Thomas and the Gospels
Thomas and the Gospels

Author: Mark Goodacre

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 2012-09-24

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 0802867480

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

The Gospel of Thomas -- found in 1945 -- has been described as "without question the most significant Christian book discovered in modern times." Often Thomas is seen as a special independent witness to the earliest phase of Christianity and as evidence for the now-popular view that this earliest phase was a dynamic time of great variety and diversity. In contrast, Mark Goodacre makes the case that, instead of being an early, independent source, Thomas actually draws on the Synoptic Gospels as source material -- not to provide a clear narrative, but to assemble an enigmatic collection of mysterious, pithy sayings to unnerve and affect the reader. Goodacre supports his argument with illuminating analyses and careful comparisons of Thomas with Matthew and Luke. Watch the trailer:

Thomas
Thomas

Author: Nicholas Perrin

Publisher:

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780281058716

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

This text tells the story of the Gospel of Thomas from its discovery to its current reception among academics and in more popular circles. It provides a clear, comprehensive, non-technical guide through the scholarly maze of issues surrounding the Coptic text.

John and Thomas--Gospels in Conflict?
John and Thomas--Gospels in Conflict?

Author: Christopher W. Skinner

Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers

Published: 2009-06-01

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 1606086146

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

The hypothesis that the Fourth Gospel is a theological response to the Gospel of Thomas is a recent development in the study of the New Testament and early Christianity. Assuming an early date for the Gospel of Thomas, the proponents of this hypothesis argue that the supposed polemical presentation of Thomas in the Fourth Gospel is evidence of a conflict between the early communities associated respectively with John and Thomas. However, a detailed narrative study reveals that the Fourth Gospel portrays a host of characters--disciples and non-disciples--in an equally unflattering light where an understanding of Jesus's origins, message, and mission are concerned. The present study attempts to demonstrate that the Fourth Gospel's presentation of Thomas is part and parcel of its treatment of uncomprehending characters. If this thesis is correct, it poses a significant challenge to the assumption that the Fourth Gospel contains a polemic against Thomas, or that it was written in response to the Gospel of Thomas or the community associated with Thomas.

The Gospel of Thomas
The Gospel of Thomas

Author: Simon James Gathercole

Publisher: BRILL

Published: 2014-05-22

Total Pages: 735

ISBN-13: 9004273255

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

In this new commentary on the controversial Gospel of Thomas, Simon Gathercole provides the most extensive analysis yet published of both the work as a whole and of the individual sayings contained in it. This commentary offers a fresh analysis of Thomas not from the perspective of form criticism and source criticism but seeks to elucidate the meaning of the work and its constituent elements in its second-century context. With its lucid discussion of the various controversial aspects of Thomas, and treatment of the various different scholarly views, this is a foundational work of reference for scholars not just of apocryphal Gospels, but also for New Testament scholars, Classicists and Patrologists.

Charts of the Gospels and the Life of Christ
Charts of the Gospels and the Life of Christ

Author: Robert L. Thomas

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 0310226201

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Clearly organizes the facts that surrounded the major parts of the life of Christ - Christ's parables - Christ's ministry - Reign of the Herods - Sects of Judaism - Teachings of Jesus.

The Gnostic Gospels of Thomas, Mary & John
The Gnostic Gospels of Thomas, Mary & John

Author: Katherine John

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2013-01-28

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 1625582536

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Collected here are three gnostic writings from Thomas, Mary, and John. These books that were left out of the New Testament shed light on the life and relationships of Jesus Christ and his friends and family, especially his mother Mary.

The Book of Thomas
The Book of Thomas

Author: Thomas Giles Kavanagh

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-05-19

Total Pages: 106

ISBN-13: 9781544827698

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

The Gospel according to St. Thomas the Apostle

What are They Saying about the Gospel of Thomas?
What are They Saying about the Gospel of Thomas?

Author: Christopher W. Skinner

Publisher: Paulist Press

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 1616431369

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

"Since its discovery the Gospel of Thomas has been the subject of intense study for those with interests in the developments of earliest Christianity. Three questions remain unanswered in contemporary scholarship: (1) When was Thomas composed?; (2) What is the relationship between Thomas and the canonical Gospels?; (3) What theological outlook is presented in the Gospel of Thomas? This volume provides a comprehensive overview of recent scholarly opinions on these three questions" -- Amazon.com.

The Gospel of Thomas
The Gospel of Thomas

Author: Ron Miller

Publisher: SkyLight Paths Publishing

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 1594730474

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

"In the decades since its discovery, the Gospel of Thomas has intrigued people of all faiths around the world. Shedding new light on the origins of Christianity, the Gospel of Thomas raises questions about whether the New Testament's version of Jesus's teachings is entirely accurate and complete. In the Gospel of Thomas we see Jesus as a wisdom-loving sage, sharing aphorisms about the value of the present and each person's role in the creation of the Kingdom of God here on earth. But these inspiring sayings can leave you wondering, "What next?"" "Now you can learn how to start applying Jesus's wisdom to your own life - and, in turn, to the world around you. This unique guidebook leads you through Thomas, offering practices that help you translate Jesus's wisdom into a more fulfilling, enriching daily life."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

The Other Gospels
The Other Gospels

Author:

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2013-11-20

Total Pages: 343

ISBN-13: 0199335249

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Bart Ehrman--the New York Times bestselling author of Misquoting Jesus and a recognized authority on the early Christian Church--and Zlatko Plese--a foremost authority on Christian Gnosticism--here offer a valuable compilation of over 40 ancient gospel texts and textual fragments that do not appear in the New Testament. This comprehensive collection contains Gospels describing Jesus's infancy, ministry, Passion, and resurrection, and includes the controversial manuscript discoveries of modern times, such as the Gospel of Thomas and the most recent Gospel to be discovered, the Gospel of Judas Iscariot. Each translation begins with a thoughtful examination of important historical, literary, and textual issues in order to place the Gospel in its proper context. This volume is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in early Christianity and the deeper meanings of these apocryphal Gospels.