Reading Judas : the Gospel of Judas and the shaping of Christianity /

Evaluates the meaning of the controversial newly-discovered Gospel of Judas, illustrating how the text offers an understanding of Judas's betrayal, the apostles' understanding of Jesus's death, and God's role in the crucifixion.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Pagels, Elaine H., 1943-
Other Authors: King, Karen L., 1954-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Viking, 2007.
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Summary:Evaluates the meaning of the controversial newly-discovered Gospel of Judas, illustrating how the text offers an understanding of Judas's betrayal, the apostles' understanding of Jesus's death, and God's role in the crucifixion.
Physical Description:xxiii, 198 pages ; 22 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 169-190) and index.
ISBN:9780670038459
0670038458