Editing Hermeticism (section)

===Interpretation and transmission===
The transmission and interpretation of the ''Hermetica'' played a crucial role in its influence on Western thought. During the Renaissance, these texts were rediscovered and translated into Latin, leading to a revival of interest in Hermetic philosophy. The translations by [[Marsilio Ficino]] and [[Lodovico Lazzarelli]] were particularly significant, as they introduced Hermetic ideas to Renaissance scholars and contributed to the development of early modern esotericism.{{sfnm|1a1=Copenhaver|1y=1992|2a1=Ebeling|2y=2007}}

Renaissance thinkers like [[Giovanni Pico della Mirandola]] and [[Giordano Bruno]] saw in Hermeticism a source of ancient wisdom that could be harmonized with Christian teachings and classical philosophy. The Hermetic emphasis on the divine nature of humanity and the potential for spiritual ascent resonated with the Renaissance ideal of human dignity and the pursuit of knowledge.{{sfnm|1a1=Ebeling|1y=2007|2a1=Hanegraaff|2y=2012}}

Throughout history, the ''Hermetica'' has been subject to various interpretations, ranging from philosophical and mystical readings to more practical applications in alchemy and magic. The esoteric nature of these texts has allowed them to be adapted to different cultural and intellectual contexts, ensuring their enduring influence across centuries.{{sfnm|1a1=Fowden|1y=1986|2a1=Hanegraaff|2y=2012}}