The Gospel of Thomas

A Beginner's Guide to Jesus' Hidden Sayings and Early Christian History

von Samuel Whitmor

486 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

What if one of the most intriguing ancient Christian texts could change the way you understand Jesus and the world of early Christianity?The Gospel of Thomas has fascinated readers for generations. But what exactly does it contain, who was Thomas, and why was this collection of Jesus's sayings not included in the Bible?The Gospel of Thomas: A Beginner's Guide to Jesus' Hidden Sayings and Early Christian History offers a clear and accessible introduction to this fascinating ancient text.Inside, you will discover: - What the Gospel of Thomas is and why its 114 sayings matter- The fascinating story of the Nag Hammadi discovery- Who Thomas was and what history can actually tell us about him- How Thomas compares with Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John- The debate over whether Thomas was Gnostic- The major themes of self knowledge, spiritual transformation, truth, and the kingdom of God- Explanations of some of Thomas's most challenging sayings- Why Thomas was not included in the biblical canon- What Thomas may reveal about the historical Jesus- How scholars debate its date, origins, sources, and meaning- Why this ancient text continues to attract modern readersWhether you are completely new to the Gospel of Thomas or simply want to understand its historical significance, this beginner friendly guide helps you separate ancient evidence from modern speculation.No complicated academic language. No sensational conspiracy theories. Just a practical introduction to one of early Christianity's most intriguing surviving texts.Are you ready to explore the hidden sayings, ancient traditions, and unanswered questions surrounding the Gospel of Thomas?Get your copy today and begin your journey into one of Christianity's most fascinating ancient texts.

• Reihe: Independently published
• ISBN: 9798175351522
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 19.09.2026
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Independently published