For 1;600 years its message lay hidden. When the bound papyrus pages of this lost gospel finally reached scholars who could unlock its meaning; they were astounded. Here was a gospel that had not been seen since the early days of Christianity; and which few experts had even thought existed–a gospel told from the perspective of Judas Iscariot; history’s ultimate traitor. And far from being a villain; the Judas that emerges in its pages is a hero.In this radical reinterpretation; Jesus asks Judas to betray him. In contrast to the New Testament Gospels; Judas Iscariot is presented as a role model for all those who wish to be disciples of Jesus and is the one apostle who truly understands Jesus.Discovered by farmers in the 1970s in Middle Egypt; the codex containing the gospel was bought and sold by antiquities traders; secreted away; and carried across three continents; all the while suffering damage that reduced much of it to fragments. In 2001; it finally found its way into the hands of a team of experts who would painstakingly reassemble and restore it. The Gospel of Judas has been translated from its original Coptic to clear prose; and is accompanied by commentary that explains its fascinating history in the context of the early Church; offering a whole new way of understanding the message of Jesus Christ.
#65814 in Books Alfred J Kolatch 2003-03-04 2003-03-04Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.00 x .68 x 5.20l; .60 #File Name: 0142196193320 pagesThe Jewish Book of Why
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The "Jewish Book Of Why" brings good "because" answers to questions about Jewish practiceBy Reader 47Because; The "Jewish Book Of Why" brings good "because" answers to questions about Jewish practice; rituals; and beliefs. It is written for people who have little knowledge in this area as well as for those who have a good background. It has been very useful to me for research and writing I have done on matters involving Jewish subjects.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great!By MargieI'm still reading this book; but I'll admit he's very thorough! Lots of questions answered. And if this doesn't help you; there's a second volume!Good for seekers; beginners; and Jews who just want to know Why?0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Easy to readBy Carlos L. FernandezEasy to read; easy to understand answers to complex questions and great book to share. It covers from basic questions on Judaism to the most orthodox hasidic rituals that not even mainstream jews are sure of why they are done.
