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Lost Books of the Bible by Joseph Lumpkin
Lost Books of the Bible by Joseph Lumpkin
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Lost Books of the Bible: The Great Rejected Texts
Translated & Edited by Joseph B. Lumpkin
"Eighteen of the most sought-after books available, shedding light on the evolution of early theology."
📜 RELIGIOUS HISTORY | APOCRYPHAL TEXTS | THEOLOGY
A comprehensive compilation of apocryphal and pseudepigraphal works that were excluded from the canonical Bible, complete with expert commentary.
Extended Synopsis
In Lost Books of the Bible: The Great Rejected Texts, acclaimed author and translator Joseph B. Lumpkin gathers eighteen pivotal texts that were sidelined during the canonization of the Bible. Divided into three distinct sections, this volume offers a profound look into the religious thought of early Jewish and Christian communities. Section One explores the Lost Scriptures of the Old Testament, including the First and Second Books of Adam and Eve, Enoch, and Jubilees.
Section Two delves into intense Apocalyptic Writings and visions of the End of Days, featuring the War Scroll and the Apocalypse of Abraham. Finally, Section Three uncovers the Lost Scriptures of the New Testament, presenting Gnostic and alternative Christian perspectives through the Gospels of Philip, Mary Magdalene, Thomas, and Judas. Lumpkin's translation and commentary provide crucial historical context, tracking the evolution of faith and early church structure.
About the Author
Joseph B. Lumpkin is a highly regarded translator, researcher, and author specializing in ancient religious texts, apocrypha, and pseudepigrapha. He is best known for his exhaustive work, The Books of Enoch: The Angels, The Watchers and The Nephilim, and his dedication to making complex, archaic scriptures accessible for modern theological study.
Reader Targeting & Academic Utility
- Theology & Religious Studies Students: An indispensable resource for studying canonization, Gnosticism, and alternative early Christian history.
- Historians of Antiquity: Offers direct access to translated primary sources regarding first-century apocalyptic literature.
- Spiritual Seekers: Provides deep insight into the broader philosophical context surrounding the modern biblical text.
Technical Specifications
| ISBN-13 | 9781933580661 |
| ISBN-10 | 1933580666 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Publisher | Fifth Estate Publishers |
| Publication Date | 2009 |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Biblical Apocrypha, Early Christianity, Theology |
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