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Author Wake, William, 1657-1737
Title The suppressed Gospels and Epistles of the original New Testament of Jesus the Christ, Volume 7, Barnabas
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger. Additional proofing was done by Curtis A. Weyant
Summary "The Suppressed Gospels and Epistles of the Original New Testament of Jesus the Christ" is a collection of ancient Christian texts, likely written during the early centuries of the Christian era, following the time of Christ and the establishment of the early Church. This compilation features writings that were once revered and utilized by early Christian communities but were later excluded from the canonical New Testament by church authorities, especially following the Nicene Council. The book primarily discusses the teachings of Jesus and early Christianity, exploring themes pertinent to faith, doctrinal interpretations, and early church controversies. The contents of this collection include various epistles and gospels attributed to Jesus and his apostles that delve into Christian teachings not found in the canonical Scriptures. The texts, such as the Epistle of Barnabas, offer profound insights into the nature of Christian faith, the significance of Christ's sacrifice, spiritual practices, and the moral obligations of believers. They critically assess Jewish laws in the context of emerging Christian theology and emphasize internal spiritual righteousness over formal religious rites. These writings not only preserve alternative Christian perspectives but also shed light on the theological debates of the early church, making them a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of early Christian beliefs and practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
Subject Apocryphal books (New Testament)
Category Text
EBook-No. 6513
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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