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Edgar Hennecke (1865–1951)

Author of New Testament Apocrypha, Volume 2

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Birthdate
1865-04-13
Date of death
1951-03-25
Gender
male
Nationality
Germany
Birthplace
Osterode am Harz, Deutschland

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This is the second half of the standard two-volume collection used by scholars of books that did not make it into the New Testament. This volume collects together letters, the legendary adventures and miracles of the apostles, and apocalypses (which make an interesting comparison to the last book of the New Testament.) Full of fascinating stories: highly recommended for anyone with a curiosity about what isn't in the Bible.

(For those who fear the influence of heresy, many of these books were considered 'edifying but not canonical' by early Church Fathers.)

There are many older translations of non-canonical Christian texts available for free online: the translations in this book are far newer and no scholar would dispute their accuracy or quality. (This book also contains helpful lists of books for further reading and excellent (if dense) introductions and notes for each work.)

-Kushana
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Kushana | 1 other review | Nov 5, 2010 |
NO OF PAGES: 852 SUB CAT I: Reference SUB CAT II: SUB CAT III: DESCRIPTION: Includes translations of the apostolic Pseudepigrapha, Papyrus Bodmer X, the Pseudo-Clementines, and a description of later additions to the existing apocryphal literature. Also apocalyptic and related literature.NOTES: SUBTITLE: Volume 2: Writings Related to the Apostles, Apocalypses and Related Subjects
 
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