Which of the following is not a characteristic of Gnostics? # randomize  Blank 1. Fill in the blank, read surrounding text.

To answer this question, we need to determine characteristics typically associated with Gnostics and then identify which option does not fit. Gnosticism is often characterized by beliefs in secret knowledge, dualism (the distinction between spiritual and material worlds), and a belief in an entity (often a Demiurge) that created the material world.

Characteristics of Gnostics:

1. Belief in secret knowledge (gnosis).
2. Dualism – the contrast between the spiritual and material.
3. Rejection of the material world as flawed or evil.
4. Emphasis on personal spiritual experience.

Step to Identify the Odd One Out:

• Review the options provided.
• Compare each option against the characteristics summarized above.

Final Answer:

Once you’ve identified the option that does not align with these characteristics, that will be your answer. If you need specific answer choices to analyze, please provide them.