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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a remarkable discovery - a fragment of papyrus containing a collection of sayings attributed to Jesus. Unearthed in the ancient city of Oxyrhynchus in Egypt, the papyrus dates back to the second or third century AD, making it one of the earliest known collections of Jesus' teachings. The author meticulously analyzes the fragment, comparing its contents to the canonical Gospels and exploring its potential connections to other early Christian writings, such as the Gospel according to the Egyptians. The book delves into the significance of the discovery within the broader historical context of early Christianity, considering the emergence of various Christian communities and the evolving role of the Gospels in shaping the faith. The book's central focus is on the possibility that this papyrus fragment offers a glimpse into a previously unknown tradition of Jesus' teachings, potentially independent of the Gospels that have come down to us. The author grapples with the difficult question of whether these sayings represent a unique source of information about Jesus or whether they are simply later adaptations of existing material. This book offers a valuable insight into the complex and often contested origins of the Christian tradition, shedding light on the diverse expressions of early Christian thought. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331956310_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331956310
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331956310
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