Gnostic Glossary: Dictionaries

Archon

(Greek) Literally, “prince” or “ruler.” Esoterically, primordial planetary spirits.

Arif

عارف Arif is a person who learns and understands with the power of intuition and deep experience thanks to moral and spiritual purification.

Aryavarta

(Sanskrit आर्यावर्त, literally abode of the Aryans) Mentioned in the ancient texts to refer to the region of Northern and Central India where Indo-Aryan culture was based. The inhabitants of Aryavarta were referred to as Aryans.

Asana

The third step in Yoga is Asana, and it refers to our use of the physical body. This word asana literally means posture.