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2004-09-01
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Wake, William
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The suppressed Gospels and Epistles of the original New Testament of Jesus the Christ, Volume 8, Ignatius
This eBook was produced by David Widger. Additional proofing was done by Curtis A. Weyant
"The Suppressed Gospels and Epistles of the Original New Testament of Jesus the Christ" is a collection of early Christian texts compiled by various scholars, prominently featuring works attributed to Jesus' apostles, including letters and gospels clandestinely venerated by early Christian communities. This book, likely compiled in the late 19th to early 20th century, explores the dimensions of early Christianity that were marginalized or excluded from the canonical New Testament, revealing the diversity of beliefs and practices within primitive Christian churches. The content of the book includes several texts, such as the letters of Ignatius and some early gospels, that emphasize themes like unity, obedience to church leadership, the sanctity of the Eucharist, and an affirming belief in Jesus' humanity and divinity. Ignatius' epistles express his encouragement towards maintaining strong community ties and warn against doctrinal divisions, urging believers to adhere to the teachings of Christ and their bishops. Overall, the work shines a light on the complex tapestry of early Christian thought, echoing the struggles and hopes of communities grappling with their faith and identity in a rapidly changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
Category: History - Religious
Category: Religion/Spirituality
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