I must first and foremost give thanks to my beloved Teacher, Tau Elijah ben Miriam, and to his circle of spiritual companions, from whom I received the oral tradition of Sophian Gnosticism that appears in this book—all that flows out in sacred discourse and writings today come from his blessing and teachings. He was, perhaps, the best friend I will ever have in this world, and truly a holy person.
I also must thank Penelope Amadali for her loving and faithful help as a midwife in giving birth to this book in manuscript form, and to all of my spiritual companions, without whose love, encouragement and support this project could not have been completed. I am truly blessed with holy company in this life—amazing spiritual friends!
I’d also like to thank Bishops Timothy Storlie and Debra Belshee-Storlie who have helped inspire the creation of Ecclesia Pistis Sophia (Church of Faith Wisdom) as a vehicle to extend the light of the Holy Bride, Sophia, and to share the Sophian teachings recorded in this series of books. It is a privilege and honor, and a great blessing, to have entered into their acquaintance—yet more to have had the opportunity to exchange sparks of initiation with them and to call them my spiritual friends.
Last, I must also thank Llewellyn Worldwide and all of the staff at Llewellyn. They perform an immeasurable service in giving voice to peoples of alternative spirituality—without them I do not know that this voice of the Holy Bride would be heard. Their contribution to the movement of the Mother Spirit in our times cannot be adequately conveyed with words—but many people are blessed by the work they do to sponsor the communication of Light, Love, Life, and Liberty.
To everyone involved in the co-creation of this book, to include you, the reader of this book, I give my heartfelt thanks! You are deeply appreciated!