism. It is to experience for oneself and therefore to know and be impacted directly by the experience.

The Gnostic knowledge is one that delves deeply into the cause of things, seeing beyond the visible effects and into the root that is often hidden. The experiences that can be had through the application of the Gnostic knowledge are profound and intimate, and answer some or many of the mysteries about ourselves and nature. It is said that every person is a mystery needing to be deciphered. With this being said, it is our honest conclusion that the Gnostic teachings will satisfy the sincere spiritual seeker.

Gnosis respects all spiritual traditions and sees them as different paths to the same truth. Gnosis integrates elements from various world religions, recognising the shared wisdom and common ultimate goal of self-realisation.

Gnosis is typically initiated through reading and understanding the Gnostic teachings, followed by the application of practices such as meditation, self-observation, and self-remembering in daily life. Joining a Gnostic group, such as a weekly class at one of our centres, is also beneficial for guidance and support.

Alchemy, in the context of Gnosis, refers to the inner transformation of the practitioner. It symbolises the process of purifying and transmuting the 'base metals' of our lower nature into the 'gold' of spiritual consciousness. Sexual alchemy is also an aspect of this, seen as a sacred union that can aid spiritual growth.

In Gnosis, the 'ego' represents our psychological defects such as anger, pride, envy, etc. The path of Gnosis involves the recognition, understanding, and elimination of these egos, thereby allowing the true self to emerge.

Gnosis is considered an esoteric tradition because it deals with the inner, hidden aspects of reality and human existence. Its teachings are meant to be understood and experienced directly rather than merely accepted on faith.

Samael Aun Weor (1917–1977) was a spiritual teacher and author known for his significant contributions to modern Gnostic thought. He founded the International Gnostic Movement and wrote more than 70 books on spirituality and Gnosis, renouncing all copyrights, and gave thousands of lectures on esoteric and spiritual subjects over the course of 30 years. Read more about Samael Aun Weor.