The Apocryphal New Testament

The Apocryphal New Testament
Author: J. K. Elliott
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 788
Release: 2005-10-27
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780198261810

The Apocryphal New Testament includes new translations of the most significant and famous of the non-canonical Christian works. These apocryphal texts reveal the popular legends of Christians after the New Testament era, and throw light on the origins of many later beliefs and practices.

The Sacred Writings of the Apocrypha the New Testament (Annotated Edition)

The Sacred Writings of the Apocrypha the New Testament (Annotated Edition)
Author: Various Authors
Publisher: Jazzybee Verlag
Total Pages: 717
Release: 2012
Genre:
ISBN: 384962160X

"The Sacred Writings Of ..." provides you with the essential works among the Christian writings. The volumes cover the beginning of Christianity until medieval times. This volume is accurately annotated, including * an extensive biography of the author and his life Contents: Apocrypha – A Primer Introductory Notice to Apocrypha of the New Testament The Protevangelium of James The Gospel of Pseudo-Matthew The Gospel of the Nativity of Mary The History of Joseph the Carpenter The Gospel of Thomas The Arabic Gospel of the Infancy of the Saviour The Gospel of Nicodemus The Letter of Pontius Pilate The Report of Pilate the Procurator The Giving Up of Pontius Pilate The Death of Pilate, Who Condemned Jesus The Narrative of Joseph The Avenging of the Saviour Acts of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul The Story of Perpetua. Acts of Paul and Thecla The Acts of Barnabas The Acts of Philip Of the Journeyings of Philip the Apostle Acts of Saint Philip the Apostle When He Went to Upper Hellas. Addition to Acts of Philip Acts and Martyrdom of the Holy Apostle Andrew Acts of Andrew and Matthias Acts of the Holy Apostles Peter and Andrew. Acts and Martyrdom of St. Matthew the Apostle Acts of the Holy Apostle Thomas Acts of the Holy Apostle Thomas Consummation of Thomas the Apostle Martyrdom of the Holy and Glorious Apostle Bartholomew Acts of the Holy Apostle Thaddaeus, One of the Twelve Acts of the Holy Apostle and Evangelist John the Theologian Revelation of Moses Word and Revelation of Esdras Revelation of Paul Revelation of Saint John the Theologian. The Account of St. John the Theologian The Passing of Mary

The New Testament Apocrypha

The New Testament Apocrypha
Author: Mr. James
Publisher: Apocryphile Press
Total Pages: 632
Release: 2004
Genre: Apocryphal books (New Testament)
ISBN: 9780974762364

The first book to supply the English reader with a comprehensive view of the apocryphal literature connected to the New Testament. It contains translations of all the important texts in the style of the Authorized Version, and makes available the results of historic researches into their origin, history, and value.

The Sacred Writings of the Apocrypha the New Testament

The Sacred Writings of the Apocrypha the New Testament
Author: Matthew Brown Riddle
Publisher: Jazzybee Verlag
Total Pages: 329
Release:
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 3849688860

While the early Church exercised proper discernment, and the Canon of the New Testament was soon definitely recognised and universally accepted, the apocryphal writings were not without influence. The sacred legends, the ecclesiastical traditions, all too potent in their effect, are in many cases to be traced to these writings. Much that Rome inculcates is derived from these books, which the Western Church constantly rejected. Included are: The Protevangelium of James The Gospel of Pseudo-Matthew The Gospel of the Nativity of Mary The History of Joseph the Carpenter The Gospel of Thomas The Gospel of Nicodemus The Letter of Pontius Pilate .. and many more ...

The Apocryphal Old Testament

The Apocryphal Old Testament
Author: Hedley Frederick Davis Sparks
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 1024
Release: 1984
Genre: Apocryphal books
ISBN: 9780198261773

This collection of translations of the more important non-canonical Old Testament books. It is both accessible and completely up to date with modern scholarship. Edited with introductions and brief bibliographies, it is suitable for general readers as well as for students.

New Testament Apocrypha, vol. 1

New Testament Apocrypha, vol. 1
Author: Tony Burke
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Total Pages: 635
Release: 2016-12-02
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1467446017

Compilation of little-known and never-before-published apocryphal Christian texts in English translation This anthology of ancient nonbiblical Christian literature presents informed introductions to and readable translations of a wide range of little-known apocryphal texts, most of which have never before been translated into any modern language. An introduction to the volume as a whole addresses the most significant features of the writings included and contextualizes them within the contemporary study of the Christian Apocrypha. The body of the book comprises thirty texts that have been carefully introduced, copiously annotated, and translated into English by eminent scholars. With dates of composition ranging from the second century CE to early in the second millennium, these fascinating texts provide a more complete picture of Christian thought and expression than canonical texts alone can offer.

New Testament Apocrypha, v1

New Testament Apocrypha, v1
Author: Burke & Landau
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Total Pages: 635
Release: 2016
Genre: Bibles
ISBN: 0802872891

Compilation of little-known and never-before-published apocryphal Christian texts in English translation This anthology of ancient nonbiblical Christian literature presents informed introductions to and readable translations of a wide range of little-known apocryphal texts, most of which have never before been translated into any modern language. An introduction to the volume as a whole addresses the most significant features of the writings included and contextualizes them within the contemporary study of the Christian Apocrypha. The body of the book comprises thirty texts that have been carefully introduced, copiously annotated, and translated into English by eminent scholars. With dates of composition ranging from the second century CE to early in the second millennium, these fascinating texts provide a more complete picture of Christian thought and expression than canonical texts alone can offer.

Introducing the Apocrypha

Introducing the Apocrypha
Author: David A. deSilva
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 560
Release: 2018-02-20
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1493413074

This comprehensive, up-to-date introduction to the Old Testament apocryphal books summarizes their context, message, and significance. The first edition has been very well reviewed and widely adopted. It is the most substantial introduction to the Apocrypha available and has become a standard authority on the topic. The second edition has been substantially revised and updated throughout to reflect the latest scholarship. The book includes a foreword by James H. Charlesworth.