New Testament Apocrypha

By Charles Francis Horne

Book Overview

The New Testament Apocrypha is a book written by Charles F. Horne that explores the various texts and writings that were not included in the official canon of the New Testament. The book provides a comprehensive overview of these apocryphal texts, including their historical context, content, and significance. Horne delves into the stories and teachings of these texts, which include the Gospel of Mary, the Gospel of Thomas, and the Acts of Paul and Thecla, among others. He also examines the reasons why these texts were not included in the official canon, and how they have influenced the development of Christianity throughout history. The New Testament Apocrypha is an essential read for anyone interested in the history and development of Christianity and its many diverse teachings and beliefs.THIS 180 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: The Great Rejected Books of the Biblical Apocrypha, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100022.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161600418
• ISBN13: 9781161600414
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.0" x 10.0"