1 – The Essenes: From Jesus to our Time: Olivier Manitara, 2012. This book explores the history, teachings, and practices of the Essenes, a Jewish sect that existed in ancient Israel. It delves into the community’s beliefs, including their emphasis on purity, their vegetarian diet, and their healing practices. The author also examines the Essenes’ impact on Christianity, suggesting that Jesus may have been influenced by their teachings.
2 – The Essene Gospel of Peace: Edmond Bordeaux Szekely, 1981. This book presents a collection of ancient texts that are said to have been written by the Essenes. The texts offer insight into the Essene philosophy of life, including their beliefs about health, spirituality, and the natural world. The author also provides commentary and analysis of the texts, placing them within the context of ancient history and modern spirituality.
3 – The Essenes and Christianity: Arthur Edward Waite, 2007. This book examines the relationship between the Essenes and Christianity, focusing on the similarities and differences between the two faiths. The author explores the possibility that Jesus was an Essene, and considers the impact of Essene teachings on the development of Christian doctrine.
4 – The Dead Sea Scrolls and the Christian Myth: John Marco Allegro, 1992. This controversial book argues that the Dead Sea Scrolls, which were discovered in the mid-20th century, reveal a different version of Christianity than the one that has been traditionally taught. The author, a scholar of Semitic languages, suggests that the Scrolls were written by the Essenes and that they contain a Gnostic interpretation of Jesus’ teachings.
5 – The Mystery of the Essenes: Henri-Charles Puech, 1982. This book provides an overview of the Essene community, including their history, beliefs, and practices. The author draws on historical and archaeological evidence to reconstruct the Essene way of life, and considers the impact of the community on Judaism and Christianity.
6 – The Essenes: A Comprehensive Guide to the Hidden History of the Essene Movement: Andrew Collins and David R. Hatcher Childress, 2000. This book provides a detailed examination of the Essene community, including their origins, teachings, and practices. The authors draw on a variety of sources, including ancient texts and modern scholarship, to present a comprehensive overview of the Essene movement.
7 – The Essenes and Their Ancient Mysteries: Adventures in Esoteric Learning Series: Gloria Amendola, 2011. This book explores the spiritual practices of the Essenes, including their use of meditation, divination, and ritual. The author also discusses the Essene philosophy of life, including their belief in the interconnectedness of all things.
8 – Jesus and the Essenes: Dolores Cannon, 1992. This book presents the author’s research into the possibility that Jesus was an Essene. Drawing on a variety of sources, including past-life regression sessions and historical records, the author presents a compelling case for Jesus’ involvement with the Essene community.
9 – The Essenes: Their History and Doctrines, the Kabbalah Its Doctrines, Development and Literature: Christian D. Ginsburg, 2010. This book provides an in-depth examination of the Essene community, including their history, beliefs, and practices. The author also explores the relationship between the Essenes and the Kabbalah, a Jewish mystical tradition.
10 – The Secret Teachings of the Essenes: Michael Baigent and Richard Leigh, 1983. This book applies historical and archaeological research to explore the teachings of the Essenes. The authors examine the relationship between the Essenes and the larger spiritual and philosophical movements of the ancient world, including Gnosticism and Hermeticism. They also discuss the impact of the Essene teachings on Christianity and other major religions. Overall, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the Essene community and their spiritual teachings.
