12 However, when Adam became aware of the likeness of his own precognition, he begot the likeness «25» of the Son of Man, whom he called Seth, in agreement with the way the race is among the aeons. (APJ) 13 Similarly, the mother also sent down her spirit, which is in her own likeness, as well as a simulacrum of the one who dwells in the Fullness, because she will make ready a dwelling place for the aeons who will descend. (APJ) 14 He also caused them to drink the water of oblivion from the chief archon, so that they would not know the place of their origin. (APJ)
Apocryphon of John 17:12–14
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Apocryphon of John 14:3–5
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Gospel of Truth 1:28–30
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