The Gospel of Judas is a Gnostic text written in the second century with an English translation released in 2006. It portrays a very different account than the New Testament Gospels, suggesting that Jesus and Judas were secretly working together. This article explores this theory and highlights several problems with the Gospel of Judas.
Words: 637 Downloads: 0 Category: Religion By: Greg HansonThe mid-twentieth century discoveries of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Nag Hammadi library were major events. Unfortunately, many people confuse the two. This article explains the differences and the value of each discovery.
Words: 659 Downloads: 1 Category: Religion By: Greg HansonThe compilation of the 27 books of the New Testament did not happen without serious debate. There were disagreements regarding the books that were included as well as the books that were excluded. This debate continues today in some circles. While the possibility of error is legitimate, this article explains how it is not as problematic as might be assumed.
Words: 1366 Downloads: 0 Category: Religion By: Greg HansonChristianity (as well as Judaism) are often attacked based on the God-ordained violence of the Old Testament. There seems to be an irreconcilable contrast between the vengeful God of the Old Testament and the loving God of the New Testament. This article presents a rational reconciliation of these extremes.
Words: 1121 Downloads: 1 Category: Religion By: Greg HansonAn explanation of why the date we celebrate Easter changes from year to year. Competing principles of measuring time, by reference to the sun and to the moon, have led to this situation. The article goes back to basics to explain.
Words: 679 Downloads: 0 Category: Religion By: Isabel CunninghamMormons have been highlighted in the news lately, especially with Mitt Romney running for president of the United States. People are curious about Mormons, knowing little or nothing about the religion. This article gives eight facts about Mormons the average reader might not know, helping readers to better understand the religion.
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