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    The Lost Books of the Bible

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    Rediscovered in modern times, these "non-canonical" gospels, epistles, and other pieces were excised from the standard Bible by various church councils in the first four centuries of the Christian era. Here, among other texts, are writings describing the girlhood and betrothal of Mary and her life before Christ's birth; the childhood of Jesus, as described by Peter and Nicodemus; and the appearance of Christ before the gates of Hell, from whence he leads Adam and the saints to Paradise.
    Translated from the original languages, with 32 illustrations from ancient paintings and missals, The Lost Books of the Bible, helps give depth to the historical characters of Jesus, Mary, the apostles, and other figures of the New Testament. Presented without argument or commentary, these apocryphal texts are fascinating, often provocative, reading.
    An essential resource for the study of biblical history and theology, this authentic presentation of the "lost" Scriptures can be enjoyed for its beauty and directness, while also adding to one's understanding of life in Judea during the first century A.D.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDover Publications
    Release dateMay 11, 2012
    ISBN9780486122243
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    • 5/5
      These are records of what happened, just like the Bible. Organized religion is a scam!!
    • 5/5
      Good and great information
    • 5/5
      Good for reference Much of it is drivel but good for comparison

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5
      As a collection of ancient manuscripts, this is an excellent book. Reading many of them, you can certainly understand why they were left out of the orthodox Bible. A worthwhile read.

      2 people found this helpful

    • 3/5
      I somewhat dry but at times interesting ancient texts which were not included in the Bible.
    • 2/5
      Despite the sensational title, this is a straightforward oldfashioned translation ofthe NT apocrypha.