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The Gospel Of Thomas: Annotated & Explained (Skylight Illuminations)
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The Recently Discovered Mystical Sayings Of Jesus, With Facingpage Commentary That Brings The Text To Life For You.The Gospel Of Thomas Really Is, I Believe, The Clearest Guide We Have To The Vision Of The World'S Supreme Mystical Revolutionary, The Teacher Known As Jesus. To Those Who Learn To Unpack Its Sometimes Cryptic Sayings, The Gospel Of Thomas Offers A Naked And Dazzlingly Subversive Representation Of Jesus Defining And Most Radical Discovery: That The Living Kingdom Of God Burns In Us And Surrounds Us At All Moments.From The Foreword By Andrew Harveythis Ancient Text Can Become A Companion For Your Own Spiritual Journey. In 1945, Twelve Ancient Books Were Found Inside A Sealed Jar At The Base Of An Egyptian Cliff. One Of Those Texts Was The Gospel Of Thomas, One Of The Most Important Religious Archaeological Discoveries Of The Twentieth Century. While Illuminating The Origins Of Christianity, It Raises The Question Whether The New Testaments Version Of Jesus Teachings Is Entirely Accurate And Complete.Written At The Same Time As The Canonical Gospels, The Gospel Of Thomas Portrays Jesus As A Wisdomloving Sage. The Aphoristic Sayings Emphasize The Value Of The Present, Teaching That The Kingdom Of God Is Here And Now, Rather Than A Future Promise Or Future Threat. It Presents A New Way Of Looking At The Challenging And Intriguing Figure Of Jesus, And Reminds Us That The Divine Can Be Found Right Here On Earth.Now You Can Experience The Gospel Of Thomas With Understanding Even If You Have No Previous Knowledge Of Early Christian History Or Thought. This Skylight Illuminations Edition Offers Insightful Yet Unobtrusive Commentary That Explains References And Philosophical Terms, Shares The Inspiring Interpretations Of Famous Spiritual Teachers, And Gives You Deeper Understanding Of Thomass Innovative Message: That Selfknowledge And Contemplation Of The Nature Of This World Are The Keys To The Kingdom Of Heaven.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Gospel of Thomas: Annotated & Explained'? A: The main theme of 'The Gospel of Thomas' revolves around the mystical sayings of Jesus, emphasizing the idea that the Kingdom of God is present in our lives now, rather than a distant future promise.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Gospel of Thomas: Annotated & Explained' is Stevan Davies.
- Q: What type of commentary does this edition provide? A: This edition offers insightful commentary that clarifies references and philosophical terms, enhancing understanding of the text without being obtrusive.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in early Christian studies? A: Yes, this edition is designed to be accessible even for readers with no previous knowledge of early Christian history or thought.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book has a total of 139 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Gospel of Thomas: Annotated & Explained' published? A: The book was published on September 1, 2002.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New' condition.
- Q: What is the significance of the Gospel of Thomas? A: The Gospel of Thomas is significant as it provides alternative insights into the teachings of Jesus, questioning the completeness of the New Testament's portrayal.
- Q: How does this edition enhance the reading experience? A: This edition enhances the reading experience by providing commentary that allows readers to unpack the text's sometimes cryptic sayings and encourages self-knowledge and contemplation.